How much rent can you afford in Marina Del Rey, CA?
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The 30% rent rule, in Marina Del Rey
At a median rent of $3,939/mo, Marina Del Rey is moderately stretched when measured against Marina Del Rey median household income of $146,623/yr. Rent would consume roughly 32% of pre-tax income, and a salary of about $157,560 keeps rent at the recommended 30% threshold.
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Frequently asked
How much rent can I afford in Marina Del Rey?
On a $146,623 salary (the Marina Del Rey median household income), the recommended ceiling is 30% of pre-tax income, or about $3,666/mo. Marina Del Rey's median rent is $3,939/mo. Use the calculator on this page to run your own salary.
What salary do I need to live in Marina Del Rey?
To keep Marina Del Rey's $3,939/mo median rent under 30% of income, you'd need about $157,560/yr. Lower your target share (e.g. 25%) to need more, or raise it (e.g. 40%) to need less.
Is Marina Del Rey affordable on the median California income?
Marina Del Rey is moderately stretched on a $146,623 income. Rent would take 32% of pre-tax pay, outside the recommended 30% threshold.
What's the 30% rent rule?
The 30% rule is a long-standing budgeting guideline that keeps rent at or below 30% of gross (pre-tax) income. It leaves enough room for utilities, transit, savings, and debt service. In high-cost markets, many renters exceed 30%, and the Census Bureau classifies households paying more than 30% of income on rent as "cost-burdened".