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Here's how much you can expect to pay Explore all auto resources Arrow Right Bankrate SearchClose X Submit Search 1. Banking 2. CDs 3. Best CD rates Advertiser Disclosure Bankrate Promise BEST CD RATES FOR FEBRUARY 2024 (UP TO 5.51%) Written by Matthew Goldberg Written by Matthew GoldbergArrow Right Consumer banking reporter Matthew Goldberg is a consumer banking reporter at Bankrate. Matthew has been in financial services for more than a decade, in banking and insurance. * Connect with Matthew Goldberg on Twitter Twitter * Connect with Matthew Goldberg on LinkedIn Linkedin * Get in contact with Matthew Goldberg via Email Email Matthew Goldberg + 2 others Caret Down Edited by Marc Wojno Edited by Marc WojnoArrow Right Senior banking editor Marc Wojno is a seasoned and accomplished finance editor and writer with more than two decades of experience editing and writing across a variety of news platforms including newswires, newsletters, magazines and online news sites. Before joining Bankrate, Marc was Senior Editor at CNET Money and Senior Editor of Finance for ZDNet, both Red Ventures companies, where he wrote and edited news articles and features on a variety of topics including banking, blockchain, credit cards, cryptocurrency, fintech, home equity, investing and taxes. Marc Wojno Reviewed by Greg McBride, CFA Reviewed by Greg McBride, CFAArrow Right Chief financial analyst, Personal Finance Greg McBride, CFA, is the Chief Financial Analyst for Bankrate.com, leading a team responsible for researching financial products, providing analysis, and advice on personal finance to a vast consumer audience. * Connect with Greg McBride, CFA on Twitter Twitter * Get in contact with Greg McBride, CFA via Email Email About our review board Greg McBride, CFA Edited by Marc Wojno Edited by Marc WojnoArrow Right Senior banking editor Marc Wojno is a seasoned and accomplished finance editor and writer with more than two decades of experience editing and writing across a variety of news platforms including newswires, newsletters, magazines and online news sites. Before joining Bankrate, Marc was Senior Editor at CNET Money and Senior Editor of Finance for ZDNet, both Red Ventures companies, where he wrote and edited news articles and features on a variety of topics including banking, blockchain, credit cards, cryptocurrency, fintech, home equity, investing and taxes. Marc Wojno Reviewed by Greg McBride, CFA Reviewed by Greg McBride, CFAArrow Right Chief financial analyst, Personal Finance Greg McBride, CFA, is the Chief Financial Analyst for Bankrate.com, leading a team responsible for researching financial products, providing analysis, and advice on personal finance to a vast consumer audience. * Connect with Greg McBride, CFA on Twitter Twitter * Get in contact with Greg McBride, CFA via Email Email About our review board Greg McBride, CFA Updated February 07, 2024 Certificates of deposit (CDs) can be an ideal account to allocate some of your savings, especially if you’re looking for a fixed APY. Read more Bankrate’s list of top-yielding CD rates are much higher than today's national average yield of 1.74 percent for a one-year CD. Bankrate provides you with timely news and rate information on top yielding CDs for some of the most popular, and largest, FDIC-insured banks and NCUA-insured credit unions. This way you don’t have to spend time searching many bank and credit union websites. Since 1976, Bankrate has been a trusted source of banking information to help you make well-informed decisions on your finances. Show Less Page preview: Table of contents Top rates Advertiser Disclosure Bankrate Promise Show me: The following accounts can be found at most banks and credit unions. They’re federally insured for up to $250,000 and offer a safe place to put your money while earning interest. CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT (CD) CDs are best for individuals looking for a guaranteed rate of return that’s typically higher than a savings account. In exchange for a higher rate, funds are tied up for a set period of time and early withdrawal penalties may apply. CHECKING ACCOUNT Checking accounts are best for individuals who want to keep their money safe while still having easy, day-to-day access to their funds. ATM and other transactional fees may apply. SAVINGS / MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS (MMA) Savings and MMAs are good options for individuals looking to save for shorter-term goals. They’re a safe way to separate your savings from everyday cash, but may require larger minimum balances and have transfer limitations. CDsCheckingSavings & MMAs Zip code Deposit amount Filters Current 1 year CD trends Bankrate Partner average 5.03% APY National average 1.74% APY The "Bankrate Partner average" is calculated from the average of the top savings account offers from the institutions we track, included on this page as of 2/7/2024. "National average" is determined by Bankrate's comprehensive national survey of savings accounts and CDs. CDs CD rates CD IRA rates No penalty CD rates Min. term lengthSelect...1 month6 months1 year1.5 years2 years Max. term lengthSelect...1 month6 months1 year1.5 years2 years3 years4 years5 years5+ years Reset ADDITIONAL OFFERS The associated rates listed below were last reviewed between 1/29 and 2/4 by Bankrate's editorial staff. Each week, Bankrate's editorial staff surveys hundreds of banks to determine their best rates. Based on the cadence of our review, the actual rates listed may differ from the rates surveyed by our staff. Contact the bank to receive the most current rates. CD CIBC Bank USA Member FDIC 4.5 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.5/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.51 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 1,000 Term 1 yr Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/6/2024 Minimum deposit $1,000.00 EXPERT TAKE: CIBC Bank USA offers five online-only Agility CDs that earn competitive yields, and depositing $25,000 or more results in a slightly higher yield. The bank also offers a jumbo CD that requires a $100,000 minimum deposit, as well as an IRA CD. Read full review Pros * CIBC Bank USA pays competitive yields on its CDs. * Jumbo CDs and an IRA CD are offered. Cons * To get the highest yield on Agility CDs, you’ll need to deposit at least $25,000. * The number of available CD terms is limited. CollapseHide details CD BMO Alto Member FDIC 4.7 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.7/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.50 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 0 Term 6 mo Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/7/2024 Minimum deposit $0.00 EXPERT TAKE: BMO Alto offers CD terms between 6 months and 5 years, all of which earn competitive yields. The online-only bank doesn’t have a minimum balance requirement. But you will need to fund your CD within 10 days after opening it. Read full review Pros * BMO Alto CDs have highly competitive yields. * You won’t need to make a minimum opening deposit. * Available CD terms range from six months to five years. * BMO Alto CDs are available nationwide. Cons * You can’t withdraw your money from a BMO Alto CD until 15 days after your opening deposit. (BMO Harris’ brick-and-mortar CDs have an 11 business day policy on this, according to BMO Harris.) * BMO Alto doesn’t offer a no-penalty CD. * The early withdrawal penalty for CDs up to a year is on the steep side. CollapseHide details CD America First FCU Insured by NCUA 5.0 BANKRATE CD RATING = 5/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.50 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 500 Term 3 mo Read review View details Offer details CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/6/2024 Minimum deposit $500.00 CollapseHide details CD Marcus by Goldman Sachs Member FDIC 4.9 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.9/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.40 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 500 Term 14 mo With decades of experience, J.D. Power is a global market research company within the automotive, financial and health industry. Their annual surveys produce scores that serve as a qualitative tool in assessing customer satisfaction of various deposit accounts and banks. 