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Northern Credit Union Rates & Review November 2026

Northern Credit Union's savings rates are at 5.00%. Northern Credit Union's money market rates are at 2.00%. Northern Credit Union's checking rates are as high as 2.00%. Northern Credit Union's Personal Loan Rates are as low as 9.24%. Northern Credit Union's Credit Card Rates are at 9.40%. Northern Credit Union's savings rates are 571% higher than the MonitorBankRates national average, and it has an A health rating. MonitorBankRates evaluates the financial stability of Northern Credit Union with a 5.0 Star Rating, an A Overall Health Grade, and a Texas Ratio of 9.67%. Rates last updated and verified on 10/30/2026.

Northern Credit Union money market rates, and other rates, are continually updated to reflect market conditions. We recommend checking back frequently to get the best money market rates and other rates available. Have you opened an account or have any experiences at Northern Credit Union? Share your experience about Northern Credit Union by leaving a review below, or read customer reviews before you decide to use Northern Credit Union.

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Overall Health & Safety Grade ?
A
Excellent Health Score: 95/100
MonitorBankRates Rating ?
5.0
Exceptional Out of 5.0 Stars
Texas Ratio ?
9.67%
Excellent Higher than avg
Northern Credit Union
Corporate Office
138 Factory St
Watertown, NY 13601-1958
https://www.mynorthern.com
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Financial health data as of Q2 2026 (NCUA 5300 call report for the quarter ended June 30, 2026). This is the most recent call report available. The NCUA publishes credit union call reports about ten weeks after each quarter ends.

Northern Credit Union Savings Rates

Product Rate APY View More
NEXT eSavings - 5.00%
Min Balance $0
Details Qualifications Required; Balance: $0.00 - $1,000.00; Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00; Rates blended for balances over $1,000; Limit one NEXT eSavings account per social security number
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 5.00% APY · checked 5 times
4.50%5.00%5.50%Oct 10, 2026: 5.00% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
High Yield Savings - 2.50%
Min Balance $250,000
Details Balance: $250,000.00 and over; Available to members with an active Choice Rewards Checking account or Premium Rewards Checking account
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 2.50% APY · checked 5 times
2.00%2.50%3.00%Oct 10, 2026: 2.50% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
High Yield Savings - 1.50%
Min Balance $75,000
Details Balance: $75,000.00 to $249,999.99; Available to members with an active Choice Rewards Checking account or Premium Rewards Checking account
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 1.50% APY · checked 5 times
1.00%1.50%2.00%Oct 10, 2026: 1.50% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
High Yield Savings - 1.00%
Min Balance $35,000
Details Balance: $35,000.00 - $74,999.99; Available to members with an active Choice Rewards Checking account or Premium Rewards Checking account
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 1.00% APY · checked 5 times
0.50%1.00%1.50%Oct 10, 2026: 1.00% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
High Yield Savings - 0.75%
Min Balance $0
Details Balance: $0.00 - $34,999.99; Available to members with an active Choice Rewards Checking account or Premium Rewards Checking account
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.75% APY · checked 5 times
0.25%0.75%1.25%Oct 10, 2026: 0.75% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Own Savings - 0.20%
Min Balance $25,000
Details Balance: $25,000 and over
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.20% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.35%0.70%Oct 10, 2026: 0.20% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Easy Savings Account NY - 0.15%
Min Balance $5,000
Details Balance: $5,000 to $9,999.99; Rates accurate as of June 1, 2023
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.15% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.33%0.65%Oct 10, 2026: 0.15% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Own Savings - 0.15%
Min Balance $5,000
Details Balance: $5,000 to $24,999.99
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.15% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.33%0.65%Oct 10, 2026: 0.15% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Easy Savings Account NY - 0.14%
Min Balance $2,500
Details Published APY range: 0.14% - 0.15%. Balance: $2,500 to $4,999.99; Rates are blended for balances over $499.99; Rates accurate as of June 1, 2023
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.14% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.32%0.64%Oct 10, 2026: 0.14% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Easy Savings Account NY - 0.10%
Min Balance $0
Details Balance: $0 to $499.99; Earn 0.10% APY on all balances up to $499.99; Rates accurate as of June 1, 2023
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.10% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.30%0.60%Oct 10, 2026: 0.10% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Own Savings - 0.10%
Min Balance $0
Details Balance: $0 to $49.99; Dividends not paid until balance reaches at least $61 (footnote 1)
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.10% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.30%0.60%Oct 10, 2026: 0.10% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Own Savings - 0.10%
Min Balance $50
Details Balance: $50 to $4,999.99
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.10% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.30%0.60%Oct 10, 2026: 0.10% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Easy Savings Account NY - 0.05%
Min Balance $10,000
Details Published APY range: 0.05% - 0.15%. Balance: $10,000 and over; Rates are blended for balances over $499.99; Rates accurate as of June 1, 2023
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.05% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.28%0.55%Oct 10, 2026: 0.05% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Business Savings Rates

