I just got my very first job offer, but I have no clue if I'm being lowballed. It's my first time negotiating, so I'm worried about messing up. Any suggestions for asking for a higher salary when you have nothing to compare it to?

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Look around online and find out what is similar to the company size, role, or anything to help you get an idea. That’s the only way you’ll know. Sounds too like you are early in your career, get fair pay, but you might not have a ton of leverage right now.

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Yes. Research what market comp is in your COL area. RHI issues as comp report and other employment agencies do as well. Or use Glassdoor, Payscale, a number of other sources.

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How can you have nothing to compare to? There are plenty of sources online. Do your research. If you want help here then post your offer, your YOE, location and role to get an idea.

Do some research, ask around, and find out what you can. You apparently don't have a lot of experience, and that's usually what you can cite as a negotiating point. So you're essentially left with saying you had been expecting more and see if they budge. Just make sure to be professional about it, companies will rescind offers if you say anything that sounds like you're not being serious.

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You can use google to see what the typical salary range is for the job title, location, and company size

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