Credit Card Payoff Calculator — How Long Will It Take?
Determine the best strategy to eliminate your credit card debt quickly.
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Key Facts
Updated April 2026
- Average credit card APR: 21.5% (2026) — a historic high
- Minimum payments on $5,000 at 21% take 25+ years and cost $8,000+ in interest
- Balance transfer cards offer 0% APR for 15-21 months
- Average American household carries $6,500 in credit card debt
- Late payments (30+ days) drop your credit score 50-100 points
Pro Tips
Transfer high-interest balances to a 0% APR card immediately. The 3% transfer fee is nothing compared to 21% interest.
Pay more than the minimum every single month. Even $25 extra makes a meaningful difference.
Freeze your cards (literally put them in ice) while paying them off. Remove saved card numbers from all online stores.
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