736/1000 With decades of experience, J.D. Power is a global market research company within the automotive, financial and health industry. Their annual surveys produce scores that serve as a qualitative tool in assessing customer satisfaction of various deposit accounts and banks. Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/7/2024 Minimum deposit $500.00 EXPERT TAKE: Marcus by Goldman Sachs offers nearly every term and type of CD that most savers would want along with competitive rates. Marcus also offers a 10-day rate guarantee if the rate changes after opening the CD. Read full review Pros * Marcus by Goldman Sachs consistently offers competitive yields. * Marcus offers a variety of CD terms, so you can easily build a CD ladder at this bank. * An account can be opened with as little as $500. * Offers three terms of no-penalty CDs. Cons * Some banks have lower minimum deposit requirements. * Partial withdrawals are not allowed from the no-penalty CDs CollapseHide details CD Popular Direct Member FDIC 4.0 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.37 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 10,000 Term 1 yr Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/6/2024 Minimum deposit $10,000.00 EXPERT TAKE: Popular Direct offers a solid array of CD terms with high yields, ranging from three months to five years. However, the $10,000 minimum deposit required to open one is prohibitively high. Read full review Pros * Available CDs earn very high yields. * Popular Direct offers terms shorter than a year. Cons * The minimum deposit required to open a CD is extremely steep. * All CDs are standard; Popular Direct doesn’t offer bump-up or no-penalty CDs. * A harsh early withdrawal penalty applies for CD terms longer than one year. CollapseHide details CD BrioDirect Member FDIC 4.9 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.9/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.35 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 500 Term 1 yr Read review View details Offer details CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/6/2024 Minimum deposit $500.00 CollapseHide details CD First Internet Bank of Indiana Member FDIC 4.6 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.6/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.35 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 1,000 Term 1 yr Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/6/2024 Minimum deposit $1,000.00 EXPERT TAKE: First Internet Bank of Indiana is an online bank that serves all 50 states. It offers eight CD terms that range from three months to five years, all of which pay highly competitive rates. CDs require a minimum opening deposit of $1,000, which is lower than what some other banks require but could still be too high for some customers. Read full review Pros * First Internet Bank of Indiana CDs pay top-notch rates. * A wide range of CD terms are offered. Cons * Lower minimum opening deposits can be found elsewhere. * No specialty CD options are offered. CollapseHide details CD EverBank Member FDIC 4.6 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.6/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.35 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 1,000 Term 9 mo Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/7/2024 Minimum deposit $1,000.00 EXPERT TAKE: TIAA Bank is now EverBank. The bank has CD terms ranging from three months to five years. Its CDs require a $1,000 minimum opening deposit. Read full review Pros * EverBank offers competitive yields on its CDs. Cons * Some banks have lower minimum opening deposit requirements. * No IRA CDs are offered. CollapseHide details CD Barclays Member FDIC 4.8 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.8/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.30 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 0 Term 1 yr With decades of experience, J.D. Power is a global market research company within the automotive, financial and health industry. Their annual surveys produce scores that serve as a qualitative tool in assessing customer satisfaction of various deposit accounts and banks. 684/1000 With decades of experience, J.D. Power is a global market research company within the automotive, financial and health industry. Their annual surveys produce scores that serve as a qualitative tool in assessing customer satisfaction of various deposit accounts and banks. Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/7/2024 Minimum deposit $0.00 EXPERT TAKE: Barclays offers competitive yields on many of its CDs and doesn’t require a minimum opening deposit. But you’ll have to deposit some money within 14 days of opening the CD to maintain the account. Read full review Pros * Barclays doesn’t have a minimum deposit requirement. * Barclays offers a competitive yield. * Interest on Barclays CDs compounds daily. * Offers a 14-day grace period in which funds can be withdrawn from the CD without penalties. Cons * Barclays doesn’t have competitive yields on CDs with terms under a year. * The bank does not offer any special CDs, such as bump-up or step-up CDs. CollapseHide details CD BMO Alto Member FDIC 4.7 BANKRATE CD RATING = 4.7/5 Bankrate scores are objectively determined by our editorial team. Annual percentage yields (APYs) and minimum deposits are some of the things that make up Bankrate’s score. APY APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. 5.30 % APY, or annual percentage yield, is the yearly return on a bank or investment account. APY includes the effects of compounding interest. Min. deposit $ 0 Term 1 yr Read review View details Offer details * Details * Bankrate's view CD ACCOUNT DETAILS Offer valid as of 2/7/2024 Minimum deposit $0.00 EXPERT TAKE: BMO Alto offers CD terms between 6 months and 5 years, all of which earn competitive yields. The online-only bank doesn’t have a minimum balance requirement. But you will need to fund your CD within 10 days after opening it. Read full review Pros * BMO Alto CDs have highly competitive yields. * You won’t need to make a minimum opening deposit. * Available CD terms range from six months to five years. * BMO Alto CDs are available nationwide. Cons * You can’t withdraw your money from a BMO Alto CD until 15 days after your opening deposit. (BMO Harris’ brick-and-mortar CDs have an 11 business day policy on this, according to BMO Harris.) * BMO Alto doesn’t offer a no-penalty CD. * The early withdrawal penalty for CDs up to a year is on the steep side. CollapseHide details ESTIMATE YOUR EARNINGS IN SECONDS Initial Deposit Monthly contribution Investment period APY Interest earned$0 Total contributions$0 Initial deposit$10,000 Total savings$0 That's $0 better than the national average Show more On This Page * Best CD rates from top banks * Recent news on CD rates * Current promotional CD rates * Compare top CD rates today by term * How to choose the best CD for you * How does a certificate of deposit work? * Pros and cons of CDs * Alternatives to CDs * How to build a CD ladder * CD FAQs * Research methodology On This Page Jump to Menu List BEST CD RATES FROM TOP BANKS FOR FEBRUARY 2024 Note: Annual percentage yields (APYs) shown are as of Feb. 7, 2024. Bankrate's editorial team validates this information regularly, typically biweekly. APYs may have changed since they were last updated and may vary by region for some products. Bankrate includes only FDIC banks or NCUA credit unions in its listings. AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION Rating: 5 stars out of 5 5.0 OVERVIEW America First Credit Union offers a wide range of CD terms between three and 60 months, and all earn rates that are highly competitive. Also offered are specialty CDs such as a bump-rate CD and a flexible CD. All CDs require a manageable minimum opening deposit. Read Bankrate's Expert America First Credit Union Review Invest Rate 4.20% – 5.50% APY Loan $500 minimum deposit Calendar 3 months - 5 years * CURRENT AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 5.50% APY $500 6 months 5.30% APY $500 9 months 5.30% APY $500 1 year 5.15% APY $500 18 months 4.50% APY $500 2 years 4.50% APY $500 30 months 4.20% APY $500 3 years 4.35% APY $500 4 years 4.20% APY $500 5 years 4.20% APY $500 Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 5.50% APY $500 6 months 5.30% APY $500 9 months 5.30% APY $500 1 year 5.15% APY $500 18 months 4.50% APY $500 2 years 4.50% APY $500 30 months 4.20% APY $500 3 years 4.35% APY $500 4 years 4.20% APY $500 5 years 4.20% APY $500 * RATE HISTORY FOR AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down We appreciate your patience as we continue to collect rates information for America First Credit Union. Check back again soon. America First Credit Union APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 30 months 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. America First Credit Union APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 30 months 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info AMERICA FIRST CREDIT UNION CD RATES Term length 3 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 30 months 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info America First Credit Union APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * CD rates from America First are highly competitive. Specialty CDs are available, including a bump-up option. Both the standard and specialty CDs require low minimum deposits. * CD rates from America First are highly competitive. Specialty CDs are available, including a bump-up option. Both the standard and specialty CDs require low minimum deposits. