Mortgage Payment Calculator
Calculate your monthly mortgage payment including principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and PMI. Get a complete breakdown of your home loan costs with our advanced mortgage calculator.
Loan Details
$400,000
$80,000
6.50%
Additional Costs
$300/month
$100/month
Monthly Payment
Total monthly housing cost
Loan Amount
$320,000
Down Payment
20.0%
Payment Breakdown
Loan Summary
Amortization Schedule
A mortgage payment calculator helps you determine your monthly housing costs based on loan amount, interest rate, and term. Understanding your mortgage payment is crucial for budgeting and determining how much house you can afford. Your payment typically includes principal, interest, taxes, and insurance (PITI).
Formula:
M = P[r(1+r)^n]/[(1+r)^n-1]Where M = monthly payment, P = loan principal, r = monthly interest rate, n = total number of payments
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Enter your home purchase price
- 2
Input your down payment amount or percentage
- 3
Set the mortgage interest rate (check current rates)
- 4
Choose your loan term (15 or 30 years are most common)
- 5
Add property tax and insurance estimates for total PITI
- 6
View your monthly payment breakdown and amortization
- Your mortgage is likely your largest monthly expense
- Understanding payment breakdown helps you build equity faster
- Comparing 15-year vs 30-year terms shows total interest cost
- Pre-qualifying helps you shop with confidence
- Extra payments can save tens of thousands in interest
- Determining how much house you can afford
- Comparing different loan scenarios
- Deciding between 15 and 30-year terms
- Understanding the impact of interest rates
- Planning extra principal payments
- Evaluating refinance options
- •Making one extra payment per year can shave 4-5 years off a 30-year mortgage
- •Consider a 15-year mortgage if you can afford the higher payment
- •Points may be worth buying if you'll keep the loan 5+ years
- •ARM loans can be smart if you plan to move within 5-7 years
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is a mortgage payment calculated?
A mortgage payment is calculated using the loan amount, interest rate, and loan term. The formula uses amortization to determine equal monthly payments that cover both principal and interest. Additional costs like property taxes, insurance, and PMI are added to get your total monthly payment (PITI).
What is PMI and when do I need it?
PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance) is required when your down payment is less than 20% of the home's purchase price. It protects the lender if you default on the loan. PMI typically costs 0.5% to 1% of the loan amount annually and can be removed once you reach 20% equity.
How can I lower my monthly mortgage payment?
You can lower your mortgage payment by: making a larger down payment (at least 20% to avoid PMI), getting a lower interest rate by improving your credit score, choosing a longer loan term (30 years vs 15 years), or shopping around for better rates from multiple lenders.
What's included in a PITI payment?
PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance. Principal is the amount that goes toward paying off your loan balance. Interest is what the lender charges for borrowing. Taxes refer to property taxes, and Insurance includes homeowners insurance and PMI if applicable.
Should I choose a 15-year or 30-year mortgage?
A 15-year mortgage has higher monthly payments but lower total interest costs and faster equity building. A 30-year mortgage has lower monthly payments but higher total interest over the life of the loan. Choose based on your monthly budget and long-term financial goals.