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Benson County Conventional Mortgage Calculator

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

Loan Details

Benson County, ND Benchmarks

Conventional averages
Typical Property Value$227,857
Average Down Payment28.2%
Average Interest Rate7.087%
Effective Tax Rate0.56%
Median Tax Paid$817/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)+9.5%
Based on 14 regional loans totaling $1,690,000 (HMDA database).
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$64,256 down · $163,601 financed

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Paid directly to principal

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

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$106 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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Not required at 20%+ down

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,355/mo

  • Principal & Interest$1,098
  • Property Tax$106
  • Home Insurance$150
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Loan Amount

$163,601

Total Interest

$231,805

Total of Payments

$395,406

Local Market Insights

Benson County Conventional Mortgage Overview

In Benson County, the 28.17% average down payment for Conventional loans signals strong buyer equity and creditworthiness, as this level typically eliminates the need for Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). With a 71.83% Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio, buyers already hold over 20% equity, avoiding PMI entirely from closing. The effective property tax rate of 0.56% on a $227,857 property is low, but the recent 9.5% inflation-adjusted tax increase will raise monthly costs. For those using a conventional mortgage with taxes in Benson County, ND, this higher upfront equity offsets the tax hike, ensuring stable affordability. All purchases are owner-occupied, reinforcing a low-risk, resident-focused market.

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.