55 Years Of Average Monthly U.S. 30-Year Conventional Fixed Mortgage Rates
The article discusses the average monthly U.S. 30-year conventional fixed mortgage rates over the past 55 years. As of April 2026, the average rate was reported at 6.33%. This data reflects trends in the housing market and mortgage financing.
- ▪Freddie Mac used to report monthly averages for mortgage rates from April 1971 forward, but discontinued it.
- ▪The average 30-year fixed-rate conventional mortgage was 6.33% in April 2026.
- ▪The article highlights the significance of these rates in understanding the housing market.
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