Salary expectations: how do you answer? - what worked for you?

I have been out of work for 22 weeks and feel pressure to accept less. I am in Little Rock, in case local advice matters. I do not want to price myself out. What did you say?

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

Check several sources for pay in Little Rock, then pick a range where the low end is one you can live with.