Rent Affordability Calculator Australia
Estimate whether weekly rent may be affordable by comparing rent against your gross income and a common 30% rent guide.
Rent as % of gross income
37.6%
30% rent guide
$519.23
Maximum weekly rent at 30% of gross income
Weekly gross income
$1,730.77
Disclaimer: Rent affordability results are estimates only and are not rental approval or financial advice.
What this calculator estimates
- •Rent as a percentage of gross income
- •30% weekly rent guide
- •Weekly gross income
- •Basic rent stress indicator
What affects the result
- •Income frequency
- •Weekly rent
- •Utilities and bills
- •Debts and dependants
- •Location and cost of living
Frequently asked questions
What is the 30% rent rule?
It is a common affordability guide comparing rent to gross income.
Is 30% always affordable?
No. Your actual budget and expenses matter.
Does it include bills?
No. Add utilities and bills separately in your budget.
Is it a rental approval?
No. Agents and landlords apply their own criteria.
Independent estimate disclaimer
Oz Pay Check is an independent, privately operated calculator website. Results are estimates only and do not constitute financial, tax, legal, lending, property, employment, Centrelink, Services Australia, ATO or government advice. Actual results may differ due to lender rules, state laws, awards, agreements, government assessment, transaction dates, concessions, exemptions, tax treatment and your personal circumstances.