Loan Calculator
Our versatile financing calculator helps you estimate your monthly payments for any type of loan, such as a mortgage, auto loan, or personal loan. Use this loan repayment calculator and loan interest calculator to see a detailed breakdown of your payment schedule, including the total principal and interest you'll pay over the life of the loan.
Loan Details
Enter your loan information to see the payment details.
Payment Breakdown
Principal vs. Interest over the life of the loan.
Versatile Loan Types
Works for mortgages, auto loans, and personal loans. Understand your potential monthly commitment.
Instant Calculations
Get immediate feedback on your monthly payments and total interest as you adjust the loan terms.
Easy To Use
A simple interface makes it easy to input your loan amount, interest rate, and term in years.
Works Anywhere
This is a browser-based tool, meaning no software to install. It works seamlessly on any device.
Privacy Guaranteed
All calculations are performed on your device. Your financial information is never sent to a server.
Completely Free
A powerful financial planning tool available for free, without any registrations or hidden fees.
Understanding Loan Structures
Loans can be structured in different ways, affecting how and when you pay them back. Our calculator can model three common types:
How It Works
- Select Loan Type: Choose between "Amortized Loan," "Deferred Payment," or "Bond" using the tabs at the top of the calculator.
- Enter Your Details: Input the required information, such as the loan amount, interest rate, and term. The results will update instantly.
- Review Your Payments: The summary section will show you your estimated monthly payments or the final lump-sum amount, along with the total interest you will pay.
Amortized Loan
This is the most common type of consumer loan, including mortgages and auto loans. You make fixed, periodic payments that cover both principal and interest. Over time, the portion of your payment going toward principal increases as the interest portion decreases. For tracking your monthly budget, including loan payments, use our ClarityBudgets tool.
Deferred Payment Loan
Common for short-term or commercial loans, this structure requires a single lump-sum payment of both principal and all accrued interest at the end of the loan term. No periodic payments are made.
Bond (Zero-Coupon)
Bonds are a form of loan where you, the borrower, receive a discounted amount upfront and agree to pay back a predetermined lump sum (the face value) at maturity. Our calculator handles zero-coupon bonds, which do not pay periodic interest. The "interest" is the difference between the discounted price and the face value. This can be compared against other opportunities in our Investment Growth Calculator.