How should I base my answer when asked at interview what salary range I'm looking for?"?

Try not to answer...there are many ways to deflect the question, but your goal should be to get them to name a figure and then negotiate. The person who offers a number first is put at a disadvantage in the negotiations. Here are four possible answers: “I was paid well in my last position. The number was in line with market conditions and the results I delivered. I’m very interested in this opportunity, and I’ll be happy to discuss my compensation history when we determine that I'm the right person for the job.” “I realize you need to be sure my expectations are consistent with the salary range for this position. To ensure that we’re aligned, please tell me your range for this position.” “I’m reluctant to focus on just one factor at this stage when so many other factors affect what makes an opportunity a great fit: the job itself, the company, the people I'd be working with, and growth potential. So far, I'm impressed with what I have learned about this opportunity and I remain very interested in learning more!” “The actual figure will depend heavily on a number of important variables, but my experience and research tell me that fair compensation for this position falls in the range of __________.” [Note: Name a wide salary range toward the higher end of your expectations. For example, “$45,000 to $65,000 per year” or “$14 to $19 per hour.”] http://www.pongoresume.com/articles/47/the-salary-question.cfm

Try not to answer...there are many ways to deflect the question, but your goal should be to get them to name a figure and then negotiate. The person who offers a number first is put at a disadvantage in the negotiations. Here are four possible answers: “I was paid well in my last position. The number was in line with market conditions and the results I delivered. I’m very interested in this opportunity, and I’ll be happy to discuss my compensation history when we determine that I'm the right person for the job.” “I realize you need to be sure my expectations are consistent with the salary range for this position. To ensure that we’re aligned, please tell me your range for this position.” “I’m reluctant to focus on just one factor at this stage when so many other factors affect what makes an opportunity a great fit: the job itself, the company, the people I'd be working with, and growth potential. So far, I'm impressed with what I have learned about this opportunity and I remain very interested in learning more!” “The actual figure will depend heavily on a number of important variables, but my experience and research tell me that fair compensation for this position falls in the range of __________.” [Note: Name a wide salary range toward the higher end of your expectations. For example, “$45,000 to $65,000 per year” or “$14 to $19 per hour.”] http://www.pongoresume.com/articles/47/the-salary-question.cfm

I always say that I'm not prepared to go below x (my current salary).

I have successfully used "I know that you will be more than fair in your compensation of me if am hired".

I have successfully used "I know that you will be more than fair in your compensation of me if am hired".