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * The bump-rate CD cannot be opened online. * The bump-rate CD cannot be opened online. MARCUS BY GOLDMAN SACHS Rating: 4.9 stars out of 5 4.9 OVERVIEW Marcus by Goldman Sachs offers a competitive yield on its CDs. It offers a variety of CD terms and CD types. Its regular CD terms range from a six-month CD to a six-year CD. In addition to its nine terms of regular CDs, it also offers three no-penalty CDs and a rate-bump CD. All of these CDs have a $500 minimum deposit requirement. Read Bankrate's Expert Marcus by Goldman Sachs Review Invest Rate 4.10% – 5.40% APY Loan $500 minimum deposit Calendar 6 months - 5 years * CURRENT MARCUS BY GOLDMAN SACHS CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 5.15% APY $500 9 months 5.20% APY $500 1 year 5.25% APY $500 14 months 5.40% APY $500 18 months 5.00% APY $500 2 years 4.40% APY $500 3 years 4.30% APY $500 4 years 4.20% APY $500 5 years 4.10% APY $500 6 years 4.00% APY $500 Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 5.15% APY $500 9 months 5.20% APY $500 1 year 5.25% APY $500 14 months 5.40% APY $500 18 months 5.00% APY $500 2 years 4.40% APY $500 3 years 4.30% APY $500 4 years 4.20% APY $500 5 years 4.10% APY $500 6 years 4.00% APY $500 * RATE HISTORY FOR MARCUS BY GOLDMAN SACHS'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Marcus by Goldman Sachs APY APY Info National average APY Created with Highcharts 9.3.3Apr 2023Jul 2023Oct 2023Jan 20240.00%1.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00% Term length 6 months 9 months 1 year 3 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Marcus by Goldman Sachs APY APY Info National average APY Term length 6 months 9 months 1 year 14 months 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info MARCUS BY GOLDMAN SACHS CD RATES Term length 6 months 9 months 1 year 14 months 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 years Caret Down Date Info Marcus by Goldman Sachs APY APY Info National average APY Info 01/24/2024 4.00% -- 10/17/2023 4.00% -- * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * Ever since rates have been increasing, Marcus by Goldman Sachs has been one of the banks consistently increasing its yields to be competitive. * Ever since rates have been increasing, Marcus by Goldman Sachs has been one of the banks consistently increasing its yields to be competitive. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Some banks don’t require a minimum deposit. So if you don’t have at least $500 available to deposit into a CD, you’ll have to look elsewhere. * Some banks don’t require a minimum deposit. So if you don’t have at least $500 available to deposit into a CD, you’ll have to look elsewhere. POPULAR DIRECT Rating: 4 stars out of 5 4.0 OVERVIEW Popular Direct is an online bank and a subsidiary of Popular Inc., a more than 120-year-old financial services company. Popular Direct was previously known as Banco Popular North America. Popular Direct offers CDs in eight terms ranging from three months to five years. With a $10,000 minimum deposit to open, these CDs are geared toward serious savers. Interest compounds daily. Popular Direct doesn’t offer specialty CDs, such as bump-up or no-penalty CDs. It does offer a savings account with a competitive rate. Read Bankrate's Expert Popular Direct Review Invest Rate 4.45% – 5.37% APY Loan $10,000 minimum deposit Calendar 3 months - 5 years * CURRENT POPULAR DIRECT CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 5.00% APY $10,000 6 months 5.15% APY $10,000 1 year 5.37% APY $10,000 18 months 5.06% APY $10,000 2 years 4.80% APY $10,000 3 years 4.55% APY $10,000 4 years 4.45% APY $10,000 5 years 4.45% APY $10,000 Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 5.00% APY $10,000 6 months 5.15% APY $10,000 1 year 5.37% APY $10,000 18 months 5.06% APY $10,000 2 years 4.80% APY $10,000 3 years 4.55% APY $10,000 4 years 4.45% APY $10,000 5 years 4.45% APY $10,000 * RATE HISTORY FOR POPULAR DIRECT'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down We appreciate your patience as we continue to collect rates information for Popular Direct. Check back again soon. Popular Direct APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Popular Direct APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info POPULAR DIRECT CD RATES Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info Popular Direct APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down Popular Direct consistently offers competitive rates across their CDs and savings accounts. Popular Direct consistently offers competitive rates across their CDs and savings accounts. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down Popular Direct has a $10,000 minimum deposit to open. They also don't offer specialty CDs like bump-up or no-penalty CDs. Popular Direct has a $10,000 minimum deposit to open. They also don't offer specialty CDs like bump-up or no-penalty CDs. FIRST INTERNET BANK OF INDIANA Rating: 4.6 stars out of 5 4.6 OVERVIEW First Internet Bank of Indiana is an online bank that serves all 50 states. It offers eight CD terms that range from three months to five years, all of which pay highly competitive rates. CDs require a minimum opening deposit of $1,000, which is lower than what some other banks require but could still be too high for some customers. Read Bankrate's Expert First Internet Bank of Indiana Review Invest Rate 4.18% – 5.35% APY Loan $1,000 minimum deposit Calendar 3 months - 5 years * CURRENT FIRST INTERNET BANK OF INDIANA CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 4.18% APY $1,000 6 months 5.22% APY $1,000 1 year 5.35% APY $1,000 18 months 5.07% APY $1,000 2 years 4.85% APY $1,000 3 years 4.75% APY $1,000 4 years 4.54% APY $1,000 5 years 4.59% APY $1,000 Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 4.18% APY $1,000 6 months 5.22% APY $1,000 1 year 5.35% APY $1,000 18 months 5.07% APY $1,000 2 years 4.85% APY $1,000 3 years 4.75% APY $1,000 4 years 4.54% APY $1,000 5 years 4.59% APY $1,000 * RATE HISTORY FOR FIRST INTERNET BANK OF INDIANA'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down We appreciate your patience as we continue to collect rates information for First Internet Bank of Indiana. Check back again soon. First Internet Bank of Indiana APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. First Internet Bank of Indiana APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info FIRST INTERNET BANK OF INDIANA CD RATES Term length 3 months 6 months 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info First Internet Bank of Indiana APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * First Internet Bank of Indiana CDs pay top-notch rates. A wide range of CD terms are offered. * First Internet Bank of Indiana CDs pay top-notch rates. A wide range of CD terms are offered. