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Emergency Fund Calculator

Calculate how much you need in your emergency fund based on your monthly expenses, job stability, and personal circumstances. Get a personalized savings plan.

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Your Situation

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Recommended Emergency Fund

$13,200
Monthly Expenses$3,300
Months Coverage4 months
Current Progress38%
Amount Needed$8,200

Your Progress

$5,000 savedGoal: $13,200
38%

You need $8,200 more to reach your goal. At your current savings rate, you'll reach your goal in 17 months (1.4 years).

Emergency Fund Tiers

Minimum (3 months)
Bare minimum safety net
$9,900
Recommended (4 months)
Based on your situation
$13,200
Ideal (6 months)
Extra peace of mind
$19,800

Monthly Expense Breakdown

Savings Plan

Emergency Fund Tips

  • Keep your emergency fund in a high-yield savings account (HYSA) for easy access and better returns
  • Set up automatic transfers to build your fund consistently
  • Only use your emergency fund for true emergencies: job loss, medical bills, major repairs
  • Replenish your fund immediately after using it
  • Review and adjust your fund size annually as your expenses change
  • Consider keeping 1 month of expenses in checking as a buffer