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Macro EconomyMedium•10 November 2026•
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US Household Debt Hits $17.94 Trillion in Q3 2026

Key Facts

1Total US household debt increased by $147 billion to reach $17.94 trillion in the third quarter of 2026.
2Delinquency transition rates remained flat at 3.5% during the third quarter according to New York Fed data.

Total US household debt increased by $147 billion to reach a record $17.94 trillion in the third quarter of 2026. Seeking Alpha reported that this 0.8% rise was driven by growth across mortgage, auto, and credit card balances.

Delinquency transition rates remained flat at 3.5% during the third quarter according to New York Fed data. This stability suggests consumers are managing debt loads despite higher interest rates, as consumer price index (CPI) data released on November 10, 2026, showed a reading of 337.511.

The MBA 30-Year Mortgage Rate is scheduled for release on November 11, 2026, which will provide further insight into the borrowing costs contributing to debt levels. Additionally, Existing Home Sales data due on November 12, 2026, will clarify how current debt totals are impacting housing market activity.