In the United States, landlords can ask about a tenant's employment status and income. However, compliance with relevant laws and regulations is essential to avoid discrimination or privacy violations. All landlords should make certain that questions related to employment status or income are consistent and applied uniformly to all applicants. It is best to consult a tenant-landlord attorney for more specific information on rental application requirements and permissible questions.   For further information regarding employment and income-related questions and legal standards, please visit the links:   ᐅ U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) - Fair Housing ᐅ Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) - Rental applications