They asked my salary range, what should I say?

I have been out of work for 9 weeks and feel pressure to accept less. I have been trying to stay organised about it. 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.

I gave a range based on local postings and said I was flexible depending on the whole package. They did not push back.