Family Resource Simulator

The Family Resource Simulator illustrates the impact of “work supports”—such as earned income tax credits and child care assistance—on the budget of a hypothetical family. Based on the answers provided on steps 1 through 7, the Simulator generates graphs that show how family resources and expenses change as earnings increase. Create your own scenario by following the steps below or see sample results. A related tool, the Basic Needs Budget Calculator, allows users to see how much income is necessary to cover a family’s basic expenses.

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  1 City & State
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  2
  Family
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  3
  Income & Assets
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  4
  Work Supports
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  5
  Child Care
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  6
  Health Insurance
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  7
  Other Expenses
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  8
  Results

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Select state and city (or county).