Salary Needed to Buy a House for Salt Lake City, Utah

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Required Annual Salary

$116,684

Based on the 28/36 Rule (Limited by Housing (28% Rule))

Monthly PITI

$2,723

Principal, Interest, Taxes & Insurance

Income & Debt Breakdown (Monthly)

Required Monthly Income

Gross Monthly Income$9,724
Housing Payment (PITI)$2,723
Other Monthly Debts$500

Note: Lenders prefer housing costs ≤ 28% and total debts ≤ 36% of gross income.

COST SPLITHover Slices
Housing (PITI)28%
Other Debts5%
Remaining Income67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What salary do I need to afford a median home in Salt Lake City?

The exact salary needed depends on the current interest rates and your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio. Lenders generally recommend that your housing payment (PITI) does not exceed 28% of your gross monthly income in Salt Lake City.