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Calculate how much you need in your emergency fund based on your monthly expenses.
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Emergency Fund Target
$18,000
Monthly Essential Expenses$3,000
Emergency Fund Target vs Rent/Mortgage
Emergency Fund Guideline
Emergency Fund = Monthly Essential Expenses × Months of Coverage
Most financial advisors recommend 3-6 months of essential expenses. Self-employed or single-income households should aim for 6-12 months.
Example Calculation
Typical household expenses with 6 months coverage.
- 01Monthly expenses = $1,500 + $200 + $500 + $300 + $200 + $300 = $3,000
- 02Emergency fund = $3,000 × 6 = $18,000
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