Mortgage and refinance rates today, May 26, 2026: Rates move back up
Mortgage rates have increased as of May 26, 2026, with the average 30-year fixed rate reaching 6.46%. The 15-year fixed loan is slightly lower at 5.91%, while the 5/1 ARM has risen to 6.68%. These rates reflect national averages and can vary based on individual financial situations.
- ▪The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is now 6.46%, up 12 basis points from the previous day.
- ▪The 15-year fixed loan rate is currently at 5.91%, just 1 basis point higher than yesterday.
- ▪The 5/1 ARM rate has increased to 6.68%, which is 39 basis points higher compared to Monday.
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Personal Finance / Mortgages Some offers on this page are from advertisers who pay us, which may affect which products we write about, but not our recommendations. See our Advertiser Disclosure. Mortgage and refinance rates today, May 26, 2026: Rates move back up Tim Manni · Lead Editor Tue, May 26, 2026 at 3:00 AM PDT 4 min read According to the Zillow lender marketplace, the average 30-year fixed rate is 6.46%, up 12 basis points since yesterday. The 15-year fixed loan is currently at 5.91%, just 1 basis point higher than yesterday. The 5/1 ARM is 6.68%, 39 basis points higher compared to Monday.
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