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FHA Loan Calculator

Calculate your FHA loan monthly payment including principal, interest, and mortgage insurance premiums (MIP).

What is FHA Loan Calculator?

An FHA loan calculator estimates your monthly payment for a Federal Housing Administration loan, which requires a minimum 3.5% down payment. FHA loans include two mortgage insurance premiums: an upfront MIP (1.75% of the loan amount) and an annual MIP (0.85% of the loan balance) that is added to your monthly payment.

How to use

  1. 1 Enter the home price.
  2. 2 Enter your down payment percentage (minimum 3.5% for FHA).
  3. 3 Enter the annual interest rate.
  4. 4 Select the loan term.
  5. 5 See your full monthly payment including MIP, upfront MIP cost, and annual MIP.

Formula

Loan amount = home price − down payment. Upfront MIP = loan amount × 1.75%. Monthly P&I uses standard amortization formula. Monthly MIP = (loan amount × 0.85%) / 12. Total monthly = P&I + monthly MIP.

Example calculation

A $300,000 home with 3.5% down ($10,500) at 7% for 30 years: loan = $289,500. Upfront MIP = $5,066. Monthly P&I ≈ $1,927. Monthly MIP ≈ $205. Total monthly ≈ $2,132.

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for an FHA loan?

FHA loans are available to borrowers with credit scores as low as 580 (for 3.5% down) or 500 (for 10% down). They're popular with first-time buyers who have limited savings or lower credit scores.

How long do I pay FHA mortgage insurance?

For loans with less than 10% down, annual MIP lasts the life of the loan. With 10% or more down, MIP drops off after 11 years. This is a key disadvantage vs. conventional loans where PMI can be removed at 80% LTV.

Is the upfront MIP paid in cash?

Not necessarily. The upfront MIP of 1.75% is typically rolled into the loan balance, increasing your loan amount. You can pay it in cash at closing if you prefer.

What are FHA loan limits?

FHA loan limits vary by county and are updated annually. In 2024, they range from $498,257 in low-cost areas to $1,149,825 in high-cost areas. Check HUD's website for your county's limit.

Should I choose FHA over conventional?

FHA is better if you have a lower credit score or limited down payment. Conventional loans are often cheaper long-term because PMI can be removed. If you can put 20% down or have a 740+ credit score, conventional usually wins.