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Fayette County FHA Loan Calculator

Adjust the sliders to model your loan in real time. We have prefilled this page with local benchmark averages for Fayette County, Illinois based on real HMDA transaction records.

Loan Details

Fayette County, IL Benchmarks

FHA averages
Typical Property Value$160,571
Average Down Payment10.9%
Average Interest Rate6.458%
Effective Tax Rate1.27%
Median Tax Paid$1,894/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)+5.6%
Based on 70 regional loans totaling $9,840,000 (HMDA database).
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$17,502 down · $143,069 financed

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Paid directly to principal

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

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$170 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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$61 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,297/mo

  • Principal & Interest$916
  • Property Tax$170
  • Home Insurance$150
  • FHA MIP$61
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$145,572

Total Interest

$184,292

Total of Payments

$329,865

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $2,504

Local Market Insights

Fayette County FHA Mortgage Overview

Fayette County’s FHA market is defined by accessible entry and long-term cost awareness. The 10.95% weighted down payment and 89.05% LTV ratio highlight a borrower profile leveraging low upfront equity. However, with an FHA loan, the mandatory Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) remains for the loan’s life, regardless of the down payment—a key factor for those with sub-620 credit scores seeking approval. The 1.27% effective property tax rate, combined with a 5.6% inflation-adjusted increase, directly impacts monthly affordability. For buyers using a Fayette County FHA loan calculator with PMI and taxes, this tax shift raises true monthly costs. All data reflects 100% primary occupancy, not investment properties.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only and does not constitute a loan offer or financial advice. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and fees will vary.