Product Rate APY View More
Business Savings Account NY - 0.10%
Min Balance $50
Details Balance: $50-$4,999.99; Rates current as of 11.3.2021
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.10% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.30%0.60%Oct 10, 2026: 0.10% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Money Market Rates

Product Rate APY View More
Money Market - 0.30%
Min Balance $100,000
Details Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates accurate as of December 1, 2022
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.30% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.40%0.80%Oct 10, 2026: 0.30% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Money Market - 0.25%
Min Balance $50,000
Details Balance: $50,000.00 to $99,999.99; Rates accurate as of December 1, 2022
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.25% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.38%0.75%Oct 10, 2026: 0.25% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Money Market - 0.20%
Min Balance $10,000
Details Balance: $10,000.00 to $49,999.99; Rates accurate as of December 1, 2022
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.20% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.35%0.70%Oct 10, 2026: 0.20% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Money Market - 0.15%
Min Balance $0
Details Balance: $0 to $9,999.99; Rates accurate as of December 1, 2022
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.15% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.33%0.65%Oct 10, 2026: 0.15% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Business Money Market Rates

Product Rate APY View More
Business Money Market Account In NY - 2.00%
Min Balance $0
Details Balance: $0.01 - $9,999; Rates accurate as of January 31, 2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 14, 2026 · 2.00% APY · checked 4 times
1.50%2.00%2.50%Oct 14, 2026: 2.00% APYOct 14, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Checking Rates

Product Rate APY View More
Premium Rewards Checking - 2.00%
Min Balance $10,000
Details Qualifications Required: Average daily balance of at least $10,000 to earn dividends; qualifying transactions post and clear during the monthly qualification cycle; Qualifying balance up to $35,000.00; Balance: $0 to $10,000.00; Rates accurate as of January 31, 2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Sep 18, 2026 · 2.00% APY · checked 8 times
1.50%2.00%2.50%Sep 18, 2026: 2.00% APYSep 18, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Choice Rewards Checking - 0.26%
Min Balance $0
Details Qualifications Required; Balance: $0.00 to $15,000.00; Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00; Qualifying transactions must post and clear during the monthly qualification cycle
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 0.26% APY · checked 5 times
0.00%0.38%0.76%Oct 10, 2026: 0.26% APYOct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Home Equity & HELOC

Product Rate Points APR Term View More
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 5.41% 5 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Fixed Rate APR; Rate quoted is for 5 years at 80% LTV; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 5.41% APR · checked 5 times
4.91%5.41%5.91%Oct 10, 2026: 5.41% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 5.91% 5 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 5.91% APR · checked 4 times
5.41%5.91%6.41%Oct 10, 2026: 5.91% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 6.16% 10 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Fixed Rate APR; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.16% APR · checked 5 times
5.66%6.16%6.66%Oct 10, 2026: 6.16% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 6.41% 5 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Fixed Rate APR; Alternate rates available for LTVs of up to 90%; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.41% APR · checked 5 times
5.91%6.41%6.91%Oct 10, 2026: 6.41% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 6.41% 15 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Fixed Rate APR; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.41% APR · checked 5 times
5.91%6.41%6.91%Oct 10, 2026: 6.41% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 6.66% 10 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.66% APR · checked 4 times
6.16%6.66%7.16%Oct 10, 2026: 6.66% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Line of Credit - 2nd Lien Position - - 6.75%
Details As Low As; Credit Line: $7,500 - $100,000; LTV: up to 80%; Intro rate: 2.99% APR for 6 months; Intro rate expires: 6 months; Regular APR: 6.75% APR thereafter (prime - .25%)
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
1 change since Oct 10, 2026 · 8.50% → 6.75% ▼ 1.75 pts · high 8.50% / low 6.75%
5.00%7.63%10.25%Oct 10, 2026: 8.50% APROct 19, 2026: 6.75% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
  • Oct 19, 20266.75%▼ from 8.50%
  • Oct 10, 20268.50%first recorded
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 6.91% 5 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.91% APR · checked 4 times
6.41%6.91%7.41%Oct 10, 2026: 6.91% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 6.91% 15 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 80%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 6.91% APR · checked 4 times
6.41%6.91%7.41%Oct 10, 2026: 6.91% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 7.16% 10 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Fixed Rate APR; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 7.16% APR · checked 5 times
6.66%7.16%7.66%Oct 10, 2026: 7.16% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 1st Lien Position - - 7.41% 15 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Fixed Rate APR; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 7.41% APR · checked 5 times
6.91%7.41%7.91%Oct 10, 2026: 7.41% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Line of Credit - 1st Lien Position - up to 90% LTV - - 7.50%
Details As Low As; Credit Line: $7,500 - $100,000; LTV: up to 90%; Variable Rate: 7.50% (prime + .50%); Rate adjustable monthly; No Closing Costs as long as line remains open for 36 months
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 7.50% APR · checked 3 times
7.00%7.50%8.00%Oct 19, 2026: 7.50% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 7.66% 10 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 7.66% APR · checked 4 times
7.16%7.66%8.16%Oct 10, 2026: 7.66% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Loan - 2nd Lien Position - - 7.91% 15 years
Details As Low As; Loan Amount: $15,000+; LTV: up to 90%; Rates accurate as of 07/31/2024
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 7.91% APR · checked 4 times
7.41%7.91%8.41%Oct 10, 2026: 7.91% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Line of Credit - 1st Lien Position - up to 100% LTV - - 8.25%
Details As Low As; Credit Line: $7,500 - $100,000; LTV: up to 100%; Variable Rate: 8.25% (prime + 1.25%); Rate adjustable monthly; No Closing Costs as long as line remains open for 36 months
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 8.25% APR · checked 3 times
7.75%8.25%8.75%Oct 19, 2026: 8.25% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Line of Credit - 2nd Lien Position - - 8.50%
Details As Low As; Credit Line: $7,500 - $100,000; LTV: up to 90%; Rate: prime + 1.50%
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 8.50% APR · checked 5 times
8.00%8.50%9.00%Oct 10, 2026: 8.50% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
My Choice Home Equity Line of Credit - 2nd Lien Position - - 9.25%
Details As Low As; Credit Line: $7,500 - $100,000; LTV: up to 100%; Rate: prime + 2.25%
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 9.25% APR · checked 5 times
8.75%9.25%9.75%Oct 10, 2026: 9.25% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Auto Loan Rates

