NO please don't tell me to search. This is not another what is the value of my points post. I am currently in a job that allows (makes) me travel a fair amount. As you can see on my profile I am 2p with UA but on pace to make 1P this year. And I have DIA with HH. I am considering changing jobs to a position that will not require travel or have very minimal travel. So I will be losing the airline status and at least dropping back to Gold with HH (amex card will keep it at gold).
What kind of salary equivalent would you put on the benefits of elite status and the associated points that could be used on and for "upgraded vacations" and/or more frequent vacations? I know I could project out the cents per point earned to get a number but what are your feelings on the intangibles of that "upgraded vacation" and the elite status? Is it worth 1k, 5k, 10k per year?

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.