October 15, 2026

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage remained unchanged this week.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.40% as of October 15, 2026, unchanged from last week. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.27%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.71%, down from last week when it averaged 6.73%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.52%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

October 8, 2026

As market conditions continue to evolve, borrowers should remember that shopping around for a mortgage rate and getting multiple quotes can potentially save them thousands over the loan’s lifetime.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.40% as of October 8, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 7.28%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.30%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.73%, up from last week when it averaged 6.60%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.53%.

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October 1, 2026

With mortgage rates on their current trajectory, the housing market continues to be supported by favorable economic conditions.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.28% as of October 1, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 7.03%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.34%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.60%, up from last week when it averaged 6.42%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.55%.

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September 24, 2026

The housing market remains supported by a solid labor market and an economy that is growing at a healthy rate.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.03% as of September 24, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.95%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.30%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.42%, up from last week when it averaged 6.26%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.49%.

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September 17, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage continues to fluctuate as markets assess economic data.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.95% as of September 17, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.76%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.26%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.26%, up from last week when it averaged 6.09%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.41%.

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September 10, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.76% this week. Aspiring buyers should remember shopping around for the best mortgage rate and getting multiple quotes can potentially save them thousands.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.76% as of September 10, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.71%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.35%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.09%, up from last week when it averaged 6.04%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.50%.

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September 3, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.71% this week. Purchase demand has remained relatively stable indicating steady interest from buyers adapting to evolving market conditions.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.71% as of September 3, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.66%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.50%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.04%, up from last week when it averaged 5.98%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.60%.

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August 27, 2026

Mortgage rates changed little this week averaging 6.66%. The economy remains resilient, demonstrated by steady consumer spending and rising household incomes. More homes coming on the market and slower price growth in many areas are giving buyers better options and helping create a more balanced housing market.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.66% as of August 27, 2026, slightly up from last week when it averaged 6.65%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.56%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.98%, up from last week when it averaged 5.95%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.

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August 20, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage declined this week averaging 6.65%. With a dip in rates providing modest relief for homebuyers, it’s important to remember borrowers can potentially save thousands by shopping around for the best mortgage rate.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of August 20, 2026, down from last week when it averaged 6.67%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.58%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.95%, down from last week when it averaged 5.96%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.

May 28, 2026

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.53% this week. Pending home sales have increased three months in a row, indicating there’s latent demand and homebuyers are ready to jump back into the market if mortgage rates decline.

• The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.53% as of May 28, 2026, up from last week when it averaged 6.51%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.89%.
• The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.87%, up from last week when it averaged 5.85%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.03%.

Information provided by Freddie Mac.