How much rent can you afford in Lorton, VA?
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The 30% rent rule, in Lorton
At a median rent of $2,567/mo, Lorton is very affordable when measured against Lorton median household income of $138,685/yr. Rent would consume roughly 22% of pre-tax income, and a salary of about $102,680 keeps rent at the recommended 30% threshold.
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Frequently asked
How much rent can I afford in Lorton?
On a $138,685 salary (the Lorton median household income), the recommended ceiling is 30% of pre-tax income, or about $3,467/mo. Lorton's median rent is $2,567/mo. Use the calculator on this page to run your own salary.
What salary do I need to live in Lorton?
To keep Lorton's $2,567/mo median rent under 30% of income, you'd need about $102,680/yr. Lower your target share (e.g. 25%) to need more, or raise it (e.g. 40%) to need less.
Is Lorton affordable on the median Virginia income?
Lorton is very affordable on a $138,685 income. Rent would take 22% 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".