Finance calculator

Loan Calculator

Free Loan calculator. Calculate monthly payments, total interest, and total repayment for a fixed-rate loan. Use our free online calculator.

Last updated August 24, 2026

Finance calculator

Loan Calculator

Calculate monthly payments, total interest, and total repayment for a fixed-rate loan.

How this calculator works

This calculator estimates monthly payments for fixed-rate personal, student, or business loans. Enter the loan amount, annual interest rate, and term in years to see the fixed monthly payment and total interest. Use it when comparing loan offers, checking affordability, or planning repayment schedules. The key inputs are the principal amount, annual interest rate, and loan term in years. The output is the monthly payment, total payments, and total interest. Real-world applications include personal loans, auto financing, debt consolidation, and education loan planning. The calculator uses the standard fixed-rate amortization formula. It does not include fees, insurance, origination charges, or variable-rate adjustments. Compare the total interest across different terms to see how a longer repayment period increases the overall cost.

Methodology

The calculator uses the standard fixed-rate amortization formula with monthly payments: principal, annual interest rate, and term in years.

Examples

  • Estimate a personal loan payment before applying.
  • Compare a 3-year and 5-year repayment term.
  • See how much total interest a loan adds beyond the amount borrowed.

Common questions

What does the monthly loan payment include?

This estimate includes principal and interest only. Fees, insurance, origination charges, and late-payment terms are not included unless your lender adds them to the financed balance.

Why does a longer term lower the payment but cost more?

Spreading the loan over more months reduces the amount due each month, but interest has more time to accrue. That usually increases the total interest paid.

Can I use this for student, personal, or business loans?

Yes, if the loan has a fixed rate and regular monthly payments. Variable-rate loans can change, so treat this as a scenario estimate.