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Rent Split Calculator

Updated on 22 Oct 2026 · Checked by Aotob

Splitting $2,400 of rent by room size, the biggest room pays $1,005 a month with bills.

The smallest pays $816; equal shares would be $900.

Part of the rent split equally for shared space

Room 1 pays

$1,005a month

Room 1 (size 16)$1,005
Room 2 (size 12)$879
Room 3 (size 10)$816

Half the rent (or the share you set) is split equally for the kitchen, bathroom and living space; the rest follows room size. An equal split would be $900 each.

Show the working

Room 1: 1,200 ÷ 3 + 1,200 × 16/38 + bills 100 = 1,005
Room 2: 1,200 ÷ 3 + 1,200 × 12/38 + bills 100 = 879
Room 3: 1,200 ÷ 3 + 1,200 × 10/38 + bills 100 = 816

What people ask next

Each person pays

RoomRentBillsTotal
Room 19051001,005
Room 2779100879
Room 3716100816

Questions people ask

What is the fairest way to split rent?

Splitting part of it equally for shared space and the rest by bedroom size. Adjust for an en-suite, a parking space or a room with no window by agreeing a premium.

What share should be split equally?

Commonly 40% to 60%. Set it to 100% for an equal split.

Can I use square feet?

Yes, any unit works, as long as every room uses the same one.

Updated 22 Oct 2026Source: Published government rules and typical costs, checked October 2026Checked by AotobA suggestion to agree on together.Report an issue