Mercer County FHA Loan Calculator

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Loan Details

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Loan Type

Mercer County, IL Benchmarks

FHA averages

Typical Property Value$158,651

Average Down Payment7.5%

Average Interest Rate6.596%

Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Median Tax Paid$2,878/yr

Tax Growth (Historical)+3.0%

Based on 63 regional loans totaling $9,145,000 (HMDA database).

Home Price

Down Payment

$11,899 down · $146,752 financed

Interest Rate

Loan Term

yrs

Extra Monthly Principal

Paid directly to principal

Mortgage Start Date

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

Property Tax Rate

$234 / month

Home Insurance

Annual premium

HOA Dues

Per month

PMI Rate

$62 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,400/mo

Principal & Interest$954
Property Tax$234
Home Insurance$150
FHA MIP$62

Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$149,320

Total Interest

$193,993

Total of Payments

$343,313

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $2,568

Local Market Insights

Mercer County FHA Mortgage Overview

For Mercer County homebuyers, the 7.48% down payment on an FHA loan offers accessible entry, but mandatory Mortgage Insurance Premiums (MIP) apply for the loan's life, regardless of equity. With a 92.52% loan-to-value ratio, this is ideal for those with sub-620 credit seeking primary residences. The 1.77% property tax rate, adjusted upward by 3.0% for inflation, significantly impacts monthly affordability. When evaluating an FHA loan with PMI and taxes in Mercer County, IL, or considering Mercer County FHA loan limits, this tax burden must be factored into your true monthly cost.

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.