12-Month Emergency Fund on $5,000 Monthly Expenses

With $5,000 in monthly expenses, a 12-month emergency fund target is $60,000.

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Enter essential monthly expenses, months of coverage and current emergency savings in the fields above.
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Read your emergency fund target and the full breakdown beneath it.

Find out how much you need in a full 12-month emergency fund when your essential expenses are $5,000 per month.

Frequently asked questions

What counts as an essential monthly expense?: Include rent/mortgage, utilities, groceries, minimum debt payments, insurance, and transportation. Exclude discretionary spending like dining out, streaming services, and entertainment.
Where should I keep my emergency fund?: In a high-yield savings account or money market account — liquid, FDIC-insured, and separate from your checking account to avoid temptation to spend it.