Fees & Rewards Calculator

Annual fee vs points value — when does a fee card actually win?

TCCP shows Annual Fee, Monthly Fee and Rewards. A fee card can beat no-fee if its rewards cover the fee.
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Annual & Periodic Fees

“No annual fee” saves $95–$550/yr but often carries higher APR. Carrying a balance > $1,500 → low-APR fee card usually wins.

Low APR + Fee
$95 fee
14.99% APR
Wins if balance > $1,500
No Fee
$0 fee
24.99% APR
Wins if you pay in full
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Rewards Value

Estimate net yearly value: spend × earn% − annual fee. 1 point ≈ 1¢ unless transfer partner.

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net yearly value after fee

TCCP Rewards flags these cards. Check Explore → Rewards filter to see all 486 rewards cards.

Frequently asked questions

What data does this page show?

Compare annual fees vs rewards value. When does a fee card beat no-fee? CFPB TCCP official data.

What is purchase APR?

The yearly rate on carried balances — lower APR means cheaper revolving debt.

Fee card vs no-fee card?

Divide the annual fee by your monthly spend: high spenders often win with rewards cards.

How current are the figures?

All figures reflect 2026 and update automatically from official sources.

Where do the numbers come from?

All figures are compiled from official U.S. government public data and refreshed automatically. LifeIndexData is 100% free to use and fully independent: we are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or compensated by any bank, lender or financial institution, and advertising never influences our data or rankings.

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LifeIndexData. "Fees & Rewards Calculator — Credit Cards (2026)" (2026). https://lifeindexdata.com/usa/tools/cards/fees/

Is this financial advice?

No. All data is informational only — see our Disclaimer before making decisions.