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How much rent you can actually afford — the 30% rule as a starting point, adjusted for your real debts.
The classic rule of thumb is 30% of gross income. Landlords often screen for rent under one-third of gross income (3x rent).
The 30% rule dates back to U.S. housing policy and is a rough guide, not a law of nature. In expensive cities many renters run higher; with low debts and low other costs, higher can work. The number that matters most is what's left over after rent and required debt payments — if that covers savings and daily life without strain, the rent fits.
Worth connects your real accounts and runs the numbers for you — budgets, net worth, goals, and an AI assistant.
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