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Lower minimum opening deposits can be found elsewhere. No specialty CD options are offered. * Lower minimum opening deposits can be found elsewhere. No specialty CD options are offered. BREAD SAVINGS Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5 4.3 OVERVIEW Bread Savings is an online bank formerly known as Comenity Direct. Bread Savings offers five terms of CDs. They range from a one-year CD to a five-year CD. Read Bankrate's Expert Bread Savings Review Invest Rate 4.15% – 5.35% APY Loan $1,500 minimum deposit Calendar 1 year - 5 years * CURRENT BREAD SAVINGS CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.35% APY $1,500 2 years 4.65% APY $1,500 3 years 4.25% APY $1,500 4 years 4.15% APY $1,500 5 years 4.15% APY $1,500 Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.35% APY $1,500 2 years 4.65% APY $1,500 3 years 4.25% APY $1,500 4 years 4.15% APY $1,500 5 years 4.15% APY $1,500 * RATE HISTORY FOR BREAD SAVINGS'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Bread Savings APY APY Info National average APY Created with Highcharts 9.3.3Apr 2023Jul 2023Oct 2023Jan 20241.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00% Term length 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Bread Savings APY APY Info National average APY Term length 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info BREAD SAVINGS CD RATES Term length 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info Bread Savings APY APY Info National average APY Info 01/19/2024 4.15% 1.43% 12/08/2023 4.25% 1.43% 11/29/2023 4.50% 1.45% 10/26/2023 4.75% 1.46% 09/27/2023 4.65% 1.43% 08/30/2023 4.50% 1.38% 07/10/2023 4.35% 1.35% * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * Bread Savings has been known to pay top-tier yields on its CDs. It offers terms that should help most people with their savings goals. * Bread Savings has been known to pay top-tier yields on its CDs. It offers terms that should help most people with their savings goals. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Bread Savings has a higher minimum deposit requirement than some other online banks. * Bread Savings has a higher minimum deposit requirement than some other online banks. BARCLAYS BANK Rating: 4.8 stars out of 5 4.8 OVERVIEW Barclays is an online bank popular for its credit cards, but it also offers CDs and an online savings account. Barclays offers nine terms of CDs ranging from three months to five years. Read Bankrate's Expert Barclays Bank Review Invest Rate 4.15% – 5.30% APY Loan $0 minimum deposit Calendar 1 year - 5 years * CURRENT BARCLAYS BANK CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.30% APY $0 18 months 4.80% APY $0 2 years 4.40% APY $0 3 years 4.30% APY $0 4 years 4.20% APY $0 5 years 4.15% APY $0 Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.30% APY $0 18 months 4.80% APY $0 2 years 4.40% APY $0 3 years 4.30% APY $0 4 years 4.20% APY $0 5 years 4.15% APY $0 * RATE HISTORY FOR BARCLAYS BANK'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Barclays Bank APY APY Info National average APY Created with Highcharts 9.3.3Apr 2023Jul 2023Oct 2023Jan 20241.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00% Term length 1 year 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Barclays Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info BARCLAYS BANK CD RATES Term length 1 year 18 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info Barclays Bank APY APY Info National average APY Info 12/22/2023 4.15% 1.43% 07/17/2023 4.50% 1.35% 07/10/2023 4.50% 1.35% 07/01/2023 4.35% 1.35% 06/16/2023 4.35% 1.33% 06/01/2023 4.20% 1.33% * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * Barclays offers competitive yields on most of its CD terms. Also, the bank doesn’t require a minimum opening deposit. * Barclays offers competitive yields on most of its CD terms. Also, the bank doesn’t require a minimum opening deposit. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Barclays, like many other online-based banks, isn't a full-service banking institution. It doesn't have a checking account, ATM network, mobile app or branch locations. The bank’s yields on CDs with a term of less than a year weren’t competitive at the time of Bankrate’s review. * Barclays, like many other online-based banks, isn't a full-service banking institution. It doesn't have a checking account, ATM network, mobile app or branch locations. The bank’s yields on CDs with a term of less than a year weren’t competitive at the time of Bankrate’s review. CFG COMMUNITY BANK Rating: 4.3 stars out of 5 4.3 OVERVIEW CFG Bank is a regional bank that maintains branches in Maryland, although some of its accounts can be opened online. CFG offers four terms of CDs, all of which pay top-notch rates. What’s more, they require a comparatively low minimum deposit of $500. Read Bankrate's Expert CFG Community Bank Review Invest Rate 4.05% – 5.25% APY Loan $500 minimum deposit Calendar 1 year - 5 years * CURRENT CFG COMMUNITY BANK CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.25% APY $500 18 months 4.95% APY $500 3 years 4.35% APY $500 5 years 4.05% APY $500 Term APY Min. deposit 1 year 5.25% APY $500 18 months 4.95% APY $500 3 years 4.35% APY $500 5 years 4.05% APY $500 * RATE HISTORY FOR CFG COMMUNITY BANK'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down We appreciate your patience as we continue to collect rates information for CFG Community Bank. Check back again soon. CFG Community Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 1 year 18 months 3 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. CFG Community Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 1 year 18 months 3 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info CFG COMMUNITY BANK CD RATES Term length 1 year 18 months 3 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info CFG Community Bank APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * CFG Bank’s CD interest rates are highly competitive. * The minimum opening deposit for CDs is manageable. * CFG Bank’s CD interest rates are highly competitive. * The minimum opening deposit for CDs is manageable. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Only four terms of CDs are offered. * No specialty CD options are available. * Only four terms of CDs are offered. * No specialty CD options are available. SALLIE MAE BANK Rating: 4.4 stars out of 5 4.4 OVERVIEW Sallie Mae Bank offers 11 terms of CDs, a savings account, money market account, credit cards and private student loans. It offers a competitive yield on its deposit products. Established in 2005, Sallie Mae Bank is headquartered in Salt Lake City. In 2014, Sallie Mae became a stand-alone consumer banking business. Read Bankrate's Expert Sallie Mae Bank Review Invest Rate 4.00% – 5.25% APY Loan $2,500 minimum deposit Calendar 6 months - 5 years * CURRENT SALLIE MAE BANK CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 5.10% APY $2,500 9 months 5.15% APY $2,500 11 months 5.20% APY $2,500 1 year 5.25% APY $2,500 13 months 5.25% APY $2,500 15 months 5.00% APY $2,500 18 months 4.90% APY $2,500 2 years 4.50% APY $2,500 30 months 4.00% APY $2,500 3 years 4.00% APY $2,500 5 years 4.00% APY $2,500 Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 5.10% APY $2,500 9 months 5.15% APY $2,500 11 months 5.20% APY $2,500 1 year 5.25% APY $2,500 13 months 5.25% APY $2,500 15 months 5.00% APY $2,500 18 months 4.90% APY $2,500 2 years 4.50% APY $2,500 30 months 4.00% APY $2,500 3 years 4.00% APY $2,500 5 years 4.00% APY $2,500 * RATE HISTORY FOR SALLIE MAE BANK'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Sallie Mae Bank APY APY Info National average APY Created with Highcharts 9.3.3Apr 2023Jul 2023Oct 2023Jan 20240.00%1.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00% Term length 6 months 9 months 1 year 18 months Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Sallie Mae Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 6 months 9 months 11 months 1 year 13 months 15 months 18 months 2 years 30 months 3 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info SALLIE MAE BANK CD RATES Term length 6 months 9 months 11 months 1 year 13 months 15 months 18 months 2 years 30 months 3 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info Sallie Mae Bank APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down Sallie Mae offers a variety of terms. The bank’s yields are competitive and much higher than average. Sallie Mae offers a variety of terms. The bank’s yields are competitive and much higher than average. