Life Insurance Calculator

Calculate how much life insurance coverage your family needs.

Until kids are independent or spouse retires

Mortgage, car loans, credit cards, etc.

Funeral, estate costs (~$15-20K)

Savings that could cover these needs

Life Insurance Basics

Term life insurance: Coverage for a specific period (10-30 years). Most affordable option for most families. Pure protection, no cash value.

Common rule of thumb: 10-12x annual income. But this calculator gives a more precise estimate based on your actual needs.

When to buy: Buy when you have dependents (spouse, kids) who rely on your income. Healthier and younger = lower premiums.

Review regularly: Your needs change as debts get paid off, kids grow up, and savings increase. Reassess every few years.

This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only.