{"id":25538070,"date":"2022-08-14T20:13:30","date_gmt":"2022-08-14T14:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25538070"},"modified":"2025-05-26T17:25:02","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T11:55:02","slug":"how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Answer: What Is Your Desired Salary?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d4a597d7d32\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d4a597d7d32\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#What_does_desired_salary_mean\" >What does desired salary mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#How_to_determine_your_desired_salary\" >How to determine your desired salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#How_to_answer_%E2%80%9CWhat_is_your_desired_salary%E2%80%9D\" >How to answer &#8220;What is your desired salary?&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#How_to_answer_%E2%80%9CWhat_is_your_desired_salary%E2%80%9D_in_interviews\" >How to answer &#8220;What is your desired salary?&#8221; in interviews<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#Example_responses\" >Example responses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#Tips_for_discussing_your_desired_salary\" >Tips for discussing your desired salary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/how-to-answer-what-is-your-desired-salary\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Your desired salary is something that you often discuss in job interviews or write down on a job application. It&#8217;s important to know how to answer this question. Providing a salary in the right range will help you get a job that can compensate you appropriately for your skills and experience.<\/p>\n<p><em>Check out this video by Entri in Malayalam!<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  style=\"display: block; margin: 0px auto;\"  id=\"_ytid_51995\"  width=\"480\" height=\"270\"  data-origwidth=\"480\" data-origheight=\"270\"  data-relstop=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w5lrUP2frLE?enablejsapi=1&autoplay=0&cc_load_policy=0&cc_lang_pref=&iv_load_policy=1&loop=0&rel=0&fs=0&playsinline=1&autohide=2&theme=dark&color=red&controls=1&disablekb=0&\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">In this blog, we discuss how to determine your desired salary and how to share this information with a prospective employer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_desired_salary_mean\"><\/span><strong>What does desired salary mean?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Desired salary is the compensation that you would like to receive for a new job. It&#8217;s common to be unsure what to put for the desired salary as you are completing job applications and attending interviews. If you select a number that&#8217;s too low, your employer may eagerly accept the suggestion and pay you less than you&#8217;re worth. If you quote a desired salary that&#8217;s too high, you could risk losing the job opportunity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">It&#8217;s important to have a smart strategy for approaching the matter of your desired salary so you can quote a number that&#8217;s likely to get you fair compensation for the job.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Level up your English with Entri!<\/a><\/h4>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_determine_your_desired_salary\"><\/span><strong>How to determine your desired salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Follow these steps to figure out the best salary request for your desired job:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>1. Research average salaries for your occupation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Perform online research to see what others are making with this job title. You will probably find a broad range depending on location, experience and education. This gives you a very loose basis of what you can list as your desired salary.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>2. Consider your cost of living<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">The average salary for a job varies by location. If you are relocating for your new position, it&#8217;s important to understand how much it will cost for you to maintain the same standard of living in a new city. In some places, housing, gas, groceries and utilities are significantly cheaper. If this is the case, you may accept a salary that&#8217;s lower than your previous job.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25612475 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-300x200.webp\" alt=\"desired salary\" width=\"380\" height=\"253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/png-business-proposal-purchase-hands-holding-money-1.webp 1050w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 380px) 100vw, 380px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">In other cases, you may find that the cost of living is notably higher in your new location. In this case, you will want to request a higher salary simply to maintain the same lifestyle. If you want to increase the funds that are available after your standard living expenses, you need to request an even higher salary.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>3. Factor in experience and education<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Experience and education are two of the biggest determining factors when considering salary. If you are seeking an above-average salary, you should also have above-average skills and expertise. If you have a long history of working in a particular field, you can ask for a higher salary than if you are an entry-level employee.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_answer_%E2%80%9CWhat_is_your_desired_salary%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>How to answer &#8220;What is your desired salary?&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">If a job application asks for your desired salary, you may have to provide this information before the interview. Follow these steps to handle a request for your desired salary within the application process:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>1. Follow the hiring company&#8217;s directions closely<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Don&#8217;t provide your desired salary in your cover letter or on your resume unless specifically asked to do so. It&#8217;s best to withhold this information until you get a starting offer from the company so you don&#8217;t price yourself too low.<\/p>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">If the job posting asks that you include desired salary on your resume, you can satisfy the requirement without giving a concrete number by including a note that says, &#8220;<span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">Salary is negotiable and can be discussed during the interview.<\/span>&#8221; If you&#8217;re filling out an online application that you cannot submit without filling in this box, continue with the following steps.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>2. Select an appropriate range<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Use the strategy outlined above to determine what an appropriate salary range is for your field, taking the local cost of living and your personal experience and knowledge into consideration.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>3. Indicate that your salary is negotiable when possible<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Some online application forms include a checkbox that allows you to indicate whether your salary is negotiable. Check this if you&#8217;re given the option. If not, you may be able to state that the salary is negotiable at the end of the application if there&#8217;s a place for notes. This could help you get further consideration from employers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Want to speak confidently and clearly in English without any difficulties? Enrol now with Entri!\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_answer_%E2%80%9CWhat_is_your_desired_salary%E2%80%9D_in_interviews\"><\/span><strong>How to answer &#8220;What is your desired salary?