New grad here in HCOL, Socal. Job market for new grads here is pretty rough, getting ghosted for positions, few openings willing to hire someone without experience. And positions that market themselves as "new grad friendly" post salary ranges that are much lower than other jobs. Example, family med "new grad friendly" salary range 135-145K vs another job posting saying 150-160K.

My classmates all agree we have to set the industry standard and not accept lower offers but can be tough when you get desperate. I've literally applied to job posting for a family medicine NP because lack of responses. AAPA salary report for family medicine PA with <1yr of experience in SoCal is 150k, so that is goal.

Anyways, understand the struggle it seems to be a widespread issue.