Salary expectations: how do you answer? after 7 years as a warehouse supervisor

I have been out of work for 24 weeks and feel pressure to accept less. I am in Dallas, in case local advice matters. I also do not want to sell myself short. How do you research fairly?

Asking about the range for the role first worked for me. Some recruiters share it.

Benefits matter too. A slightly lower rate with better coverage was better for me.