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Russell County FHA Loan Calculator

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

Loan Details

Russell County, AL Benchmarks

FHA averages
Typical Property Value$219,160
Average Down Payment12.5%
Average Interest Rate6.304%
Effective Tax Rate0.38%
Median Tax Paid$629/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)-3.3%
Based on 238 regional loans totaling $44,130,000 (HMDA database).
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$27,395 down · $191,765 financed

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yrs
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Paid directly to principal

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

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$69 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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$81 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,508/mo

  • Principal & Interest$1,208
  • Property Tax$69
  • Home Insurance$150
  • FHA MIP$81
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$195,121

Total Interest

$239,667

Total of Payments

$434,788

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $3,356

Local Market Insights

Russell County FHA Mortgage Overview

In Russell County, the 12.46% average down payment on an FHA loan provides accessible entry for owner-occupants, but you must account for mandatory Mortgage Insurance Premiums (MIP) for the loan’s life, regardless of the 87.54% LTV ratio. This FHA structure is ideal for buyers with sub-620 credit seeking lower upfront costs. The 0.38% effective property tax rate, coupled with a -3.3% inflation-adjusted tax decrease, slightly lowers monthly obligations, improving affordability. When evaluating an FHA mortgage with property taxes, remember that PMI and taxes are fixed costs here, while the low tax shift offers mild long-term relief for Russell County homebuyers.

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.