What rent can you afford?
Two sliders, honest math. We use the 30% rule for comfort and show the 40% ceiling so you know where the edge is.
$75,000
$20k$300k
$300
$0$3,000
Car payments, student loans, credit card minimums.
Comfortable budget (30% rule)
$1,575/mo
Rent at this level leaves room for savings, emergencies, and a life.
Upper limit (40% of income)
$2,200/mo
Doable, but most landlords also require income of 3x rent — that's $2,083/mo on your numbers.
Estimates only — not financial advice. Landlord income requirements vary.