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Self Sufficiency Calculator

Overview

This calculator is based on the Self Sufficiency Standard, which measures how much income is needed for a family of a given composition - one person household to large family size - in a given place, to adequately meet its basic needs without any public or private assistance.

When people have this information they can make employment and education plans that will lead to jobs that pay enough to support their families and apply for the supports they need as they work toward these goals.

Here are several ways the Self-Sufficiency Calculator can help you:

  • Determine what wage you need to earn to cover your basic household expenses.
  • Test if a job you are considering will pay enough to meet your family's needs.
  • Determine if you are eligible for public benefits that can help with expenses like health care or child care.
  • Develop career planning goals so you can work towards a better paying job.

Click here to get started with the Self Sufficiency Calculator
or
Click here to view the Self-Sufficiency Matrix


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