US mortgage payments hit new peak: $2,894 monthly average

Hey everyone,

I just saw some crazy stats about mortgage payments in the US. It’s getting wild out there!

Did you know the average monthly mortgage payment is now $2,894? That’s a new record high. It’s gone up by:

  • 14% since last year
  • 23% since 2022
  • A whopping 78% since 2021

I’m wondering how this is affecting people in different parts of the country. Are you seeing similar increases where you live? How are folks managing these rising costs?

It seems like buying a house is getting tougher and tougher. What do you think this means for the housing market in the long run? Will we see more people renting instead of buying?

Let me know your thoughts and experiences. I’m really curious to hear what’s happening in your area!

These mortgage figures are truly eye-opening. In my area (Northeast), we’re seeing similar trends. I’ve been in the real estate business for over a decade, and this is unprecedented. Many of my clients are struggling to find affordable homes, especially first-time buyers. It’s not just the monthly payments; down payments and closing costs are hurdles too. I’m noticing a shift towards multi-generational living and more interest in fixer-uppers. Some folks are looking at smaller cities or rural areas for better deals. Long-term, I think we’ll see more innovative housing solutions and perhaps policy changes to address affordability. It’s a challenging market, but there are still opportunities if you know where to look.

Wow, those numbers are eye-opening! I’m curious, has anyone here managed to find creative solutions to deal with these rising costs? Like house hacking or moving to more affordable areas? It’d be interesting to hear some success stories amidst all this craziness in the housing market!

wow those numbers are insane! im in florida and its definitely tough here too. we’ve been looking to buy but keep getting priced out. feels like the american dream is slipping away tbh. anyone else feeling stuck renting? maybe we’ll see a crash soon and things’ll get better🤞