Originally Posted by staehpj1

It looks like the site is on track to make at least the average income for his geographic area if not a little more, but I don't know how much overhead he has, so I may be wrong. The average income of a Portland resident is $32,438 a year. The Median house hold income of a Portland resident is $53,230 a year. Back when I used to frequent his forums I think he said that his wife was gainfully employed as well, so I am sure they are doing okay with the current model.

But that does not support a lifestyle to which he would like to be accustomed!

BTW, The discussion of a paywall is entirely moot. Neil has often and emphatically made his views known on the subject.