What are today's mortgage interest rates: May 19, 2026?
Mortgage interest rates have significantly increased as of May 19, 2026. The average rate for a 30-year mortgage is now 6.50%, while the 15-year rate is at 6.00%. Homebuyers are encouraged to shop around for the best rates, as current conditions may not last long.
- ▪The average mortgage interest rate on a 30-year mortgage is 6.50% as of May 19, 2026.
- ▪The average refinance rate on a 30-year mortgage is 6.96%.
- ▪These rates have risen significantly compared to earlier months, with the 30-year rate increasing from 6.37% earlier in May.
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- ▪ Mortgage and refinance rates today, May 19, 2026: Rates keep rising — Yahoo Finance
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MoneyWatch: Managing Your Money What are today's mortgage interest rates: May 19, 2026? We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. .chip { background-image: url('/fly/bundles/cbsnewscore/images/chip-bgd/chip-bgd-moneywatch.jpg'); } By Matt Richardson Matt Richardson Sr. Managing Editor, Managing Your Money Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance. Read Full Bio Matt Richardson May 19, 2026 / 10:10 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Today's mortgage interest rates look much different from those that were listed just a few weeks ago.
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