Arkansas Federal Credit Union Mortgage Rates, Fees & Info

Jacksonville, AR

LEI: 549300HIKKZQ0TVJWA08

Tax ID: 71-0292056

5 stars - Updated: 11/17/24 - out of 5 stars, based on 49 reviews

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Review & Overview

Arkansas Federal Credit Union is a smaller credit union specializing in Other and Home Purchase loans. Arkansas Federal Credit Union has a high proportion of conventional loans. Their top markets by origination volume include: Little Rock, Fayetteville, Hot Springs, Fort Smith, and Searcy among others. We have data for 26 markets. (Some data included below & more in-depth data is available with an active subscription.)

Arkansas Federal Credit Union has an average approval rate when compared to the average across all lenders. They have a below average pick rate when compared to similar lenders. Arkansas Federal Credit Union is typically an average fee lender. (We use the term "fees" to include things like closing costs and other costs incurred by borrowers-- whether they are paid out of pocket or rolled into the loan.) They typically have relatively high rates.

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SimulatedRates™

Mortgage Type
Simulated Rate Simulation Date
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) 6.27% 11/17/24
30 Year Conventional Purchase 6.85% 11/17/24
30 Year Conventional Refi 6.56% 11/17/24
30 Year Cash-out Refi 6.83% 11/17/24
30 Year VA Purchase 6.32% 11/17/24
30 Year VA Refi 6.13% 11/17/24
30 Year USDA Purchase 7.45% 11/17/24
15 Year Conventional Purchase 6.16% 11/17/24
15 Year Conventional Refi 6.02% 11/17/24
15 Year Cash-out Refi 6.02% 11/17/24
These are simulated rates generated by our proprietary machine learning models. These are not guaranteed by the bank. They are our estimates based on a lender's past behaviors combined with current market conditions. Contact an individual lender for their actual rates. Our models use fixed rate terms for conforming loans, 700+ FICO, 10% down for FHA and 20% for conventional. These are based on consensus, historical data-- not advertised promotional rates.

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Originations

2,420

Origination Dollar Volume (All Markets)

$258,680,000
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Relative Rate

Arkansas Federal Credit Union's average 30 year fixed mortgage rate was 6.37%.

The 2023 average 30 year fixed rate mortgage across all markets and lenders was 6.48%.

This yields a difference of -0.11%.

Relative Fees (Closing Costs)

Arkansas Federal Credit Union's average total fees/closing costs for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage were $4,785.

The average total origination fees for 30 year fixed rate mortgages across all lenders (for all loan values, including both points & up-front fees in addition to origination fees) were $9,089.

Top Markets

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Market Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
LITTLE ROCK-NORTH LITTLE ROCK-CONWAY, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 1,535 $159,255,000 $103,749 $1,968 8.19%
FAYETTEVILLE-SPRINGDALE-ROGERS, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 266 $44,160,000 $166,015 $1,682 8.25%
Outside of Metro Areas 159 $15,955,000 $100,346 $2,041 7.94%
HOT SPRINGS, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 96 $10,750,000 $111,979 $2,086 7.95%
FORT SMITH, AR-OK (FHA|USDA|VA) 118 $9,150,000 $77,542 $1,202 8.16%
Searcy, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 95 $6,985,000 $73,526 $1,152 8.40%
JONESBORO, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 34 $3,380,000 $99,412 $2,117 7.95%
Malvern, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 30 $2,410,000 $80,333 $1,815 7.93%
PINE BLUFF, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 14 $1,000,000 $71,429 $711 8.42%
Russellville, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 13 $945,000 $72,692 $455 8.84%
Batesville, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 13 $865,000 $66,538 $1,220 8.81%
ST. LOUIS, MO-IL (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $725,000 $725,000 $4,811 7.63%
Arkadelphia, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 10 $600,000 $60,000 $849 8.32%
TULSA, OK (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $485,000 $485,000 $8,806 6.50%
El Dorado, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 5 $375,000 $75,000 $1,685 7.88%
MEMPHIS, TN-MS-AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $300,000 $75,000 $1,444 7.97%
Camden, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 5 $245,000 $49,000 $717 7.60%
Helena-West Helena, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 3 $205,000 $68,333 $4,304 7.79%
Paragould, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $180,000 $45,000 $0 9.63%
Mountain Home, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $180,000 $45,000 $0 8.15%
Hope, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 4 $160,000 $40,000 $935 8.36%
Magnolia, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $155,000 $155,000 $5,297 7.50%
Harrison, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 2 $110,000 $55,000 $0 9.43%
Forrest City, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $75,000 $75,000 $0 8.25%
TEXARKANA, TX-AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $15,000 $15,000 $0 8.75%
Blytheville, AR (FHA|USDA|VA) 1 $15,000 $15,000 $0 7.75%
Arkansas Federal Credit Union's top markets include Little Rock, Fayetteville, Hot Springs, Fort Smith, and Searcy among others.

