24-month CD rates range from 4.25% to 5.20% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 12, 2026. Top 24-month CD rates currently available include Tower Federal Credit UnionTower Federal Credit Union7901 Sandy Spring Rd, Laurel, MD 20707A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.97%Real return: +2.40%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 2 Year Certificate at 5.20% APY, and Northern New Mexico School Employees Federal Credit UnionNorthern New Mexico School Employees Federal Credit Union614 Alta Vista St, Santa Fe, NM 87505A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.64%Real return: +2.32%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24-Month Share Certificate SPECIAL RATE at 5.12% APY, and IQ Credit UnionIQ Credit Union1313 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660 2918A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.25%Real return: +2.29%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month Second CD at 5.09% APY, and Cornerstone Community Federal Credit UnionCornerstone Community Federal Credit Union55 Stevens St, Lockport, NY 14094 4229B+4.8 ★Texas Ratio: 17.18%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 2 Year Youth Share Certificate at 5.00% APY. CD rates as of October 12, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
A 2-year CD is a popular choice for savers who want to lock in a competitive rate while keeping their investment horizon manageable. It often offers a meaningful yield advantage over shorter-term options without the extended commitment of a 3- or 5-year CD. We display Safety Grades, Star Ratings, and Texas Ratios so you can choose institutions with confidence.
The APYs displayed reflect actual verified offers. Rates are subject to change at the institution’s discretion without notice. A substantial penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. 24-Month CD Rates Last Updated and Verified: October 12, 2026
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Balance Range: $50 - $5,000
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APY - Annual Percentage Yield APY assumes dividends remain on deposit until maturity. Dividends begin to accrue on the first business day funds are deposited and are compounded and credited monthly. The minimum balance listed is required to earn the corresponding APY. Certificate rates are subject to change without notice; however, once issued, the Dividend Rate and APY are fixed for the certificate term. Early withdrawals may be subject to a penalty and may reduce earnings. IRA Share Certificates are subject to applicable IRA requirements and may be subject to additional tax consequences or penalties for withdrawals. Please consult a qualified tax advisor regarding your individual circumstances. Rates, terms, and accounts are available to METRO Federal Credit Union members only. Please refer to the Share Certificate Terms & Conditions and applicable IRA documents for complete account terms and disclosures. Member accounts are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) up to applicable limits.
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Minimum initial deposit $1,000 for Traditional and Roth IRA Certificates; $500 for Educational IRA Certificates
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Balance: $100,000 +
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Balance: $250 - $1,000
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: Under $100,000
Type: Regular/IRA; Dividends compound & paid: Daily
Maximum opening deposit $500,000.00
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Special Jumbo Certificate Bonus! Boost Your Earnings - Get an additional 0.25% APY on a Jumbo Certificate with a balance of $250,000+
Interest paid quarterly via ACH to any account designated by the customer institution; Withdrawal before maturity is not permitted
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Balance: $1,000+
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Balance: $500+
All funds must be new money. New Money is defined as funds on deposit with BankNewport for less than 30 days. A penalty will be imposed for early withdrawal during the term. A BankNewport personal checking account is required for CD specials. Offer may be withdrawn at any time.
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Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
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All accounts are subject to credit qualifications. Early withdrawal penalties may apply, fees may reduce earnings on an account.
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Online-only high-yield rates.
Penalty: 180 Days1
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Deposit: $10,000+
Balance: $100,000+
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Treasury Rates**: 4.77%
Bump Option: Eligible; $50,000 minimum deposit to open an IRA Jumbo CD. All rates are subject to change without notice. APY* - Annual Percentage Yield. Early withdrawal penalty will reduce earnings on the account. Your account will automatically renew as stated on your Truth-in-Savings Disclosure, Account Receipt, or Renewal Notice. Our Bump Eligible certificates allow members to choose once during the term of the certificate to "bump" their rate, you may request that the rate be increased to the current offered rate of certificates of deposit of the same term length.
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New Money CDs
Loyalty Rates: 0.05%
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Rate: T-Bill + 0.25%
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Jumbo/Min. $90,000
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 Month Interest
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
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Balance required to obtain APY: $2,500
Deposit Amount: $100,000 and above
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Balance: $1,000
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Special Rate (APY)
Balance: $1000
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Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Term: 1 1/2 Years (18 Months)
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SPECIAL
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Open Online; Online Only
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Penalties apply for early withdrawal
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The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 09/24/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
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Limited Time Special; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
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IRA Certificate2
Credit Quarterly Compound Daily
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Balance: $100,000 +
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Balance: $75,000.00 and up
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$500 to $99,999.99
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APY* (min. balance $100,000)
Balance: $250,000.01+
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APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Terms and conditions may apply. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. $5,000+ deposit required for promotional rate.
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Limited Time Only
Same rate all balance tiers
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Fixed APY | No minimum balance
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Minimum: $500 Minimum
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Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
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Balance: $100,000 & over
IRA
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Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $225,000 or greater
Balance: $99,000 and over
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Choose Your Own Term!
