So I work for my states department of Fish and wildlife. I actually like my job, but I make $22/hr. I am a union worker and get some Benny's (vacation days, holiday pay, pension etc) but I can't afford to rent an apartment unless it is a shitbox or less than 200sqft. My other options are living with my grandma or adult roommates.
Is that shit pay or is that just the new normal for working in America now?