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Simple Budget Calculator

Add income and expenses to calculate your monthly surplus or deficit.

Income

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Total Income: $3,000.00

Expenses

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Total Expenses: $1,400.00

Monthly Summary

Income: $3,000.00
Expenses: $1,400.00
Monthly Balance: $1,600.00
You have a monthly surplus
Annual Projection: $19,200.00

Budget Breakdown

Budgeting Tips

  • Aim to save at least 20% of your monthly income
  • Consider using the 50/30/20 rule: 50% for needs, 30% for wants, 20% for savings
  • Track your spending regularly to identify areas where you can cut back
  • Build an emergency fund that covers 3-6 months of expenses

Common Budget Categories

Housing

  • • Rent or Mortgage
  • • Property Taxes
  • • Home Insurance
  • • Maintenance

Utilities

  • • Electricity
  • • Water
  • • Gas
  • • Internet
  • • Phone

Transportation

  • • Car Payment
  • • Insurance
  • • Fuel
  • • Maintenance
  • • Public Transit

Food

  • • Groceries
  • • Dining Out
  • • Coffee/Snacks

Health

  • • Insurance
  • • Medications
  • • Doctor Visits
  • • Gym Membership

Savings

  • • Emergency Fund
  • • Retirement
  • • Investments
  • • Specific Goals