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Mortgage Payment Calculator

See the real monthly payment on a home before you commit. Enter the price, your down payment, the rate, and the term — and get your monthly principal & interest, loan amount, and the total interest you'll pay over the life of the loan.

Quick answer: A monthly mortgage payment is calculated from the loan amount, interest rate, and term using M = P·r(1+r)ⁿ ÷ ((1+r)ⁿ − 1), where r is the monthly rate and n is the number of payments. Principal and interest are the core; property tax and insurance are added on top. Enter home price, down payment, rate, and term for your principal-and-interest payment.
The purchase price of the home.
Percent of price you pay upfront. 20% avoids private mortgage insurance on most loans.
Annual mortgage interest rate.
Length of the mortgage.
Monthly payment (P&I)
Loan amount
Total interest paid
Total of all payments

Principal & interest only — a planning estimate, not a loan offer. It excludes property taxes, homeowners insurance, PMI, and HOA dues, which your lender bundles into the real monthly payment.

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What goes into a mortgage payment

The number this calculator shows is principal & interest (P&I) — the part that pays down the loan. It's computed with the standard amortization formula, where a fixed monthly payment gradually shifts from mostly interest to mostly principal over the term.

Monthly P&I = Loan × r × (1 + r)ⁿ ÷ ((1 + r)ⁿ − 1)

…where r is the monthly rate (annual ÷ 12) and n is the number of payments (years × 12).

The full payment is bigger than P&I

Your lender's actual monthly bill usually adds property taxes, homeowners insurance, and — if you put down less than 20% — PMI, plus any HOA dues. Together those are often another 20–35% on top of P&I, so budget for the whole picture, not just this number.

Quick FAQ

How is a monthly mortgage payment calculated?

With the amortization formula: the loan amount times the monthly interest rate, scaled so a fixed payment pays the loan off exactly over the term. Early payments are mostly interest; later ones are mostly principal. This calculator does the math and also shows total interest over the life of the loan.

Does a shorter term really save money?

Yes — a 15-year loan has a higher monthly payment but far less total interest than a 30-year loan at the same rate, because you're borrowing the money for half as long. Switch the term above to see the difference.

What's not included here?

Property taxes, insurance, PMI, and HOA fees. This shows principal and interest only, so treat it as the floor of your real monthly housing cost, not the whole thing.

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More questions

Is the Mortgage Payment Calculator free to use?

Yes. The Mortgage Payment Calculator is completely free, runs in your browser, and never asks for a signup, email, or download. Enter your numbers and the result updates instantly.

How accurate is this calculator?

It uses standard formulas and recalculates the moment you change a value, so the math is exact for the inputs you enter. Treat the result as a reliable planning estimate; for decisions with legal or tax consequences, confirm the figures with a qualified professional.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. The calculator is mobile-friendly and works on any phone, tablet, or computer — there is no app to install and nothing to save.

Can I add this calculator to my own website?

Yes. Scroll to “Add this free calculator to your site” above and copy the embed snippet to place the live calculator on your blog or website for free.

Last reviewed: September 2026. Free to use, no signup — Mortgage Payment Calculator by ToolWise Digital.

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