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down Lower minimum deposit requirements can be found at other banks. Specialty CDs, like CDs that allow for rate bumps, aren’t offered. Lower minimum deposit requirements can be found at other banks. Specialty CDs, like CDs that allow for rate bumps, aren’t offered. LIMELIGHT BANK Rating: 3.9 stars out of 5 3.9 OVERVIEW Four terms of CDs are offered from Limelight Bank ranging from six months to three years, although no terms are available to match customers’ long-term savings needs. Limelight’s four CDs earn either high rates or ones well above national averages. The minimum $1,000 deposit required is less than many banks impose, although some savers may find it to be too steep. Read Bankrate's Expert Limelight Bank Review Invest Rate 4.05% – 5.20% APY Loan $1,000 minimum deposit Calendar 6 months - 3 years * CURRENT LIMELIGHT BANK CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 4.50% APY $1,000 1 year 5.20% APY $1,000 18 months 4.90% APY $1,000 3 years 4.05% APY $1,000 Term APY Min. deposit 6 months 4.50% APY $1,000 1 year 5.20% APY $1,000 18 months 4.90% APY $1,000 3 years 4.05% APY $1,000 * RATE HISTORY FOR LIMELIGHT BANK'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down We appreciate your patience as we continue to collect rates information for Limelight Bank. Check back again soon. Limelight Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 6 months 1 year 18 months 3 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Limelight Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 6 months 1 year 18 months 3 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info LIMELIGHT BANK CD RATES Term length 6 months 1 year 18 months 3 years Caret Down Date Info Limelight Bank APY APY Info National average APY Info * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * Limelight Bank’s CDs earn yields that are either competitive or higher than national averages. Deposits at Limelight help fund solar projects that reduce carbon footprints, according to the bank’s website. * Limelight Bank’s CDs earn yields that are either competitive or higher than national averages. Deposits at Limelight help fund solar projects that reduce carbon footprints, according to the bank’s website. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Limelight Bank doesn’t offer any long-term CDs. CDs with lower minimum deposit requirements can be found elsewhere. * Limelight Bank doesn’t offer any long-term CDs. CDs with lower minimum deposit requirements can be found elsewhere. SYNCHRONY BANK Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5 4.5 OVERVIEW Synchrony Bank offers many regular CDs ranging from three months to five years. It also added a no-penalty CD and a bump-up CD earlier this year. Synchrony Bank also offers IRA CDs. Read Bankrate's Expert Synchrony Bank Review Invest Rate 4.00% – 5.15% APY Loan $0 minimum deposit Calendar 6 months - 5 years * CURRENT SYNCHRONY BANK CD RATES Caret Down Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 2.25% APY $0 6 months 4.80% APY $0 9 months 5.15% APY $0 1 year 5.00% APY $0 13 months 5.00% APY $0 14 months 5.00% APY $0 15 months 5.20% APY $0 16 months 5.00% APY $0 18 months 4.50% APY $0 19 months 4.50% APY $0 2 years 4.20% APY $0 3 years 4.15% APY $0 4 years 4.00% APY $0 5 years 4.00% APY $0 Term APY Min. deposit 3 months 2.25% APY $0 6 months 4.80% APY $0 9 months 5.15% APY $0 1 year 5.00% APY $0 13 months 5.00% APY $0 14 months 5.00% APY $0 15 months 5.20% APY $0 16 months 5.00% APY $0 18 months 4.50% APY $0 19 months 4.50% APY $0 2 years 4.20% APY $0 3 years 4.15% APY $0 4 years 4.00% APY $0 5 years 4.00% APY $0 * RATE HISTORY FOR SYNCHRONY BANK'S CD ACCOUNTS Caret Down See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Synchrony Bank APY APY Info National average APY Created with Highcharts 9.3.3Apr 2023Jul 2023Oct 2023Jan 20240.00%1.00%2.00%3.00%4.00%5.00%6.00% Term length 6 months 9 months 1 year 13 months 14 months 15 months 19 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info See how rates for this account have changed over time. Select the CD term length from the dropdown and interact with the trend lines to view APY by date. Synchrony Bank APY APY Info National average APY Term length 3 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 13 months 14 months 15 months 16 months 18 months 19 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down See table view How do we get this data? Info SYNCHRONY BANK CD RATES Term length 3 months 6 months 9 months 1 year 13 months 14 months 15 months 16 months 18 months 19 months 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years Caret Down Date Info Synchrony Bank APY APY Info National average APY Info 01/22/2024 4.00% 1.43% 12/19/2023 4.00% 1.43% 11/27/2023 4.00% 1.45% 10/26/2023 4.00% 1.46% 10/16/2023 4.00% 1.46% 08/22/2023 4.00% 1.38% 08/01/2023 4.00% 1.38% 06/29/2023 4.00% 1.33% 06/16/2023 4.00% 1.33% 05/02/2023 4.00% 1.30% 04/21/2023 4.00% 1.29% 04/20/2023 4.30% 1.29% 04/12/2023 4.00% 1.29% 04/06/2023 4.30% 1.29% 02/09/2023 4.30% 1.23% * WHY WE CHOSE IT Caret Down * Synchrony Bank offers many terms of CDs. It offers a competitive yield, and it doesn’t require a minimum opening deposit. * Synchrony Bank offers many terms of CDs. It offers a competitive yield, and it doesn’t require a minimum opening deposit. * WHAT TO WATCH FOR Caret Down * Partial withdrawals on the no-penalty CD are not allowed. * Partial withdrawals on the no-penalty CD are not allowed. RECENT NEWS ON CD RATES At its last meeting on Dec. 13, the Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady and projected there could be multiple rate cuts in 2024. The Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee kept its key benchmark, the federal funds rate (which determines how much banks borrow and lend their reserves to each other overnight), at a target range of 5.25 to 5.5 percent. Although it’s a bad time to borrow money at these rates, it’s a great time to save as interest rates on savings accounts are at their highest in 22 years. And even though rates remain steady, now is still a good time to consider long-term CDs after the Fed raised rates 11 times since March 2022. The Fed’s next scheduled announcement regarding interest rates is Jan. 31. > CD yields have peaked. Whether your time horizon is measured in months or > years, think about locking in current CD yields. — Greg McBride, CFA | > Bankrate chief financial analyst WHERE ARE CD RATES HEADED IN 2024? CDs are likely to maintain their current levels in January 2024. But CD rates could decrease if the Fed indicates it will start lowering interest rates. Currently, shorter-term CDs – with terms of six months to 18 months – generally have higher yields than longer-term CDs. But those longer-term CD yields could be peaking soon, if they haven’t already. So locking one in now could be a good decision for long-term money that you want to keep safe in an FDIC-insured bank. However, most CDs have significant early withdrawal penalties, so consider these when deciding on an account and term. NATIONAL AVERAGE INTEREST RATES FOR CDS The national average of CD interest rates suggests that shorter term CDs have higher yields than longer-term CDs. With the Fed having raised rates 11 times since March 2022, what goes up might eventually come down. So, getting a long-term CD now could make sense if the Fed lowers rates in the future. Researching average interest rates provides insight into the CD rate environment and can help in finding a CD with a yield that's much higher than average. Here are the current average rates as of Feb. 7, 2024, according to Bankrate's most recent survey of institutions: CD term CD national average APY 1 year 1.74% 2 year 1.51% 3 year 1.41% 4 year 1.48% 5 year 1.43% CD term CD national average APY * HOW BANKRATE CALCULATES THE NATIONAL AVERAGE Caret Down Bankrate calculates and reports the national average APYs for various CD terms. Factored into national average rates are the competitive APYs commonly offered by online banks, along with the very low rates often found at large brick-and-mortar banks. In June 2023, Bankrate updated its methodology that determines the national average CD rates. For the process, more than 500 banks and credit unions are now surveyed each week to generate the national averages. Among these institutions are those that are broadly available and offer high yields, as well as some of