Is the 3× rule a law?

No. It's a common screening guideline, and landlords set their own criteria within fair-housing rules.

Should I use gross or net income?

Gross. The rule compares rent to pre-tax monthly income.

Many landlords ask that monthly gross income be about three times the rent. Check either direction: rent from income, or income from rent.

Monthly gross income

Before taxes. Use the annual income calculator if you know your paycheck.

Income multiple

× rent

3× is the most common; some landlords use 2.5× or 3.5×.

Maximum rent

$2,000

$6,000 ÷ 3

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Is the 3× rule a law?: No. It's a common screening guideline, and landlords set their own criteria within fair-housing rules.
Should I use gross or net income?: Gross. The rule compares rent to pre-tax monthly income.

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