Mortgage Rates Are Rising: A State-by-State Analysis
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 16:00
Mortgage Rates on the Rise in 2024
A new map reveals which U.S. states have seen the sharpest increase in mortgage rates this year, driven by a combination of economic factors, including inflation and fluctuating real estate demand.
State Comparisons
- Colorado: The state with the largest average increase, at 4.9%, rising to 5.7% percent in Q2 2024.
- Missouri: The second highest, rising by 3.1% to reach an average rate of 6.3% percent.
- Louisiana: With an average increase of 2.7%, the rate now stands at 6.8% percent.
This trend raises questions about the housing market and its implications for the U.S. economy.
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