Loan Calculator

Calculate monthly payments, total interest, and amortization for any loan.

How to Use Loan Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter the loan amount

    Type the principal amount you are borrowing — the total value of the loan before interest.

  2. 2

    Set the interest rate

    Enter the annual interest rate as a percentage (e.g., 6.5 for 6.5% APR).

  3. 3

    Choose the loan term

    Enter the repayment period in years (e.g., 30 for a 30-year mortgage, 5 for a car loan).

  4. 4

    View the results

    Instantly see your monthly payment, total interest paid, and total cost of the loan.

Key Features

Instant Calculation

Monthly payment, total interest, and total cost update in real time as you adjust any input.

Amortization Schedule

View a month-by-month breakdown showing principal, interest, and remaining balance for each payment.

Works for Any Loan

Supports mortgages, car loans, personal loans, student loans — any fixed-rate amortizing loan.

Clear Summary

See the key figures — monthly payment, total interest, and total cost — at a glance in a clean layout.

Common Use Cases

  • Mortgage Planning

    Estimate monthly mortgage payments and total interest costs when shopping for a home loan.

  • Car Loan Comparison

    Compare different loan amounts, interest rates, and terms to find the most affordable auto financing.

  • Debt Payoff Planning

    Calculate how much you will pay over the life of a personal loan and evaluate whether refinancing makes sense.

  • Budget Planning

    Determine monthly payment amounts before taking on a loan to ensure it fits within your budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the monthly payment calculated?

The tool uses the standard amortization formula: M = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n − 1], where P is the principal, r is the monthly interest rate, and n is the total number of payments.

Does this calculator handle variable-rate loans?

No. This calculator is designed for fixed-rate loans. Variable-rate loan payments change over time and require a different calculation method.

Can I see a full amortization schedule?

Yes. The tool generates a complete month-by-month amortization table showing how each payment is split between principal and interest.

Is my financial data sent to a server?

No. All calculations happen entirely in your browser. Your loan information is never transmitted to any server.