$500 Loan Calculator — 18 Month Term
At the average personal loan rate of 11%, a $500 loan over 18 months costs $30.26/month with $44.67 in total interest. Use the calculator below or compare rates across all credit tiers.
Monthly Payment
$30.26
at 11% APR
Total Interest
$44.67
at 11% APR
Total Paid
$544.67
over 18 months
Payment Comparison by Credit Score
$500 loan · 18 months
| Credit Tier | APR | Monthly | Total Interest | Total Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excellent (760+) | 5% | $28.89 | $20.02 | $520.02 |
| Very Good (720+) | 7% | $29.34 | $28.16 | $528.16 |
| Good (690+) | 10% | $30.03 | $40.51 | $540.51 |
| Fair (660+) | 13% | $30.72 | $53.03 | $553.03 |
| Poor (620+) | 17% | $31.67 | $69.97 | $569.97 |
| Bad (<620) | 21% | $32.62 | $87.20 | $587.20 |
Loan Calculator
Monthly Payment
$30.26
Total Paid
$544.67
Total Interest
$44.67
$500 · 18-Month Loan FAQs
What is the monthly payment on a $500 loan for 18 months?
At the national average rate of 11%, your monthly payment on a $500, 18-month loan is approximately $30.26. Over the life of the loan you'd pay $44.67 in interest for a total of $544.67.
How does the term length affect my $500 loan payment?
A shorter term means higher monthly payments but less total interest. For $500: a 12-month loan at 11% costs $44.19/mo, while a 60-month loan costs $10.87/mo but you'd pay $121.98 more in total interest.
What credit score do I need for a $500 personal loan?
For a $500 personal loan, most lenders require a minimum score of 580–620. Borrowers with scores above 720 qualify for the best rates (around 5–7%), while scores below 620 may face rates of 20%+.
Is 18 months a good term for a $500 loan?
A 18-month term keeps total interest costs low — you'd pay only $44.67 at 11% — but the monthly payment of $30.26 is higher. This is ideal if you can comfortably afford the payment and want to get out of debt quickly.
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