Rent Affordability Calculator
Estimate a comfortable rent range from monthly income using common rules of thumb.
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Suggested rent (30%)
$1,440
- Stretch (40%)$1,920
- Income after debts$4,800
Rules of thumb only — local markets and priorities differ.
Breakdown
- Recommended rent
- Other expenses
- Debts
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How this calculator works
Estimate a comfortable rent range from monthly income using common rules of thumb.
How is it calculated?
Suggested rent = (income − debts) × 30% or 40%.
Example
$5,200 take-home − $400 debts → ~$1,440 at 30%.
Frequently asked questions
Gross or net?+
Use take-home (net) income for a more realistic budget.