Interactive historical chart showing the 30 year fixed rate mortgage average in the United States since 1971.

In the United States, interest rates for all mortgage types started to increase in 2021. This was due to the Federal Reserve introducing a series of hikes in the federal funds rate to contain the rising inflation. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the 30-year fixed rate rose slightly, to **** percent. Despite the increase, the rate remained below the peak of **** percent in the same quarter a year ago. Why have U.S. home sales decreased? Cheaper mortgages normally encourage consumers to buy homes, while higher borrowing costs have the opposite effect. As interest rates increased in 2022, the number of existing homes sold plummeted. Soaring house prices over the past 10 years have further affected housing affordability. Between 2013 and 2023, the median price of an existing single-family home risen by about ** percent. On the other hand, the median weekly earnings have risen much slower. Comparing mortgage terms and rates Between 2008 and 2023, the average rate on a 15-year fixed-rate mortgage in the United States stood between **** and **** percent. Over the same period, a 30-year mortgage term averaged a fixed-rate of between **** and **** percent. Rates on 15-year loan terms are lower to encourage a quicker repayment, which helps to improve a homeowner’s equity.

Graph and download economic data for 30-Year Fixed Rate Jumbo Mortgage Index (OBMMIJUMBO30YF) from 2017-01-03 to 2025-06-23 about jumbo, 30-year, fixed, mortgage, rate, indexes, and USA.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Willow Springs, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

This statistic shows the number of affordable three bedroom homes with two bathrooms for sale in selected metros in the United States in 2018, by mortgage rate. In 2018, home buyers in Los Angeles, California who could pay 3,500 U.S. dollars in mortgage payments had a choice of 4,260 homes if the mortgage rate was four percent, which fell to 2,810 homes if the mortgage rate rose to six percent.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Pescadero, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Corte Madera, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

Graph and download economic data for Delinquency Rate on Single-Family Residential Mortgages, Booked in Domestic Offices, All Commercial Banks (DRSFRMACBS) from Q1 1991 to Q1 2025 about domestic offices, delinquencies, 1-unit structures, mortgage, family, residential, commercial, domestic, banks, depository institutions, rate, and USA.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Rural South Coast, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

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United States Freddie Mac House Price Index: California data was reported at 235.688 Dec2000=100 in Oct 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 236.353 Dec2000=100 for Sep 2018. United States Freddie Mac House Price Index: California data is updated monthly, averaging 78.529 Dec2000=100 from Jan 1975 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 526 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 236.907 Dec2000=100 in Jul 2018 and a record low of 15.750 Dec2000=100 in Jan 1975. United States Freddie Mac House Price Index: California data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, Freddie Mac. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.EB016: Freddie Mac House Price Index: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Esparto, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in June Lake, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

The foreclosure rate in the United States has experienced significant fluctuations over the past two decades, reaching its peak in 2010 at 2.23 percent following the financial crisis. Since then, the rate has steadily declined, with a notable drop to 0.11 percent in 2021 due to government interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2024, the rate stood slightly higher at 0.23 percent but remained well below historical averages, indicating a relatively stable housing market. Impact of economic conditions on foreclosures The foreclosure rate is closely tied to broader economic trends and housing market conditions. During the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, the share of non-performing mortgage loans climbed significantly, with loans 90 to 180 days past due reaching 4.6 percent. Since then, the share of seriously delinquent loans has dropped notably, demonstrating a substantial improvement in mortgage performance. Among other things, the improved mortgage performance has to do with changes in the mortgage approval process. Homebuyers are subject to much stricter lending standards, such as higher credit score requirements. These changes ensure that borrowers can meet their payment obligations and are at a lower risk of defaulting and losing their home. Challenges for potential homebuyers Despite the low foreclosure rates, potential homebuyers face significant challenges in the current market. Homebuyer sentiment worsened substantially in 2021 and remained low across all age groups through 2024, with the 45 to 64 age group expressing the most negative outlook. Factors contributing to this sentiment include high housing costs and various financial obligations. For instance, in 2023, 52 percent of non-homeowners reported that student loan expenses hindered their ability to save for a down payment.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Forest Ranch, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

The mortgage delinquency rate for Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans in the United States declined since 2020, when it peaked at 15.65 percent. In the second quarter of 2024, 10.6 percent of FHA loans were delinquent. Historically, FHA mortgages have the highest delinquency rate of all mortgage types.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Plymouth, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

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The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Castroville, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.

The table below showcases the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentiles of mortgage rates for each zip code in Weaverville, California. It's important to understand that mortgage rates can vary greatly and can change yearly.