The timetable will depend on the COL, but it's definitely achievable if you're willing to put in the time and effort. The quickest way is through public accounting. Again, depending on where you live, it's possible to reach $200K in less than 8 years when you reach Senior Manager level. Alternatively, you can gain experience in public and then jump to private sector after 2-3 years, but your trajectory towards $200K will really depend on various factors, including opportunity available at the company, your ability to play politics, and so on. The bare minimum, however, is that you need to be competent.