Still, the number of families spending more than the recommended 30 percent of income on rent remained unchanged at 50 percent. (nj.com)
The portion of households paying more than 50 percent of their household income on rent and utilities increased to 33 percent in 2013 from 22 percent in 2004. (hechingerreport.org)
Most experts suggest spending no higher than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent, 25 percent is even better. (rd.com)