the nation’s largest banks. Bankrate calculates and reports the national average APYs for various CD terms. Factored into national average rates are the competitive APYs commonly offered by online banks, along with the very low rates often found at large brick-and-mortar banks. In June 2023, Bankrate updated its methodology that determines the national average CD rates. For the process, more than 500 banks and credit unions are now surveyed each week to generate the national averages. Among these institutions are those that are broadly available and offer high yields, as well as some of the nation’s largest banks. CURRENT PROMOTIONAL CD RATES Some banks have promotional CD rates.There might be certain restrictions on these CDs. For instance, you might have to bring money from outside the bank to be eligible for this APY. Promotional CDs may renew at a different term and at a different APY. (That APY is likely to not be known when you purchase a promotional CD.) Even some of the largest banks might have some featured CD rates. Bank name CD product APY Available until* Ally Bank 14-month CD 5.00% APY March 20, 2024 PenFed Credit Union 15-month CD 4.80% APY N/A Wells Fargo 7-month CD 4.75% APY N/A U.S. Bank 9-month CD 5.00% APY N/A Bank name CD product APY Available until* *It’s possible for these offers to end sooner. These promotional CDs might not be available in certain areas. APYs for some products may vary by region. The promotional offers are as of Jan. 29, 2024. COMPARE TOP CD RATES TODAY BY TERM When you open a CD, selecting a term is an important step. The term is the length of time that the money stays stashed in the account. For example, opening a CD with a one-year term means you’re making a commitment to the bank that you’ll keep your money in the account for one year. Here’s where you’ll find some of the top yielding CDs by term. 3-month rates 6-month rates 1-year rates 3-year rates 5-year rates Caret Down * 3-month rates * 6-month rates * 1-year rates * 3-year rates * 5-year rates Institution APY Min. deposit America First Credit Union 5.50% APY $500 Popular Direct 5.00% APY $10,000 Wells Fargo 4.50% APY $2,500 Institution APY Min. deposit America First Credit Union 5.30% APY $500 TAB Bank 5.27% APY $1,000 First Internet Bank of Indiana 5.22% APY $1,000 Institution APY Min. deposit CIBC Bank USA 5.51% APY $1,000 Alliant Credit Union 5.40% APY $1,000 Popular Direct 5.37% APY $10,000 Institution APY Min. deposit First Internet Bank of Indiana 4.75% APY $1,000 Popular Direct 4.55% APY $10,000 SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union 4.45% APY $500 Institution APY Min. deposit SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union 4.60% APY $500 First Internet Bank of Indiana 4.59% APY $1,000 Popular Direct 4.45% APY $10,000 Note: Annual percentage yields (APYs) shown are as of Feb. 7, 2024. Bankrate's editorial team validates this information regularly, typically biweekly. APYs may have changed since they were last updated and may vary by region for some products. Bankrate includes only FDIC banks or NCUA credit unions in its listings. HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST CD FOR YOU CDs are a good option for longer-term goals or for money that you’re comfortable locking away for a set period of time. Follow the steps below to choose the right CD strategy for you: 1. Determine what the money will be earmarked for. Money you may need in the near future, such as for an emergency fund or short-term goals, usually works better in a liquid account such as a high-yield savings account or money market account. A no-penalty CD may also be a good place for money you might need access to before the CD matures. 2. Figure out when you’ll need the money in the CD and pick a term that aligns with your savings goals. Terms can range from just a few months to several years. 3. Decide whether you prefer a fixed or variable APY. (If you think the Fed has raised rates so many times that rates will decrease in the future, you might want a CD with a fixed APY instead of a savings account with a variable APY.) 4. Shop around and compare rates. Research banks and credit unions to find the best rates as well as a minimum opening deposit that’s in line with the amount you plan to put in the CD. Generally, rates are highest at online banks, but it’s possible for a brick-and-mortar bank or a credit union to offer a competitive yield. TYPES OF CDS Banks and credit unions offer a wide range of CDs to fit different financial needs. Take some time to consider which type of CD is best for you. Traditional CDs No-penalty CDs Bump-up CDs Caret Down * Traditional CDs * No-penalty CDs * Bump-up CDs Traditional CDs are the most common type of CD, and they earn a fixed APY for the entire term. These CDs usually don’t allow you to add more funds after your opening deposit, and they also tend to have strict early withdrawal penalties. If you withdraw from a CD before it matures, the penalty is usually equal to the amount of interest earned during a certain period of time. For instance, a bank may impose a penalty of 90 days of simple interest on a one-year CD if you withdraw from that CD before the year is up. When this CD makes sense: Traditional CDs are a good choice if you know exactly when you’ll need the money and there’s no chance of needing it before the term is up. They’re often good for CD ladders or other CD investing strategies in which timing is important. Most CDs charge you a penalty for accessing the funds before the term is up. However, some banks offer no-penalty CDs — also known as liquid CDs — which allow you to withdraw the money early without being charged a penalty. A bank may require that you wait at least some time after opening a no-penalty CD — generally around six or seven days — before you’re able to withdraw from the CD, and some banks don’t allow for partial withdrawals. No-penalty CD rates tend to be lower than regular CD rates, but they can be better than some high-yield savings account or money market account rates. When this CD makes sense: Consider a no-penalty CD if you don’t plan to withdraw the money before the CD matures, but you want to keep some flexibility in case you need access to the funds. As a result, you’re willing to give up a little return for added liquidity. Bump-up CDs enable you to request an increase in your rate during the CD term under certain conditions. Banks that offer this CD usually allow just one bump-up per term. For example, you may open a three-year CD at a given rate, and the bank offers an additional half-point rate increase when you’re one year into the term. With a bump-up CD, you can request a rate increase for the remainder of the term. Like no-penalty CDs, bump-up CDs often pay lower rates than traditional CDs. When this CD makes sense: A bump-up CD could be a good option if rates are expected to rise significantly during the term of the CD. Otherwise, you’re likely accepting a lower rate for limited potential upside. HOW DOES A CERTIFICATE OF DEPOSIT WORK? A CD is a type of account offered by banks and credit unions that generally earns a fixed APY for the CD’s term. Regular CDs also generally have early withdrawal penalties if you make a withdrawal before the CD term ends. WHO SHOULD GET A CD? Savers looking for a low-risk place to earn a guaranteed rate of return should consider getting a CD. They can be a good choice for short- to medium-term goals, such as saving for a new car or for a down payment on a home. A CD is worth considering for the following people: Invest Rate Low-risk investors For a person looking to make a purchase in a set number of years, a CD could be a great option for earning a competitive rate of interest leading up to that time. Clock Wait Time specific goal-setters For a person looking to make a purchase in a set number of months or years, a CD could be a great option for earning a competitive rate of interest leading up to that time. Lock Secure Impulse spenders A CD can help keep you from spending your money on a whim, thanks to its early withdrawal penalty. PROS AND CONS OF CDS Before you choose a CD, weigh the pros and cons to ensure you're making the right investment choice for your financial situation. PROS * Checkmark Some CDs earn a higher APY than money market accounts or savings accounts. * Checkmark CDs are a good place to store funds that you don’t want