Absolutely agree with you.
I know that in some countries an average monthly salary is around 20$. So, yes, people can survive for a whole month of they write a good post and get enough quality upvotes.
On another side, there are so many different apps related or connected to hive. For example, games like splinterlands. Somehow they are part of the Hive too. And actually some people make around 1,000-2,000$ per month. And personally, I know people who make even more. So, it always depends on.... anyway, I think Hive is a great opportunity, but what kind of opportunity it is, everyone decide by him/herself :)

!BBH