Emergency Fund Calculator

See how many months of expenses your savings would cover, how you compare to the 3–6 month rule, and exactly how much more to save to hit your target.

Your Numbers

Current coverage

2.9

months

48% of your 6-month target

Target fund (6 months)

$21,000

Still to save

$11,000

Save $917/mo to get there in a year, or $458/mo over two years.

You're thin on cushion. Aim for at least 3 months of expenses to cover a job loss or big surprise.

A guideline, not advice. Freelancers and single-income households often aim for the higher end (6–12 months).

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