Great Resignation Runway Calculator
Thinking about quitting or taking a career break? Enter your savings, monthly expenses, any severance pay, and expected side income to see exactly how many months of financial runway you have.
About this calculator
Estimate how many months your savings will last if you quit your job today, factoring in monthly expenses, side income, and severance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this account for rising costs over time?
Yes, you can set a monthly expense inflation rate to simulate expenses increasing each month, which is common due to inflation or lifestyle creep.
What if my side income covers all my expenses?
If your side income equals or exceeds your monthly expenses, the calculator will show an effectively unlimited runway (capped at 600 months for display).
Should I include emergency funds in savings?
It's up to you — many people prefer to keep a separate emergency fund and only count additional discretionary savings in this calculation.