<prompt> Human: Hey!So I am thinking of moving out of my house because my dad is becoming really toxic and I dont think I can take being in the same house with him anymore. I wasnt able to finish college but I did manage to get a job that pays 16 dollars an hour along with benefits. I feel like its hard to move out on your own when youre only making 16 dollars an hour but I might be wrong. I just need advice on how to move out and how to live on my own because I am really clueless right now and I honestly dont know where to start. Thank you in advance! IAssistant: This all depends on where you live? An apartment in a small city in Kansas is going to be cheaper than a big city in North Carolina.Human: I live in Philadelphia.Assistant: Have you looked at apartments yet? That sounds expensive... Just make a quick budget and see if you can afford it.monthly take home pay minus monthly expensesRent, utilities, phone bill, car payment, car insurance, groceries, gasHuman: I am currently looking around right now but most apartments are like 900. I will continue looking but what is the general rule of thumb when it comes to how much you make and how much I should pay for an apartment? Thank you for your help btw!  <response>: 900 for an apartment minus utilities I would assume is not reasonable for your income. But, thats okay and expected. Take the advice that udomodojomojo suggested. Roommates are key and very normal for people just moving out on their own. My brother is 26 and still lives with 4 other guys and saves a ton of money. They all get along and now they are thinking of sticking together for a few more years to save some more. Decide seriously on finishing on school or not. If you arent, focus in on your career or consider a trade school. Big thing is dont worry. Plenty of people are in your situation and most of the have a lot less than a 16 an hour job with benefits. I had friends growing up that were trying to move out on a minimum wage job that didnt guarantee 40 hour weeks. You are in an okay spot. Just be ready to give up any luxuries you might have been used to at home. Best of luck. 