Mortgage Calculator
A mortgage calculator estimates the monthly principal-and-interest payment on a home loan. Enter the home price, your down payment, the interest rate, and the term to see your payment, the total interest over the life of the loan, and a full amortization schedule. The core math is the same in any country — only the currency and local add-ons like tax and insurance differ.
- Principal
- Interest
- Loan amount
- $280,000.00
- Down payment
- 20.00%
- Total interest
- $357,124.57
- Total of payments
- $637,124.57
- Term
- 30 yr
On this loan, more of your monthly payment goes to interest than to principal until month 233 (year 20). Until then you build equity slowly — a key reason early extra payments save so much.
Amortization schedule
| Year | Payment | Interest | Principal | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $21,237.49 | $18,107.85 | $3,129.63 | $276,870.37 |
| 2 | $21,237.49 | $17,898.26 | $3,339.23 | $273,531.14 |
| 3 | $21,237.49 | $17,674.62 | $3,562.86 | $269,968.28 |
| 4 | $21,237.49 | $17,436.01 | $3,801.47 | $266,166.80 |
| 5 | $21,237.49 | $17,181.42 | $4,056.07 | $262,110.74 |
| 6 | $21,237.49 | $16,909.78 | $4,327.71 | $257,783.03 |
| 7 | $21,237.49 | $16,619.94 | $4,617.54 | $253,165.49 |
| 8 | $21,237.49 | $16,310.70 | $4,926.79 | $248,238.70 |
| 9 | $21,237.49 | $15,980.74 | $5,256.74 | $242,981.95 |
| 10 | $21,237.49 | $15,628.69 | $5,608.80 | $237,373.15 |
| 11 | $21,237.49 | $15,253.06 | $5,984.43 | $231,388.72 |
| 12 | $21,237.49 | $14,852.27 | $6,385.22 | $225,003.51 |
| 13 | $21,237.49 | $14,424.64 | $6,812.85 | $218,190.66 |
| 14 | $21,237.49 | $13,968.37 | $7,269.12 | $210,921.54 |
| 15 | $21,237.49 | $13,481.54 | $7,755.94 | $203,165.60 |
| 16 | $21,237.49 | $12,962.11 | $8,275.37 | $194,890.22 |
| 17 | $21,237.49 | $12,407.89 | $8,829.59 | $186,060.63 |
| 18 | $21,237.49 | $11,816.56 | $9,420.92 | $176,639.71 |
| 19 | $21,237.49 | $11,185.62 | $10,051.86 | $166,587.84 |
| 20 | $21,237.49 | $10,512.43 | $10,725.05 | $155,862.79 |
| 21 | $21,237.49 | $9,794.16 | $11,443.33 | $144,419.46 |
| 22 | $21,237.49 | $9,027.77 | $12,209.71 | $132,209.75 |
| 23 | $21,237.49 | $8,210.07 | $13,027.42 | $119,182.33 |
| 24 | $21,237.49 | $7,337.60 | $13,899.89 | $105,282.44 |
| 25 | $21,237.49 | $6,406.70 | $14,830.79 | $90,451.65 |
| 26 | $21,237.49 | $5,413.45 | $15,824.04 | $74,627.62 |
| 27 | $21,237.49 | $4,353.69 | $16,883.80 | $57,743.82 |
| 28 | $21,237.49 | $3,222.95 | $18,014.54 | $39,729.28 |
| 29 | $21,237.49 | $2,016.48 | $19,221.01 | $20,508.27 |
| 30 | $21,237.49 | $729.21 | $20,508.27 | $0.00 |
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How it works
Your loan amount is the home price minus your down payment. Each monthly payment covers interest on the remaining balance first, then reduces the principal. Because the balance is highest at the start, early payments are mostly interest and you build equity slowly. As the balance shrinks, the principal portion of each payment grows while the payment stays the same.
This calculator shows the principal-and-interest payment. Property taxes, homeowners insurance, PMI, and HOA dues are real costs but vary by country and locality, so add them separately for a full "PITI" figure.
Monthly payment = L · i · (1 + i)^n / ((1 + i)^n − 1), where L = home price − down payment, i = annual rate ÷ 12 ÷ 100, and n = years × 12. This is the principal-and-interest (P&I) portion; property tax, insurance, and HOA are additional and vary by location.
Worked example
On a 350,000 home with 70,000 down (20%), you borrow 280,000. At 6.5% over 30 years (360 months) the monthly principal-and-interest payment is about 1,770. Over the full term you pay roughly 637,000 in total — meaning about 357,000 in interest, more than the amount you originally borrowed.
Things to watch out for
A larger down payment lowers both the monthly payment and the total interest, and may remove mortgage insurance. Making one extra payment a year, or rounding your payment up, can shave years off the loan because the extra goes straight to principal early, when it compounds the most. Use the loan prepayment and refinance calculators to test those scenarios.
Frequently asked questions
Does this include taxes and insurance?+
No. It shows the principal-and-interest payment. Property tax, homeowners insurance, PMI, and HOA fees vary by location and country, so add them on top for your full monthly housing cost.
How much should my down payment be?+
A larger down payment reduces your loan, your monthly payment, and your total interest, and often removes mortgage insurance. 20% is a common threshold, but the right amount depends on your savings and local rules.
Why is so much of my early payment interest?+
Interest is charged on the outstanding balance, which is largest at the start. The calculator shows the exact month your payment first puts more toward principal than interest.
Can I use this for any country?+
Yes. The principal-and-interest math is universal — switch the currency at the top of the page. Just remember local taxes and insurance are separate.
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Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational and informational purposes only and provides estimates, not financial advice. Interest rates, taxes, fees, and local rules vary and change over time. Confirm figures with a qualified professional before making any financial decision.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-22