Money Why would college grads expect more than $100,000 to start? It’s the cost of living, experts say May 7, 2022Sarah Elbeshbishi, USA TODAYComments Off on Why would college grads expect more than $100,000 to start? It’s the cost of living, experts say The increased cost of living and high rate of inflation are factors contributing to college students' lofty six-figure salary expectations.