Rainy Day Fund Calculator — Calculate Your Emergency Savings

Rainy Day Fund Calculator

Calculate your ideal emergency savings fund based on monthly expenses, income stability, and financial security needs. Determine how much you should save for unexpected expenses and financial emergencies.

Step 1: Financial Basics

Understanding Rainy Day Funds

A rainy day fund is emergency savings to cover unexpected expenses or income loss. Financial experts typically recommend 3-6 months of essential living expenses, depending on your situation.

Step 2: Risk Factors

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About Risk Assessment

Higher risk factors (unstable income, health issues, single income) require larger emergency funds. Lower risk factors allow for smaller but still essential rainy day funds.

Rainy Day Fund Results

Summary
Scenarios
Breakdown

Recommended Rainy Day Fund

$12,000
4 months of essential expenses
Months Covered
4
Current Savings Gap
$10,000
Monthly Savings Needed
$500
Time to Goal
20 months

Income Stability Scenarios

Situation Recommended Months Risk Level Priority

Fund Allocation Breakdown

Rainy Day Fund Formula

Fund = Monthly Expenses × Months × Risk Factor

Base months vary by income stability (3-6 months). Risk factor accounts for dependents, job security, and health risks. Adjust your target based on your unique situation.

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