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Debt Payoff Calculator

Cards and loans accrue interest and are repaid monthly. Enter balance, APR and monthly payment to estimate months to payoff, total paid and how much is interest; if the payment is below the interest, it shows that the balance never falls.

Updated 2026-10-31 · Formula shown · No signup
--Months · months
--Years · years
--Total paid · $
--Interest · $

Estimates only; verify on site before ordering or building.

Example

ItemValueUnit
Balance5000$
APR20%
Monthly payment200$
Months33months
Years2.8years
Total paid6600$
Interest1600$

Where people go wrong

  • Paying only the minimum and stretching interest.
  • Using APR as the monthly rate.
  • Ignoring new charges or annual fees.

FAQ

What if the payment is below interest?

The balance never falls; raise the payment or lower the rate.

Which card first?

Mathematically the highest APR first (avalanche); psychologically the smallest balance first (snowball).

Is this financial advice?

No; consult a licensed advisor or nonprofit credit counselor.