Credit Card Payoff Calculator
Quick answer
Set balance, APR, monthly payment above minimum. Higher payments collapse payoff time nonlinearly.
For a related estimate, see Apr Calculator.
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Payment priority
Every dollar above minimum attacks principal that would otherwise accrue interest next cycle.
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This intent focuses on choosing a fixed paydown amount and seeing months to zero—contrasted with minimum-pay schedules that can run decades. Use this when you are working from real inputs—quotes, listings, statements, or specs—not placeholder guesses alone.
How to use this calculator
- Stop adding charges: New purchases reset average balance—freeze spending in the model.
- Balance transfer math: Factor transfer fees and promo end dates.
- Psychology vs math: Snowball wins on behavior; avalanche wins on interest—pick what you’ll sustain.
Real-world examples
- Example: $8k @ 21%, $300/mo fixed → payoff often in ~32–36 months vs 10+ years on minimums (illustrative).
- Sensitivity check: Nudge the rate by about +0.5% and the principal by about −5%. If the payment, break-even, or target amount moves enough to change your decision, you are still on a steep part of the curve where small inputs matter.
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What this means
Dollars above minimum attack the balance that generates next month’s finance charge.
FAQ
Is this a loan commitment?
No. Outputs are educational estimates. Final payments, APR, and fees come from your lender’s disclosures.
How accurate is this calculator?
It applies standard math to the inputs you enter. Real lenders, payroll rules, and rounding can differ—use results for planning and comparison, not as binding quotes.
Why might my result differ from another website?
Different assumptions (APR vs note rate, day-count, tax year, rounding mode, or unit definitions) shift outputs slightly. Align inputs with the same definitions when you compare.