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Mortgage Calculator

Calculate your monthly mortgage payment including taxes, insurance, PMI, and HOA fees. See amortization schedule and savings from extra payments.

Loan Details

Additional Costs

Monthly Payment Breakdown

Total Monthly Payment

$2,539

Principal & Interest$2,023
Property Tax$417
Home Insurance$100
Total Monthly$2,539

Loan Summary

Loan Amount$320,000
Total of 360 Payments$728,142
Total Interest Paid$408,142

Important Information

  • This calculator provides estimates only. Actual payments may vary based on your lender and loan terms.
  • Property tax and insurance estimates may differ based on your location and property.

Understanding Your Mortgage Payment

Our free mortgage calculator helps you estimate your monthly home loan payments and understand the true cost of homeownership. Whether you're a first-time buyer or refinancing, get accurate payment breakdowns including principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and PMI.

Key Features

  • ✓ Accurate monthly payment calculations
  • ✓ Automatic PMI calculations
  • ✓ Tax and insurance estimates
  • ✓ Amortization schedule generator
  • ✓ Extra payment analysis

What You'll Learn

  • • Total interest over loan lifetime
  • • Monthly payment breakdown (PITI)
  • • When you'll pay off your loan
  • • How extra payments save money
  • • If you need PMI insurance

How to Use This Mortgage Calculator

Calculating your mortgage payment is simple with our tool. Start by entering your home's purchase price and down payment. The calculator will instantly show your monthly payment and provide a detailed breakdown of where your money goes each month.

Pro Tip: Try different down payment amounts to see how they affect your monthly payment and whether you'll need PMI. Even an extra 5% down can save thousands in interest and eliminate PMI.

Current Mortgage Rate Trends (2025)

As of 2025, mortgage rates have stabilized after the volatility of recent years. Current average rates:

  • 30-year fixed: 6.5% - 7.2%
  • 15-year fixed: 5.8% - 6.5%
  • 5/1 ARM: 5.5% - 6.3%
  • FHA 30-year: 6.3% - 7.0%
  • VA 30-year: 6.0% - 6.8%

*Rates vary based on credit score, down payment, and lender. Check with multiple lenders for best rates.

Mortgage Payment Formula Explained

Understanding how your mortgage payment is calculated helps you make better financial decisions. Here's the standard formula:

M = P [ r(1 + r)^n ] / [ (1 + r)^n – 1]

Where:

  • M = Monthly payment
  • P = Principal loan amount
  • r = Monthly interest rate (annual rate / 12)
  • n = Number of payments (years × 12)

Our calculator handles this complex math instantly, plus adds taxes, insurance, and other costs for a complete picture of your monthly housing expense.

Smart Strategies to Lower Your Mortgage Payment

1. Increase Your Down Payment

Put down 20% or more to avoid PMI and potentially get better interest rates.

2. Improve Your Credit Score

A score above 740 typically gets the best rates. Even 20 points can make a difference.

3. Shop Multiple Lenders

Rate shopping within 45 days counts as one credit inquiry. Compare at least 3-5 lenders.

4. Consider Buying Points

Paying points upfront can lower your rate by 0.25% per point, saving money long-term.

5. Make Biweekly Payments

Splitting monthly payments in half and paying biweekly results in 13 full payments per year.

Frequently Asked Questions

A general rule of thumb is that your monthly mortgage payment shouldn't exceed 28% of your gross monthly income. For example, if you earn $80,000 per year ($6,667 monthly), your maximum mortgage payment should be around $1,867. This calculator helps you determine exact payments based on your loan amount, interest rate, and down payment.

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