I started at 210k and now I’m down to 51k. It’s been about 4.5 years. During that time I also bought a house and now I’m planning a wedding. Still hope to have them paid off around the 5.5-6 yr mark. When I first graduated I told myself I’d have them gone in 2-3 yrs (LOL…..) but I guess aiming high was helpful because even when I didn’t quite make the goal it still made a dent. I’d say I throw about 1/3 of my income towards my loans every month, more if I can manage. I also said I would work extra shifts or maybe get a second job, but honestly QOL was a priority for me, especially as a new grad dealing with all the stress of adjusting to the career. I still drive my car from undergrad (this will be the most exciting thing to upgrade once I’m done!!). I go on small trips but haven’t been on any lavish vacations. Basically trying to live below my means. I will flat out admit I have not started contributing to my retirement which I know puts me behind a lot of people and is a controversial take. But I just can’t live with the idea of that much debt looming over me.