For what it's worth, I (Hacker School founder) live off of about that much, though admittedly I live quite frugally. ($5k isn't enough to support a family, but

For what it's worth, I (Hacker School founder) live off of about that much, though admittedly I live quite frugally. ($5k isn't enough to support a family, but it has been enough to make a difference for past alumni with families.)