$300,000 15-Year Fixed Mortgage Calculator

$300,000 at 6.0% for 15 years - monthly payment and total interest.

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$300,000 15-Year Fixed Mortgage at 6.0%

A $300,000 15-year fixed mortgage at 6.0% is a fast-track payoff plan. You hand over more each month but finish with far less debt behind you than a 30-year borrower.

Monthly payment

With a monthly rate of 0.005 over 180 periods, the level payment is $2,531.57.

M = P x i x (1+i)^n / ((1+i)^n - 1)
i = 0.06 / 12 = 0.005    n = 15 x 12 = 180
M = 300,000 x 0.005 x (1.005)^180 / ((1.005)^180 - 1) = 2,531.57

Total interest

Over 180 payments the total repaid is about $455,683. Interest accounts for $155,683, an interest ratio of roughly 34%.

Versus a 30-year loan

A 30-year loan at 6.0% would run about $1,799 a month with roughly $347,500 in interest. The 15-year option costs about 41% more per month but saves close to $191,800 in interest and repays the loan in half the time.

Budgeting beyond the payment

The $2,532 figure covers principal and interest only. On a faster 15-year payoff, the higher payment plus property tax and insurance can stretch a household budget, so check the full housing cost before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the monthly payment on a $300,000 15-year mortgage at 6.0%?

About $2,531.57 per month for principal and interest over 180 payments.

How much interest do I pay on a $300,000 15-year loan at 6.0%?

Roughly $155,700, about 34% of the approximately $455,700 total you repay.

Does this include property tax and insurance?

No - it covers principal and interest only. Add property tax, home insurance and PMI separately for your true monthly cost.

Last reviewed: October 5, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources: IRS, CFPB, CDC, NIH and others