How Mortgage Calculator works
Use this mortgage calculator to estimate your monthly payment broken into four parts: principal and interest (via the standard annuity formula), property tax, homeowner insurance and PMI. Enter home price, down payment, rate and term to see your full cost picture.
Whether comparing 15- vs 30-year terms or stress-testing rates, the optional costs section lets you reflect the true monthly obligation, not just the loan payment. PMI is typically required when the down payment is under 20 percent, so leave it blank above that threshold.