But English is one of the worldâs most widespread languages: mother-tongue speakers are recorded in 101 different countries and territories worldwide, 94 of which class it as an official language.
US Median Annual Rent as a Fraction of Median Household Income. US renters paid 20.89% of median household income towards the median monthly gross rent in 2014. This is the highest fraction of median household income going to rent since the series originated in 2005.
State. Monthly Rent. In order to afford this monthly rent in Alabama, you need to make at least $28.85 per hour, or $60,000.00 per year. This calculation assumes you will spend no more than 30% of your income on rent (the generally accepted standard of affordability). If you earn the minimum wage in this state ($8.25), then you will have to work 140 hours per week to have an income high enough to afford this rent.