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Emergency Fund Calculator

The "3–6 months" rule is too vague. Your real target depends on your job stability, income type, and health situation. Get your personalized number and a savings plan to reach it.

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Data sources & methodology: Buffer months determined by composite risk score from BLS unemployment duration data (avg. 5.3 weeks for stable employment to 26+ weeks for freelancers), Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances, and healthcare OOP data from Kaiser Family Foundation. HYSA rate assumes 4.5% APY. Disclaimer →