Fair rent split by income
A fair way to split rent and bills between partners or roommates, based on what each person earns.
How it works
Each share = rent × (their income / total income). Everyone then spends the same percentage of their income on housing.
Results are for guidance only and do not replace professional advice.
Worked example
With the default values:
- Rent + shared bills1350
- Income of person A2600
- Income of person B1800
you get:
- Share of A€797.73 (59 %)
- Share of B€552.27 (41 %)
- Share of income spent on housing30.7 % for everyone
- Equal split€675.00 each
Frequently asked questions
How does the “Fair rent split by income” tool work?
Each share = rent × (their income / total income). Everyone then spends the same percentage of their income on housing.
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: rent + shared bills, income of person a, income of person b, income of person c. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
Rent + shared bills: 1350; Income of person A: 2600; Income of person B: 1800 → Share of A: €797.73 (59 %); Share of B: €552.27 (41 %).
Is this calculator free, and is my data private?
Yes. HOD Calc is completely free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent or stored.