Debt Avalanche Calculator

Pay the Least Interest Possible.

Your Debts (Avalanche Method)

Highest-rate debts are eliminated first — the mathematically optimal payoff.

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Even $50 extra per month dramatically reduces your payoff time.

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Your Payoff Plan

Total debt
$26,900
Debt-free date
June 2029
Total interest paid
$6,334
Interest saved vs. minimums
$8,862

Plan vs. Minimums Only

Minimums OnlyYour PlanDifference
Payoff dateMay 2033Jun 202947 mo faster
Total interest$15,195$6,334Save $8,862
Monthly payment$675$875+$200 extra

Payoff Order

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Store Card
$4,200 @ 29.99%
Paid off
Aug 2027
$936 interest
2
Medical Bill
$1,800 @ 0%
Paid off
Oct 2028
$0 interest
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Credit Card
$8,900 @ 21.5%
Paid off
Feb 2029
$3,850 interest
4
Car Loan
$12,000 @ 6.5%
Paid off
Jun 2029
$1,548 interest

Total Balance Over Time

Your plan vs. paying minimums only.

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This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Results may vary based on your specific situation. Consult a qualified financial advisor for advice specific to your circumstances.

Why the Avalanche Saves More

Every month, a debt's interest is calculated on the remaining balance times the rate. Higher-rate debts cost you more per dollar of balance. By killing the highest-rate debt first, you cut the largest source of interest, then move to the next highest, and so on.

Avalanche vs. Snowball — For Your Debts

The exact savings depend on the gap between your highest and lowest rates. If all your debts are at similar rates, the difference is tiny. If you have one high-rate credit card alongside low-rate loans, avalanche can save thousands. The calculator above shows your real numbers.