On May 21, 2026, Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey, showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.51%. This is up from last week, when it averaged 6.36%. In May 2025, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.86%.
“The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.51% this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “As rates fluctuate, aspiring buyers should remember that by shopping around for the best mortgage rate and getting multiple quotes, they can potentially save thousands.”
The 15-year FRM averaged 5.85%, up from last week when it averaged 5.71%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.01%.
