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Garfield County FHA Loan Calculator

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

Loan Details

Garfield County, NE Benchmarks

FHA averages
Typical Property Value$185,000
Average Down Payment1.6%
Average Interest Rate5.917%
Effective Tax Rate1.11%
Median Tax Paid$2,383/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)+10.9%
Based on 3 regional loans totaling $545,000 (HMDA database).
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$2,960 down · $182,040 financed

FHA loans require a minimum of 3.5% down payment (or matching dollar amount).

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yrs
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Paid directly to principal

Payoff estimated June 2056

Local & Recurring Costs

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$171 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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$85 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,507/mo

  • Principal & Interest$1,101
  • Property Tax$171
  • Home Insurance$150
  • FHA MIP$85
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$185,226

Total Interest

$211,139

Total of Payments

$396,365

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $3,186

Local Market Insights

Garfield County FHA Mortgage Overview

In Garfield County, the 1.64% weighted average down payment on FHA loans, paired with a 98.36% LTV ratio, creates an accessible entry point for buyers with sub-620 credit scores. However, this low equity means mandatory MIP is required for the loan's life, a key factor when using an FHA loan calculator with PMI and taxes. The effective 1.11% property tax rate, adjusted upward by 10.9% for inflation, significantly impacts monthly affordability. For anyone exploring an FHA loan down payment in Garfield County, Nebraska, the tax shift adds a persistent cost layer. All data reflects 100% primary occupancy, ensuring these insights apply to standard homebuyers, not investors.

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.