It depends on how helpful you are around the house. Between 5-10 bucks is a good place to start, and if your parents seem to be fine with it, just put in a little extra effort with chores and maybe yard work if that applies to you, and they should (KEY WORD SHOULD) increase it. Best of luck, my allowance didn't work out because I had to bring my check book to my parents every friday and i always forgot. Taught me to not forget though...