Loans
Loan monthly payment
Estimate a fixed monthly payment for a fully amortizing loan — principal, rate, and term.
Loan details
Estimated monthly payment
$1,580
$250,000 at 6.5% over 30 years
Breakdown
Frequently asked questions
How is the monthly loan payment calculated?
For a fixed-rate amortizing loan, the payment is set so principal and interest are paid off over the term. Enter loan amount, annual interest rate (APR), and term (years). The formula uses principal, monthly rate (APR ÷ 12), and number of monthly payments.
Does this work for mortgages?
For principal and interest only, yes. For home purchase payments with taxes, insurance, and PMI, use the Mortgage Payment Calculator instead.
What is total interest?
Total interest is what you pay beyond the original principal if you make every scheduled payment for the full term with no extra payments or refinancing. Shorter terms usually raise the monthly payment but lower total interest.
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