How much rent can you afford in Newton, MA?
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The 30% rent rule, in Newton
At a median rent of $3,685/mo, Newton is very affordable when measured against Newton median household income of $190,304/yr. Rent would consume roughly 23% of pre-tax income, and a salary of about $147,400 keeps rent at the recommended 30% threshold.
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Frequently asked
How much rent can I afford in Newton?
On a $190,304 salary (the Newton median household income), the recommended ceiling is 30% of pre-tax income, or about $4,758/mo. Newton's median rent is $3,685/mo. Use the calculator on this page to run your own salary.
What salary do I need to live in Newton?
To keep Newton's $3,685/mo median rent under 30% of income, you'd need about $147,400/yr. Lower your target share (e.g. 25%) to need more, or raise it (e.g. 40%) to need less.
Is Newton affordable on the median Massachusetts income?
Newton is very affordable on a $190,304 income. Rent would take 23% of pre-tax pay, inside 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".