FHA Loan Calculator — Estimate Payment with MIP Included
FHA loans allow you to buy with just 3.5% down — but they come with upfront and ongoing mortgage insurance premiums. See your complete monthly payment including all FHA costs.
What you'll need
- Home purchase price
- Down payment (minimum 3.5%)
- Interest rate
- Loan term (15 or 30 years)
- Estimated property tax and insurance
What you'll get
Total monthly payment
P&I + MIP + tax + insurance
Upfront MIP cost
1.75% added to loan balance
Monthly MIP
Ongoing insurance premium
MIP cancellation timeline
When (if) insurance drops off
How it works
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FHA loans allow down payments as low as 3.5% for credit scores 580+.
See MIP costs
FHA charges an upfront MIP (1.75%) and annual MIP (0.55–1.05%) added to your payment.
Compare to conventional
See how FHA total cost compares to a conventional loan with PMI.
FHA vs Conventional — $300,000 Purchase, 5% Down
| Item | FHA Loan | Conventional |
|---|---|---|
| Down payment | $10,500 (3.5%) | $15,000 (5%) |
| Upfront MIP/fee | $5,081 | $0 |
| Monthly MIP/PMI | $165 | $145 |
| Rate (est.) | 6.75% | 7.00% |
| Monthly P&I | $1,869 | $1,937 |
FHA MIP stays for the life of the loan if down payment is under 10%. PMI cancels at 80% LTV.
Frequently asked questions
What is FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP)?
FHA loans require two types of mortgage insurance: an upfront MIP of 1.75% of the loan amount (added to your loan balance), and an annual MIP of 0.15%–0.55% depending on your LTV. Unlike conventional PMI, FHA MIP often lasts for the life of the loan if your down payment was under 10%.
Can I cancel FHA mortgage insurance?
If your down payment was 10% or more, FHA MIP cancels after 11 years. If your down payment was less than 10%, MIP lasts for the life of the loan unless you refinance into a conventional loan once you have 20% equity.
What is the minimum down payment for an FHA loan?
FHA loans require a minimum 3.5% down payment for borrowers with credit scores of 580+. Borrowers with scores of 500–579 need a 10% down payment. FHA loans are a popular option for first-time buyers who can't afford a larger down payment.
What are the FHA loan limits for 2024?
FHA loan limits vary by county and are updated annually. For 2024, the baseline limit in lower-cost areas is $498,257 for a single-family home, while high-cost areas (like San Francisco or New York City) allow up to $1,149,825. Check the HUD website for your specific county limit before shopping.
Is an FHA loan or conventional loan better for first-time buyers?
FHA wins if your credit score is below 680 or your down payment is under 5%. Conventional Fannie Mae HomeReady and Home Possible programs allow 3% down with lower MI costs than FHA for borrowers with 620+ scores and income at or below area median income. At 680+ credit, compare both options — conventional PMI may be cheaper than FHA MIP.
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