Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Estimate how much of your gross monthly income is committed to recurring monthly debt payments.
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio
How the calculation works
Debt-to-income ratio, commonly called DTI, compares recurring monthly debt payments with gross monthly income before taxes and other payroll deductions.
The calculation is: monthly debt payments ÷ gross monthly income × 100.
What to include
Typical recurring debt payments may include housing obligations, auto loans, student loans, credit-card minimum payments, personal loans and other required monthly debt payments. Ordinary household expenses such as groceries, utilities and discretionary spending are generally not debt payments.
Worked example
If gross monthly income is $8,000 and recurring monthly debt payments total $2,850, the estimated DTI is 35.63%.
How to read your result
DTI is one measure lenders may consider when reviewing borrowing capacity. Different lenders, loan programs and underwriting systems can use different definitions, thresholds and treatment of individual obligations. This calculator does not predict approval or eligibility.
Frequently asked question
Should I use gross income or take-home pay?
This calculator uses gross monthly income before taxes and payroll deductions. If your income varies, use a reasonable gross monthly amount based on the income documentation relevant to your situation.
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Sources and limits
This calculator is a general educational ratio tool. Actual lender calculations may differ because qualifying income and counted obligations depend on the specific lender and loan program.