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Cabarrus County FHA Loan Calculator

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

Loan Details

Cabarrus County, NC Benchmarks

FHA averages
Typical Property Value$373,864
Average Down Payment12.0%
Average Interest Rate6.159%
Effective Tax Rate0.74%
Median Tax Paid$2,586/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)+3.3%
Based on 1,128 regional loans totaling $361,300,000 (HMDA database).
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$44,864 down · $329,000 financed

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Paid directly to principal

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

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$231 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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$139 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,562/mo

  • Principal & Interest$2,042
  • Property Tax$231
  • Home Insurance$150
  • FHA MIP$139
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$334,758

Total Interest

$400,221

Total of Payments

$734,978

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $5,758

Local Market Insights

Cabarrus County FHA Mortgage Overview

For Cabarrus County homebuyers using an FHA loan, the 11.97% average down payment—above the 3.5% minimum—reflects a strategy to lower monthly debt. However, this FHA loan requires mandatory Mortgage Insurance Premiums (MIP) for the life of the loan, regardless of the down payment size. The 88.03% Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio confirms this, making it ideal for buyers with sub-620 credit scores. With an average property value of $373,864.24 and a 6.159% interest rate, the effective 0.74% property tax rate, adjusted up 3.3% for inflation, adds a notable monthly cost. This data, based on 100% primary occupancy, helps assess true affordability when considering FHA loan limits and property taxes in Cabarrus County, NC.

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.