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Brooks County FHA Loan Calculator

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

Loan Details

Brooks County, TX Benchmarks

FHA averages
Typical Property Value$148,333
Average Down Payment1.7%
Average Interest Rate6.975%
Effective Tax Rate1.15%
Median Tax Paid$1,060/yr
Tax Growth (Historical)-1.3%
Based on 6 regional loans totaling $880,000 (HMDA database).
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$2,522 down · $145,811 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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$142 / month

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Annual premium

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Per month

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$68 / month

Estimated Monthly Payment

$1,344/mo

  • Principal & Interest$984
  • Property Tax$142
  • Home Insurance$150
  • FHA MIP$68
Amortization · Remaining Balance

Financed Loan Amount

$148,363

Total Interest

$205,904

Total of Payments

$354,267

*Includes financed FHA Upfront MIP of $2,552

Local Market Insights

Brooks County FHA Mortgage Overview

In Brooks County, an FHA loan with a 1.67% down payment and a 98.33% Loan-to-Value ratio provides highly accessible entry for homebuyers, particularly those with sub-620 credit scores. However, this low equity means mandatory Mortgage Insurance Premiums (MIP) are required for the life of the loan. The average property value of $148,333.33, combined with a 6.975% interest rate and a 1.15% effective property tax rate, creates a manageable monthly burden. Notably, the inflation-adjusted tax change of -1.3% offers slight relief on affordability. For those using a Brooks County FHA loan down payment tool or evaluating Brooks County FHA loan limits, remember that MIP and property taxes are permanent costs here, as all purchases are primary residences.

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.