to be able to dip into too easily. * Checkmark CDs can help you separate money for financial goals or future expenses. * Checkmark Deposit insurance covers accounts at FDIC banks and NCUA credit unions up to at least $250,000. * Checkmark A CD can diversify your savings plan with a guaranteed rate. * Checkmark Your principal remains intact if you keep your money in a CD for the full term. CONS * CDs tie up your money for a potentially long period of time. * Many CDs have early withdrawal penalties. * Money committed to a CD could end up earning a lackluster yield if rates rise substantially. The early withdrawal penalty may negate any benefit of switching to a higher-yielding CD, however. * You could potentially earn better rates of return in the stock market or by investing in other securities. ALTERNATIVES TO CDS CDS VS. TRADITIONAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS Savings and money market accounts are more liquid than CDs, meaning the funds you keep in those types of accounts are easier to access without penalties or limitations. This makes savings accounts better for your emergency fund. You could withdraw the savings you’ve placed in a CD, but be prepared to pay a penalty if you take the money out before the CD’s maturity date (unless you’ve purchased a no-penalty CD). CDS VS. HIGH-YIELD SAVINGS ACCOUNTS CDs generally have an early withdrawal penalty if you withdraw your money before the CD matures. CDs generally have fixed APYs. A high-yield savings account is a liquid account that allows you to withdraw money without a fee and savings accounts generally have variable APYs. CDS VS. MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS CDs have set terms and generally also have early withdrawal penalties if you withdraw your money before that term ends. Money market accounts, like savings accounts, generally have variable APYs. But unlike most savings accounts, they might have check-writing privileges – which let you write checks from this account. In exchange for less liquidity, however, CDs typically offer a higher interest rate than money market accounts. CDS VS. BONDS CDs typically pay a fixed interest rate, so you know how much you’re earning up front. You’re also guaranteed to receive the same interest rate for the entire term and receive your full principal amount back, as long as you don’t make any premature withdrawals. On the other hand, bonds offer more flexibility and the chance to earn a higher yield. A bond is a loan you make to a government or a corporation to receive some interest. You can sell a bond before it matures without getting hit with an early withdrawal penalty, and you may get back more or less than your original investment if interest rates have moved. With municipal bonds, the interest you earn is often exempt from taxes. There are many different types of bonds, and some are riskier than others. Bonds aren’t protected by FDIC or NCUSIF insurance like CDs are, and the value of your bonds will fluctuate based on what’s happening with interest rates. If interest rates are rising, the price of your bonds will likely fall and vice versa. HOW TO BUILD A CD LADDER CD laddering staggers the maturity dates on your CDs. This strategy involves buying multiple CDs at once that mature at different dates. It’s a way to spread out when the money becomes available and to keep from having all of your money stuck in a long-term CD if rates rise. In the current rate environment, purchasing a 3-year CD now could potentially help you earn a yield that might not be available if the Fed lowers rates. CD laddering can also shield you from interest rate changes that could otherwise hurt you. If rates are rising, you’ll be able to take advantage of higher yields the next time one of your laddered CDs matures. On the other hand, if interest rates are falling, you’ll be glad you locked up your savings when the bank was paying more favorable yields. Consider keeping your CD ladder focused on CDs with shorter-term maturities during a rising rate environment so you can more quickly take advantage of higher rates. Conversely, committing to CDs with longer terms makes more sense when rates are decreasing because it enables you to continue earning higher CD yields than the market currently offers. * EXAMPLE OF A CD LADDER Caret Down For example, a CD laddering plan of three CDs might have a one-year CD, a two-year CD and a three-year CD. If you have $15,000 to invest, you could invest $5,000 in each rung: * $5,000 in a one-year CD * $5,000 in a two-year CD * $5,000 in a three-year CD * $5,000 in a four-year CD * $5,000 in a five-year CD For example, a CD laddering plan of three CDs might have a one-year CD, a two-year CD and a three-year CD. If you have $15,000 to invest, you could invest $5,000 in each rung: * $5,000 in a one-year CD * $5,000 in a two-year CD * $5,000 in a three-year CD * $5,000 in a four-year CD * $5,000 in a five-year CD CD FAQS * HOW ARE CDS TAXED? Caret Down Generally, you’ll receive a Form 1099-INT each year if you earn more than $10 interest, if there is withholding or if there is a penalty. This will generally be taxed as ordinary income, according to the IRS. For instance, a CD customer with a multi-year CD should receive a 1099-INT from their bank after each year interest is earned if at least $10 of interest was earned during a calendar year. Generally, you’ll receive a Form 1099-INT each year if you earn more than $10 interest, if there is withholding or if there is a penalty. This will generally be taxed as ordinary income, according to the IRS. For instance, a CD customer with a multi-year CD should receive a 1099-INT from their bank after each year interest is earned if at least $10 of interest was earned during a calendar year. * ARE CDS SAFE? Caret Down Your CD is safe at either an FDIC-insured bank or an NCUSIF-insured credit union, as long as the amount of money in the account is within the established limits and guidelines. Federally insured deposit accounts are safe whether they’re at online banks, brick-and-mortar banks or credit unions since they’re backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Just make sure you’re not exceeding the insurance limits. For federally-insured banks and credit unions, the standard insurance limit is $250,000 per depositor or share owner, per insured bank or credit union, for each account ownership category. Your CD is safe at either an FDIC-insured bank or an NCUSIF-insured credit union, as long as the amount of money in the account is within the established limits and guidelines. Federally insured deposit accounts are safe whether they’re at online banks, brick-and-mortar banks or credit unions since they’re backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. Just make sure you’re not exceeding the insurance limits. For federally-insured banks and credit unions, the standard insurance limit is $250,000 per depositor or share owner, per insured bank or credit union, for each account ownership category. * ARE THERE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH CDS? Caret Down CDs generally have an early withdrawal penalty for taking your money out before the CD matures. No-penalty CDs are the exception, though they may also impose a penalty if the funds are withdrawn during the first six or seven days after the account is opened. CDs generally have an early withdrawal penalty for taking your money out before the CD matures. No-penalty CDs are the exception, though they may also impose a penalty if the funds are withdrawn during the first six or seven days after the account is opened. * WHAT IS CONSIDERED A GOOD CD RATE? Caret Down A good CD rate depends on a few factors, but the true answer depends on your personal financial situation. If you need to access your money in a year, for example, your best CD options will be those with a one-year term or less. If you’re able to lock up your money for longer, you may be able to achieve a higher yield with a longer-term CD. In general, longer terms may pay better yields. Knowing for sure that you won’t need your cash for a specific amount of time also typically allows you to earn a higher rate. The bank is willing to pay you more for the certainty that your money will remain in its hands for the designated length of time. Compare CD rates to the national average to make sure you’re getting a competitive return. For