Freddie Mac: 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgages Average 6.86%

Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey^® (PMMS^®), showing the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.86%.

“Mortgage rates inched up this week but continue to remain lower than one year ago. With more inventory for buyers to choose from than the last few years, purchase application activity continues to hold up,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist.

News Facts

• The 30-year FRM averaged 6.86% as of May 22, 2025, up from last week when it averaged 6.81%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.94%.
• The 15-year FRM averaged 6.01%, up from last week when it averaged 5.92%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 6.24%.

The PMMS^® is focused on conventional, conforming, fully amortizing home purchase loans for borrowers who put 20% down and have excellent credit. For more information, view our Frequently Asked Questions.

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Source: Freddie Mac