Can I move out of my parents' house with just $3,000 monthly salary?

[Anonymous]

Hi, I live in Beaumont, California. I have no idea how much the rent and car would be and other living expenses. I just got a job, and now I wanna move out. Can you help me budget my $3,000 monthly salary. Is it enough? Thank you.

[Apple1996]

In California probably not but it depends on your area or if you could find a roommate to split rent with. First step maybe start saving up for a car and get that before trying to move out

[WindAtMyBack]

I did a quick search for rent prices in California. Assuming they are real prices, you should be able to live on a $3000 a month salary. Just take your time looking for a good place to live at a reasonable price, and be careful with the rest of your expenses.

But it really depends on how good you are at living cheaply. Some people are good at it, and some are terrible at it.

[docster]

You say you just got a job. Have you made it through the probationary period? I wouldn't do anything until you've been there 3 or 4 months.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

You can if you move somewhere cheaper. I’d recommend Nebraska. There’s a few places that will pay you to move there and it’ll be cheaper

[Astarlessnightsky]

Maybe start by getting these infos.

How much is rent, what other cost does living alone come with, how much is a car (do you even need a car?), how much are your groceries, how much would be insurances...

[Anonymous]

I guess someone in California would have to tell you for sure but 3,000 a month after taxes probably turns into like 2600 and California is crazy expensive. You'd need some roommates to split the rent I assume.

[jahaims]

Yeah with 4 roommates maybe. After paying rent and utilities you wouldn't be able to afford anything else if you live solo. How are you just getting a job at 30

[gorydetails]

Don't you think you could google rent prices rather than asking here?

[TheSpaceGnome]

Unlikely and ill advised.

[In_Trance]

You lied about your age