Mortgage & real estate

Home Mortgage Calculator

Enter your loan amount, interest rate and term to see the monthly payment, total interest and a full amortization schedule.

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  • Updated for 2026

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Enter your loan amount, rate and term to see the monthly payment.

Worked example

With these example inputs:

  • Loan amount$360,000
  • Interest rate6.5%
  • Term (years)30

Monthly payment: $2,275

  • Loan amount$360,000
  • Total interest$459,160
  • Total of payments$819,160
  • Payoff time30 yr

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What this home mortgage calculator does

This calculator finds your monthly mortgage payment. You enter the loan amount, rate, and term. The tool shows the payment in the currency you choose. It covers principal and interest. This is a core home-buying tool. You can test different figures. The result helps you plan a home loan.

What a mortgage payment is

A mortgage payment is your fixed monthly cost to repay the loan. It covers principal and interest over the term. The same amount is due each month. By the end the loan is fully repaid. It is a core part of any budget. It is paid monthly. You see it in your chosen currency.

How it is calculated

The tool takes your loan amount. It spreads it over the term in equal payments. It adds interest at your rate each month. The payment is set so the loan ends at zero. The longer the term, the smaller each payment. The calculator takes care of this for you.

What the result tells you

The result shows your monthly payment. Take three hundred sixty thousand at six and a half percent. Over thirty years it costs about twenty-three hundred a month. A higher rate or amount raises it. A longer term lowers each payment. So it shows what you must pay. It is a clear monthly figure.

Principal and interest

Each payment splits into principal and interest. Principal pays down what you borrowed. Interest is the cost of the loan. Early payments are mostly interest. Later ones are mostly principal. So the split shifts over time. This is how a loan amortizes.

The effect of the rate

The rate drives the cost of a loan. A higher rate lifts every payment. It also adds to the total interest. Even a small rate change adds up. So shopping for a low rate pays off. A lower rate frees up cash. Compare a few rates before you sign.

The effect of the term

The term is how long you repay. A longer term lowers each payment. But it raises the total interest. A shorter term costs more per month. Yet it saves a lot of interest. So the term is a real trade-off. Pick a term you can afford.

How to use it

Enter the loan amount first. Add the rate and term. Read your monthly payment in your currency. Then change an input and retry. Compare a few rates and terms. See how each one moves the payment. Use it to plan a home loan.

The limits of this calculator

This calculator has real limits. It assumes a fixed rate for the term. It does not include taxes or insurance. Some loans carry fees or points. A variable rate can change the payment. So treat it as a ballpark. So read the result with a clear head.

Common mistakes to avoid

A common mistake is ignoring the total interest. A low payment can still cost a lot. Another is leaving out taxes and insurance. Those add to the real monthly cost. Some pick the longest term by default. Others forget about fees. Clear math helps you steer around them.

A final tip

Use this to plan your home loan. Remember the payment covers principal and interest. Watch how the rate and term move it. Budget for taxes and insurance too. Compare a few lenders for the best rate. Do not pick a term too long. A careful pass makes the number reliable.

Frequently asked questions

How is the monthly mortgage payment calculated?

It uses the standard amortization formula on your loan amount, rate and term. A $360,000 loan at 6.5% over 30 years is about $2,275 a month.

Does this include taxes and insurance?

No, this shows principal and interest only. Property tax, home insurance and any HOA dues are added on top of this figure in a real monthly payment.