PITI Mortgage Calculator
Calculate your complete monthly mortgage payment including Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance (PITI). Get accurate estimates for your total housing costs.
$300,000
20.0% of home price ($60,000)
$3,000
$1,200
Required if down payment < 20% ($0)
$0
Monthly Payment
$1,517
Principal & Interest
Total Monthly
$1,867
Including all costs
Total Interest
$306,107
Over life of loan
Total Cost
$546,107
Principal + Interest
Total Cost
Principal
Interest
Payment Breakdown
What is PITI in Mortgage?
PITI stands for Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance - the four main components that make up your total monthly mortgage payment. Understanding PITI helps you budget accurately for homeownership costs.
PITI Components Explained
Principal
The amount that goes toward paying down your loan balance.
Interest
The cost of borrowing money, calculated based on your interest rate.
Taxes
Property taxes paid to your local government, typically escrowed monthly.
Insurance
Homeowners insurance and PMI (if applicable) to protect your property.
How to Use Our PITI Calculator
- Enter your loan amount and interest rate
- Specify your loan term (15, 20, or 30 years)
- Add your annual property tax amount
- Include your annual homeowners insurance cost
- Add PMI if your down payment is less than 20%
- Get your complete PITI payment breakdown
Why PITI Matters
Your PITI payment represents your true monthly housing cost. Lenders use PITI to determine loan qualification, and it's essential for accurate budgeting. Our calculator helps you understand exactly what you'll pay each month and how your payment is allocated across principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.