The debt snowball method, popularized by Dave Ramsey, focuses on paying off your smallest debts first to build momentum and motivation. This calculator uses your total debt, minimum payments, and any extra monthly payment to show how quickly you can become debt-free and how much interest you'll pay in total.
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Results
Months to Debt Freedom
52
months
Total Interest Paid
11,074.41
$
Total Amount Paid
36,074.41
$
Formula
How to Use This Calculator
How to Use
- 1
Enter your total combined debt balance.
- 2
Enter the sum of all minimum monthly payments across your debts.
- 3
Enter any extra amount you can pay each month beyond minimums.
- 4
See your months to payoff and total interest cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the debt snowball or debt avalanche better?
How much does an extra $200/month help?
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About This Calculator
This calculator uses the formula: Monthly Interest = Balance × (Annual Rate / 12) Balance decreases until $0; Total Interest = Total Paid − Original Balance. All calculations follow industry-standard methods. Results are estimates — always verify with a licensed professional for structural or code-compliant work.
Built and maintained by the CalcSmart team. Last updated March 2026.
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