They asked my salary range, what should I say?, nurse's aide here

I have been out of work for 16 weeks and feel pressure to accept less. I would rather hear the honest version than the polite one. I also do not want to sell myself short. What did you say?

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

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