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HSA Certificate - Members who have amassed a balance in their Health Savings Account can use those funds to open an HSA certificate. HSA certificates are offered in the same terms as regular certificates. If you have questions or are interested in opening an HSA certificate, contact us today. APY = Annual Percentage Yield. For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
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Balance: $0-$999
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Interest Compounded Daily | Posted Monthly
Dividends credited quarterly
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Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Promotional Rate. Rates may vary by zip code. APY (Annual Percentage Yield) effective 9/25/2026 for a limited time. See Details.
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A $250.00 minimum balance and $5.00 membership account are required to open a Certificate of Deposit. This certificate is available with a one-time bump-up option.
Annual Percentage Yield of 4.25% for 6 months 4 terms to fit your needs-6, 12, 18, and 24-month special.* Call or stop in for full details.
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Term: 2 years with Epic Premium Checking; Epic Premium Checking relationship rate
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Must maintain a minimum $50,000 balance to earn APY. Interest is compounded monthly and credited monthly. There is a penalty for early withdrawal.
Checking Relationship APY
Rates are as of October 1, 2026 and are subject to change. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Interest paid quarterly
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Minimum: $1,000 required to open regular and IRA certificate accounts. $500 required to open youth certificate accounts.; Dividend Frequency: Quarterly
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Renews to 30 mo
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MonitorBankRates tracks 6,898 24-month CD rates from 3,436 institutions across the United States. Our proprietary aggregation system pulls verified rate data directly from each institution’s official website — no estimates, no national averages passed off as real offers.
Every rate listed includes the institution’s Safety Grade (A+ to F), Star Rating (1–5), and Texas Ratio — objective financial health metrics calculated from FDIC and NCUA regulatory data — so you can compare yield and institutional safety in one place.
Current top rate: Tower Federal Credit Union offers a 24-month CD at 5.20% APY with a minimum deposit of $500. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers.
Daily national average APY for 24-month CDs
Daily averages compiled from our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions — updated daily.
National 24-month CD rates rose 0.022 points over the past 7 days to 2.879% APY, up from 2.857% 7 days ago.
Where are 24-month CD rates headed through October 2027?
Projections based on Fed funds rate futures and historical CD-to-fed-funds spread model. Not financial advice.
Enter any deposit amount to see exactly how much interest you earn at the end of your 24-month term at today’s top APY.
CD Ladder with 24 months RungAdd a 24-month rung to your ladder for a 2-year yield premium. Model how this mid-range term pairs with 12-month CDs to balance access and earnings.
Early Withdrawal Penalty24-month CDs typically carry a 180–365 days interest penalty for early access. Calculate your actual net return if you need funds before maturity.
24-month CD vs. High-Yield Savings2-year CD rates can significantly outpace savings accounts. Compare both to determine if locking funds for 24 months is worth the yield premium over a variable-rate account.
What to compare when shopping for a 24-month CD
To find the best APYs on a 24-month CD, start with credit unions and online-only banks — they consistently offer the highest yields because they have lower overhead than traditional brick-and-mortar banks and compete aggressively for deposits.
Always compare the APY (Annual Percentage Yield), not just the interest rate. The APY reflects compounding and is the true measure of what you’ll earn. A CD advertised at 4.75% interest compounding monthly is worth more than one at 4.80% compounding annually.
Also compare the early withdrawal penalty. On a 24-month CD, common penalties range from 30 to 90 days of interest. If you’re unsure whether you’ll need the funds early, a penalty-free no-penalty CD or a high-yield savings account may be a better fit.
| Feature | 24-month CD | High-Yield Savings | Money Market | 6-Month CD |
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| Rate Type | Fixed APY | Variable APY | Variable APY | Fixed APY |
| Liquidity | Locked 24 months | Anytime | Anytime | Locked 6 months |
| Early Withdrawal | Penalty (30–90 days interest) | None | None | Penalty (90–180 days interest) |
| FDIC / NCUA Insured | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) | Yes (up to $250K) |
| Check / Debit Access | No | Usually no | Often yes | No |
| Best For | Known near-term goal, CD ladder start | Emergency fund, flexible savings | Liquid savings with check-writing | Slightly higher yield, less urgency |
Direct-Sourced & Verified CD Rate Data: We aggregate 24-month CD rates nationwide directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using our proprietary rate aggregation technology. By pulling data straight from the institutions’ own digital properties and manually verifying yields daily, every rate on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.
Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available 2-year CD yields across the country. We feature a comprehensive mix of financial institutions — from neighborhood credit unions and competitive regional banks to high-yield CDs from large national institutions.
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Proprietary Institution Health & Safety Grades: Beyond tracking rates, MonitorBankRates evaluates the financial stability of every listed institution. Our Health Grades (A+ to F) and Star Ratings are composite metrics calculated using objective regulatory data — including the Texas Ratio — ensuring you deposit with secure, reliable institutions.