Their top states include:
  • Arkansas (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Oklahoma (FHA|USDA|VA)
  • Missouri (FHA|USDA|VA)
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    Product Mix

    Loan Type Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    Conventional 1,626 $187,050,000 $115,037 $1,739 8.08%
    HELOC 763 $62,545,000 $81,972 n/a 8.46%
    VA 31 $9,085,000 $293,065 $6,166 6.55%

    For 2023, Arkansas Federal Credit Union's most frequently originated type of loan was Conventional, with 1,626 originations. Their 2nd most popular type was HELOC, with 763 originations.

    Loan Reason

    Loan Reason Originations Total Value Avg. Loan Avg. Fees Avg. Rate
    Other 1,095 $60,435,000 $55,192 $0 8.74%
    Home Purchase 617 $121,645,000 $197,156 $4,800 7.22%
    Home Improvement 427 $26,295,000 $61,581 $13 8.57%
    Refi 208 $37,420,000 $179,904 $3,357 7.58%
    Cash Out Refi 73 $12,885,000 $176,507 $3,869 7.11%

    For 2023, Arkansas Federal Credit Union's most frequently cited loan purpose was Other, with 1,095 originations. The 2nd most popular reason was Home Purchase, with 617 originations.

    Loan Duration/Length

    Loan Length Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20 Year 1,027 $71,125,000 $69,255 $132 8.78%
    10 Year 431 $21,695,000 $50,336 $0 8.58%
    30 Year 407 $86,275,000 $211,978 $4,785 6.37%
    5 Year 273 $22,265,000 $81,557 $0 8.14%
    3 Year 102 $16,100,000 $157,843 $2,718 8.83%
    30+ year 65 $18,795,000 $289,154 $7,242 6.74%
    15 Year 64 $7,910,000 $123,594 $2,719 7.56%
    Other 42 $12,850,000 $305,952 $326 8.42%
    1 Year 9 $1,665,000 $185,000 $0 9.64%

    For 2023, Arkansas Federal Credit Union's most frequently cited loan duration was 20 Year, with 1,027 originations. The 2nd most popular length was 10 Year, with 431 originations.

    Origination Fees/Closing Costs

    Origination Fee/Closing Cost Originations Total Value Average Loan
    $<1k 958 $60,010,000 $62,641
    $2k-3k 170 $30,990,000 $182,294
    $1k-2k 147 $15,275,000 $103,912
    $3k-4k 79 $20,205,000 $255,759
    $5k+ 50 $22,820,000 $456,400
    $4k-5k 41 $12,745,000 $310,854

    Arkansas Federal Credit Union's average total fees were $4,785, while their most frequently occuring range of origination fees (closing costs) were in the $<1k bucket, with 958 originations.

    Interest Rates

    Loan Rate Originations Total Value Average Loan
    Over 8% 1,377 $101,345,000 $73,598
    7-8% 517 $58,255,000 $112,679
    6-7% 342 $67,250,000 $196,637
    5-6% 174 $30,580,000 $175,747
    4-5% 6 $1,020,000 $170,000
    3-4% 4 $230,000 $57,500

    During 2023, Arkansas Federal Credit Union's average interest rate for loans was 6.37%, while their most frequently originated rate bucket for loans was Over 8%, with 1,377 originations.

    Loan Sizing

    Loan Size Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $100,000 or less 1,632 $78,240,000 $47,941 $345 8.51%
    $100k-200k 485 $68,045,000 $140,299 $2,955 7.77%
    $200k-400k 239 $65,265,000 $273,075 $5,590 7.00%
    $400k-600k 49 $23,875,000 $487,245 $9,251 6.94%
    $600k-1MM 9 $6,865,000 $762,778 $10,142 7.42%
    $1MM+ 6 $16,390,000 $2,731,667 $13,465 7.83%

    2023 saw Arkansas Federal Credit Union place emphasis on $100,000 or less loans with 1,632 originations, totaling $78,240,000 in origination value.

