<prompt> Human: I received a job offer in the Bay Area, CA for 68k starting for Automation Engineering. That is approx. a salary of 5700 a month. After 35 taxes that ends up at 3700.After housing of approx. 1500-2000 a month that ends up at 1700-2200 leftover.Finally, after calculating in my student loans 600 monthly payment I have approx 1100-1600 that will go towards food, utilities, gas, and a car payment. I would like to pay more on my student loans, but also save money and invest in a 401k, but it seems that this wont be enough money for me. Am I wrong to think that this offer is very low? Should I counter for 85,000?edit 1I just wanted to thank everybody for the quick responses, and assistance in clearing up my ignorance in regards to this situation.  <response>: Your salary is based on your value to the company, not your personal expenses. Research typical salaries for your position in your area. Try and 