Gross-vs-Net-Income

Balance scale weighing a tall stack of gold coins against a small indigo apartment building, illustrating the 3x rent income rule

Minimum Income to Rent an Apartment (2026 Data)

How much do you need to earn to rent? City-by-city 2026 data, the 3x rule explained, gross vs. net income traps, and real strategies when you fall short.

Jan 13, 2026 16 min read