Struggling to Afford Rent on a $60K Salary

Posted by SmartRenter4541 • December 3, 2025 • 9 comments

I'm in a tough spot here; my rent is eating up almost 50% of my income. The 30% rule feels like a joke! Can I even afford $2400 a month on a $60K salary? It’s overwhelming spending so much on rent. I just want to know if I’m alone in this rent vs income chaos.