    Applicant Income

    Applicant Income Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    $100k-150k 637 $65,325,000 $102,551 $1,812 8.29%
    $50k-75k 462 $32,750,000 $70,887 $1,519 8.04%
    $75k-100k 433 $34,995,000 $80,820 $1,575 8.16%
    $150k-250k 348 $48,200,000 $138,506 $2,660 8.30%
    $50k or less 254 $13,640,000 $53,701 $1,269 7.78%
    $250k+ 92 $21,740,000 $236,304 $3,905 8.12%

    Arkansas Federal Credit Union lent most frequently to those with incomes in the $100k-150k range, with 637 originations. The second most popular income band? $50k-75k, with 462 originations.

    Applicant Debt to Income Ratio

    DTI Ratio Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20-30% 566 $55,610,000 $98,251 $2,049 7.89%
    30-36% 407 $40,415,000 $99,300 $2,101 8.16%
    <20% 213 $19,405,000 $91,103 $1,725 7.63%
    50-60% 148 $10,870,000 $73,446 $323 8.69%
    37% 78 $7,650,000 $98,077 $1,706 8.13%
    40% 78 $9,760,000 $125,128 $2,685 8.13%
    44% 74 $6,920,000 $93,514 $1,524 8.50%
    42% 72 $7,370,000 $102,361 $1,718 8.37%
    39% 70 $6,500,000 $92,857 $1,552 8.29%
    41% 68 $6,950,000 $102,206 $2,099 8.18%
    38% 66 $7,100,000 $107,576 $1,969 8.46%
    43% 62 $5,870,000 $94,677 $1,541 8.49%
    36% 61 $5,015,000 $82,213 $1,318 8.71%
    48% 60 $6,200,000 $103,333 $1,688 8.35%
    46% 55 $5,855,000 $106,455 $2,103 8.24%
    49% 52 $4,520,000 $86,923 $763 8.56%
    45% 49 $4,495,000 $91,735 $2,264 8.31%
    47% 43 $4,765,000 $110,814 $2,443 8.26%
    >60% 3 $1,185,000 $395,000 $0 8.75%

    Arkansas Federal Credit Union lent most frequently to those with DTI ratios of 20-30%, with 566 originations. The next most common DTI ratio? 30-36%, with 407 originations.

    Ethnicity Mix

    Applicant Ethnicity Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    White 1,733 $169,165,000 $97,614 $1,823 8.15%
    Not applicable 194 $42,030,000 $216,649 $0 8.47%
    Not provided 191 $24,055,000 $125,942 $2,833 7.99%
    Black 246 $17,080,000 $69,431 $1,011 8.31%
    Asian 25 $3,845,000 $153,800 $3,713 7.67%
    American Indian 22 $1,570,000 $71,364 $987 8.31%
    Asian Indian 3 $325,000 $108,333 $0 9.00%
    Other Asian 1 $245,000 $245,000 $5,403 6.25%
    Native Hawaiian or Islander 2 $240,000 $120,000 $4,049 7.31%
    Filipino 1 $85,000 $85,000 $0 8.75%
    Other Pacific Islander 2 $40,000 $20,000 $0 8.88%

    Approval Rates

    Total approvals of all applications
    79.27%

    Arkansas Federal Credit Union has a below average approval rate.

    Pick Rate

    Approvals leading to origination
    72.52%

    Arkansas Federal Credit Union has a below average pick rate.

    Points and Fees

    Points Originations Total Value Average Loan
    NA 2,420 $258,680,000 $106,893

    Occupancy Type Mix

    Dwelling Type Originations Total Value Average Loan
    2,420 $258,680,000 $106,893

    LTV Distribution

    Loan to Value Originations Total Value Average Loan Average Fees Average Rate
    20-40% 576 $47,230,000 $81,997 $371 8.67%
    40-60% 212 $26,300,000 $124,057 $2,454 7.82%
    60-80% 334 $62,310,000 $186,557 $4,736 7.35%
    80-100% 323 $72,345,000 $223,978 $5,100 7.04%
    Over 100% 5 $11,775,000 $2,355,000 $14,745 6.70%
    Under 20% 970 $38,720,000 $39,918 $20 8.63%