50/30/20 Rule

50/30/20 Rule

Worksheet • 30 min of learning

Here's how 50/30/20 Rule aligns with curriculum standards in Utah. Use the filters to change the location, set of standards, and grade level.

General Financial Literacy

STRAND 5: Students will understand principles of personal money management, including budgeting and managing accounts, and the role and impact of credit on personal finance.

Standard 1: Identify and explain the process of budgeting based on projected income and expenses.

Standards
Defined by General Financial Literacy 11th-12th Grades and align with 50/30/20 Rule
Develop a budget that includes the following categories: spending/debt, savings, investing, charitable contributions (such as the 70‑20‑10 rule).
Define fixed, variable, and periodic budget categories.
Emphasize the importance of a goals‑based budget, including priorities such as pay yourself first, emergency/opportunity fund, insurance, and charitable or other voluntary contributions.