&#8221; in interviews<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Potential employers will often ask what your desired salary is in an interview. This is the best place to approach this question because you have the flexibility to discuss the topic fully in person. Follow these steps to address this query:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>1. Wait until you&#8217;re ready<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">If the hiring manager asks about your desired salary before you have a full grasp of the position, you can delay your response. You may say, &#8220;<span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">I&#8217;d like to learn more about what this position involves before I discuss my desired salary.<\/span>&#8220;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>2. Support your answer with research and evidence<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Research the industry before your interview so you can provide an answer that&#8217;s backed by evidence. If you want a salary of $90,000, you should have a solid argument for why you are worth that amount. Know what the average salary is for your occupation, the industry and the local area.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>3. Indicate when negotiation is acceptable<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Let your employer know if you are willing to negotiate your salary. It&#8217;s usually best to open the discussion to negotiations. However, if you have stated your lowest acceptable salary, you should confidently stand by it.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-25612476 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1-300x200.webp\" alt=\"desired salary\" width=\"466\" height=\"310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/businessmen-with-bills-1.webp 842w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>4. Consider the full benefits package<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">If the hiring manager counters with a lower salary, inquire about the benefits. Your health insurance, stock options, pension and other benefits add real monetary value to the position.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>5. Decline unacceptable offers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">Know the lowest salary you can accept and be prepared to respectfully decline the offer if the employer cannot meet your needs. It&#8217;s better to keep looking for the right fit than to take a job that doesn&#8217;t pay you enough to comfortably maintain your lifestyle.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_responses\"><\/span><strong>Example responses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">There are many ways to answer the question of your desired salary. Consider some of these responses.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>Responding with a request for a pay increase<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">&#8220;My current salary is $60,000, which is the maximum compensation that my employer allows for this position. I have recently completed an MBA which gives me the skill and expertise necessary to take on the more advanced position that I am now applying for. As this job has a greater number of responsibilities, I&#8217;m seeking a 10% increase in my salary and asking for $70,000.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>Responding with a desired salary based on relocation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">&#8220;Based on my research, the average salary for an RN in the Chicago area is $65,000 to $85,000. I have 10 years of experience as an RN and recently obtained Certified Additions Registered Nurse-Advanced Practice certification. I believe this qualifies me for a higher salary within this range, and request compensation of $80,000 to $85,000.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>Responding when you&#8217;re unsure of your desired salary<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">&#8220;I don&#8217;t have a specific number in mind yet. I&#8217;m focused on finding a position that&#8217;s a good fit for my skills and career goals. Once I&#8217;ve done that, I&#8217;m willing to consider the salary offer that you feel is fair.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"rich-text-component css-26ec2o e1tiznh50\"><strong>Responding in a cover letter to your desired salary in an online application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">&#8220;On the application, I selected a salary range of $40,000 to $50,000. I believe this is appropriate for my skills and experience level. I am open to negotiation regarding the salary and benefits for this position and look forward to discussing this with you further.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tired of poor communication skills? Level up with Entri&#8217;s personalised course!!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"rich-text-component css-tvmuer e1tiznh50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_discussing_your_desired_salary\"><\/span><strong>Tips for discussing your desired salary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\">These tips can help you comfortably discuss your salary:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"rich-text-component css-1nwdjkt eu4oa1w0\">\n<li class=\"rich-text-component css-1ojwiuw eu4oa1w0\">\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-je7s01 eu4oa1w0\">Stay confident.<\/span>\u00a0If you seem unsure, the hiring manager may see this as an opportunity to negotiate a much lower salary. Present a confident attitude that conveys the fact that you know what your work is worth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"rich-text-component css-1ojwiuw eu4oa1w0\">\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-je7s01 eu4oa1w0\">Use a broad range.<\/span>\u00a0Providing a salary range with your targeted salary near the bottom gives both parties room for negotiation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"rich-text-component css-1ojwiuw eu4oa1w0\">\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-je7s01 eu4oa1w0\">Counter with your own questions.<\/span> If you are asked about your salary range in an interview, you can counter with questions of your own. You may state, &#8220;<span class=\"css-qrwco2 eu4oa1w0\">I don&#8217;t usually discuss compensation until I have a job offer. Is that the case here?<\/span>&#8221; You may also respond with a question about bonuses, commissions or other types of compensation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"rich-text-component css-1ojwiuw eu4oa1w0\">\n<p class=\"rich-text-component css-1g5t2dl e1wnkr790\"><span class=\"css-je7s01 eu4oa1w0\">Quote a worthy salary.<\/span> If the prospective employer can&#8217;t meet your desired salary, the job probably isn&#8217;t a good fit for you. Stay with a range that you are comfortable with.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One needs to be extremely careful while deciding salary as a wrong decision can lead to unsatisfactory work and\u00a0 regret. Before you know it, it starts affecting your commitment towards work leaving you on the brink of a performance review. Therefore, think wisely and make use of the above mentioned tips and examples to offer your inputs for a desired salary.<\/p>\n<p>If you doubt yourself on whether would you be able to express your thoughts, don&#8217;t worry. You can enrol at Entri&#8217;s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/spoken-english-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spoken English course<\/a><\/strong> to enhance your communication skills as well as confidence. With experienced mentors and dedicated one-on-one sessions, you can confidently quote your desired salary without any hindrances. So enrol now, and get ready to change your future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your desired salary is something that you often discuss in job interviews or write down on a job application. It&#8217;s important to know how to answer this question. Providing a salary in the right range will help you get a job that can compensate you appropriately for your skills and experience. 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