Last updated: March 2, 2026

How Much Rent Can You Afford?

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The general rule is to spend no more than 30% of gross monthly income on rent.

This calculator shows three rent levels so you can decide how to budget for housing.

Common use cases:

  • Apartment hunting
  • Budgeting for a move
  • Evaluating housing costs

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