example, the national average APY for 1-year CDs is 1.74 percent as of Feb. 07, 2024, while some top-yielding banks are currently offering APYs higher than 5 percent. A good CD rate depends on a few factors, but the true answer depends on your personal financial situation. If you need to access your money in a year, for example, your best CD options will be those with a one-year term or less. If you’re able to lock up your money for longer, you may be able to achieve a higher yield with a longer-term CD. In general, longer terms may pay better yields. Knowing for sure that you won’t need your cash for a specific amount of time also typically allows you to earn a higher rate. The bank is willing to pay you more for the certainty that your money will remain in its hands for the designated length of time. Compare CD rates to the national average to make sure you’re getting a competitive return. For example, the national average APY for 1-year CDs is 1.74 percent as of Feb. 07, 2024, while some top-yielding banks are currently offering APYs higher than 5 percent. * IS AN ONLINE BANK THE BEST CHOICE FOR A CD? Caret Down Online banks tend to offer higher APYs than brick-and-mortar banks. These online-only institutions typically have lower overhead costs and are able to pass the savings along to their customers in the form of higher rates. In addition, unlike your bank located on the corner of Main Street, online banks may need a higher APY to get your attention and earn your business. Online banks tend to offer higher APYs than brick-and-mortar banks. These online-only institutions typically have lower overhead costs and are able to pass the savings along to their customers in the form of higher rates. In addition, unlike your bank located on the corner of Main Street, online banks may need a higher APY to get your attention and earn your business. * HOW LONG CAN YOU LEAVE MONEY IN A CD? Caret Down You can keep your money in a CD and let it renew over and over. CDs generally automatically renew. However, unclaimed CDs can be escheated — or transferred from an estate to the government — subject to each state’s laws. To avoid your CD being escheated due to being considered abandoned property, be sure to keep in touch with your bank and keep a valid mailing address on file. You can keep your money in a CD and let it renew over and over. CDs generally automatically renew. However, unclaimed CDs can be escheated — or transferred from an estate to the government — subject to each state’s laws. To avoid your CD being escheated due to being considered abandoned property, be sure to keep in touch with your bank and keep a valid mailing address on file. * DO CDS HAVE BENEFICIARIES? Caret Down Banks give account holders with CDs the opportunity to name a beneficiary, which is a person who will inherit your savings in the event that you die. While naming a beneficiary for your CD may be the last thing on your mind, experts say it’s an important step to take. If you don’t have a beneficiary designated to receive the funds in your CD, your savings will go through probate, which is the court process for deciding what happens to the property of an individual after their death. Banks give account holders with CDs the opportunity to name a beneficiary, which is a person who will inherit your savings in the event that you die. While naming a beneficiary for your CD may be the last thing on your mind, experts say it’s an important step to take. If you don’t have a beneficiary designated to receive the funds in your CD, your savings will go through probate, which is the court process for deciding what happens to the property of an individual after their death. * CAN YOU LOSE MONEY ON A CD? Caret Down As long as your CD is at an FDIC-insured bank or an NCUA credit union and it’s within insurance limits and guidelines, you won’t lose money with a CD. You may lose some of your interest — and potentially some of your principal — by making an early withdrawal, however. As long as your CD is at an FDIC-insured bank or an NCUA credit union and it’s within insurance limits and guidelines, you won’t lose money with a CD. You may lose some of your interest — and potentially some of your principal — by making an early withdrawal, however. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Bankrate has been around since 1976. It is a leading publisher of rates and personal finance articles. It is also often cited by some of the most respected and well-known publications and websites. The Bankrate promise is that we strive to help our readers make smarter financial decisions, adhering to strict principles of editorial integrity and transparency. Bankrate’s editorial team is made up of five banking experts. These experts have researched many banks and at least twice a month go to bank websites to make sure readers stay up to date on the latest rates and bank products. We select banks that have high annual percentage yields (APYs) and that are popular and broadly available, and we include some of the largest banks. Note: Bankrate doesn’t include callable CDs or brokered CDs on this page and compares regular CDs and no-penalty CDs separately. Clock Wait 47 years of industry expertise Cd Rates 3K+ deposit rates tracked Circle Check Daily APY verification Bank Search 100+ banks reviewed * SELECTION OF BANKS SHOWN ON PAGE AND SORTING LOGIC Caret Down Banks are sorted based on the highest APYs with a $25,000 balance. Minimum balance requirements and then alphabetical order help break ties between banks and credit unions. Banks are sorted based on the highest APYs with a $25,000 balance. Minimum balance requirements and then alphabetical order help break ties between banks and credit unions. * BANKS WE MONITOR Caret Down Alliant Credit Union, Ally Bank, Amerant Bank, America First Credit Union, American Express National Bank, Axos Bank, Bank5 Connect, Barclays, Bask Bank, BECU (Boeing Employees Credit Union), Bethpage Federal Credit Union, BMO, Bread Savings (formerly Comenity Direct), BrioDirect, Capital One Bank, Chase Bank, CIBC USA, CIT Bank, Citibank, Citizens, Citizens Bank (Rhode Island), Credit One Bank, Comerica Bank, Customers Bank, Delta Community Credit Union, Discover Bank, Emigrant Direct, EverBank (formerly TIAA Bank), Fifth Third Bank, First Citizens Bank, First Internet Bank, First Technology Federal Credit Union, FNBO Direct, Golden 1 Credit Union, Huntington National Bank, KeyBank, Limelight Bank, Live Oak Bank, M&T Bank, Marcus by Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, MySavingsDirect, Navy Federal Credit Union, NBKC Bank, PenFed Credit Union, PNC Bank, Popular Direct, Quontic Bank, Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union, Regions Bank, Sallie Mae Bank, Santander Bank, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, Security Service Federal Credit Union, State Employees' Credit Union, Suncoast Credit Union, Synchrony Bank, TD Bank, Truist Bank, U.S. Bank, UFB Direct, USAA Bank, Vio Bank, VyStar Credit Union, Wells Fargo, and Zions Bank. Alliant Credit Union, Ally Bank, Amerant Bank, America First Credit Union, American Express National Bank, Axos Bank, Bank5 Connect, Barclays, Bask Bank, BECU (Boeing Employees Credit Union), Bethpage Federal Credit Union, BMO, Bread Savings (formerly Comenity Direct), BrioDirect, Capital One Bank, Chase Bank, CIBC USA, CIT Bank, Citibank, Citizens, Citizens Bank (Rhode Island), Credit One Bank, Comerica Bank, Customers Bank, Delta Community Credit Union, Discover Bank, Emigrant Direct, EverBank (formerly TIAA Bank), Fifth Third Bank, First Citizens Bank, First Internet Bank, First Technology Federal Credit Union, FNBO Direct, Golden 1 Credit Union, Huntington National Bank, KeyBank, Limelight Bank, Live Oak Bank, M&T Bank, Marcus by Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, MySavingsDirect, Navy Federal Credit Union, NBKC Bank, PenFed Credit Union, PNC Bank, Popular Direct, Quontic Bank, Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union, Regions Bank, Sallie Mae Bank, Santander Bank, SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, Security Service Federal Credit Union, State Employees' Credit Union, Suncoast Credit Union, Synchrony Bank, TD Bank, Truist Bank, U.S. Bank, UFB Direct, USAA Bank, Vio Bank, VyStar Credit Union, Wells Fargo, and Zions Bank. 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