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15-Year vs 30-Year Mortgage Comparison

The 15-year vs 30-year mortgage decision is one of the biggest financial choices homebuyers make. 15-year mortgages have higher monthly payments but dramatically lower total interest costs and faster equity building. 30-year mortgages offer payment flexibility but cost significantly more over time.

A

15-Year Mortgage

$50,000.00$350,000.00$5,000,000.00
$0.00$70,000.00$1,000,000.00
%
2%6.5%12%
yrs
10 yrs15 yrs30 yrs
%
0%1%5%

Monthly Mortgage Payment

$2,939.10
Monthly Payment
Principal & Interest$2,439.10
Property Tax$291.67
Insurance$208.33

Payment Breakdown

Loan Details

Loan Amount$280,000.00
Down Payment20.0%
Total Interest$159,038.11
Total Cost$439,038.11
B

30-Year Mortgage

$50,000.00$350,000.00$5,000,000.00
$0.00$70,000.00$1,000,000.00
%
2%7%12%
yrs
10 yrs30 yrs30 yrs
%
0%1%5%

Monthly Mortgage Payment

$2,362.85
Monthly Payment
Principal & Interest$1,862.85
Property Tax$291.67
Insurance$208.33

Payment Breakdown

Loan Details

Loan Amount$280,000.00
Down Payment20.0%
Total Interest$390,624.92
Total Cost$670,624.92

Key Differences

The 15-year vs 30-year mortgage decision is one of the biggest financial choices homebuyers make. 15-year mortgages have higher monthly payments but dramatically lower total interest costs and faster equity building. 30-year mortgages offer payment flexibility but cost significantly more over time.

Which Option is Better?

The best choice depends on your individual financial situation, goals, and constraints. Use the calculators above to compare both options with your specific numbers.

  • Adjust the values in both calculators to match your scenario
  • Compare monthly payments, total costs, and long-term impact
  • Consider your cash flow, savings goals, and risk tolerance