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The credit card payment calculation determines your minimum monthly payment based on your outstanding balance, the card's minimum payment percentage, and any accrued interest. This helps cardholders understand their payment obligations.
The calculator uses the credit card payment formula:
Where:
Explanation: The calculation combines a percentage of your outstanding balance with any accrued interest to determine your minimum payment.
Details: Understanding your minimum payment helps with budgeting and financial planning. Paying only the minimum will result in paying more interest over time and taking longer to pay off your balance.
Tips: Enter your current credit card balance in USD, the minimum payment percentage as a decimal (e.g., 0.02 for 2%), and your monthly interest charges. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What's a typical minimum payment percentage?
A: Most credit cards require 1-3% of the outstanding balance as the minimum payment, often with a minimum dollar amount (e.g., $25).
Q2: Should I pay more than the minimum?
A: Yes, paying more than the minimum reduces interest costs and helps pay off debt faster. The minimum payment is just the lowest amount required to avoid penalties.
Q3: How is monthly interest calculated?
A: Interest is typically calculated as (balance × APR ÷ 365 × days in billing cycle). Check your statement for exact calculation method.
Q4: Does this calculator account for fees?
A: No, this calculates only the basic minimum payment. Some cards may add fees to the minimum payment.
Q5: What if I make purchases after the statement date?
A: New purchases typically don't affect the current minimum payment but will be included in the next billing cycle.