Product Rate Points APR Term View More
NEXT Auto Loan - - 4.99% 48-months
Details As Low As; Fixed APR; Rates accurate as of 7/30/2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 4.99% APR · checked 2 times
4.49%4.99%5.49%Oct 19, 2026: 4.99% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
NEXT Auto Loan - - 5.29% 72-months
Details As Low As; Fixed APR; Rates accurate as of 7/30/2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 5.29% APR · checked 2 times
4.79%5.29%5.79%Oct 19, 2026: 5.29% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
NEXT Auto Loan - - 5.99% 84-months
Details As Low As; Fixed APR; Rates accurate as of 7/30/2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 5.99% APR · checked 2 times
5.49%5.99%6.49%Oct 19, 2026: 5.99% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
NEXT Auto Loan - - 6.24% 96-months
Details As Low As; Fixed APR; Rates accurate as of 7/30/2025
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 6.24% APR · checked 2 times
5.74%6.24%6.74%Oct 19, 2026: 6.24% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Credit Card Rates

Product Rate APR View More
Platinum Visa - 9.40%
Details APR range: 9.40% - 18.40%; Maximum line of $25,000; Loan approval based on member's credit history and ability to pay; Rates updated on 10/1/26; Membership required
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 9.40% APR · checked 4 times
8.90%9.40%9.90%Oct 10, 2026: 9.40% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Platinum Rewards Visa - 13.40%
Details Published APR range: 13.40% - 19.40%. Maximum line of $25,000; Rates updated on 110/1/26
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 13.40% APR · checked 5 times
12.90%13.40%13.90%Oct 10, 2026: 13.40% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Business Rewards Credit Card in NY - 15.74%
Details Published APR range: 15.74% - 24.74%. Intro rate expires: 12 months (0% APR on balance transfers and purchases); Regular APR: 15.74% - 24.74%; Revolving; Earn 1.5% cashback rewards on purchases; Rates current as of 10/1/2026
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
1 change since Sep 14, 2026 · 15.49% → 15.74% ▲ 0.25 pts · high 15.74% / low 15.49%
14.99%15.62%16.24%Sep 14, 2026: 15.49% APROct 14, 2026: 15.74% APRSep 14, 2026Nov 2, 2026
  • Oct 14, 202615.74%▲ from 15.49%
  • Sep 14, 202615.49%first recorded
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Secured Visa - 20.49%
Details Maximum line of $25,000; Rates subject to change; Rates updated on 10/1/26
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 10, 2026 · 20.49% APR · checked 5 times
19.99%20.49%20.99%Oct 10, 2026: 20.49% APROct 10, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Personal Loan Rates

Product APR Term View More
Personal Loans 9.24%
Details As Low As; Homepage featured rate, Starting at 9.24% APR
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Sep 22, 2026 · 9.24% APR · checked 7 times
8.74%9.24%9.74%Sep 22, 2026: 9.24% APRSep 22, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Northern Credit Union Other Rates

Product Rate Points APY/APR Term View More
Micro Line Loan - - 14.50% Revolving
Details Monthly payment is $25 or 3% of the balance, whichever is greater; when used as a loan advance, minimum $50 transfer to checking required; credit union membership required; rates accurate as of 11/24/23
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Oct 19, 2026 · 14.50% APR · checked 3 times
14.00%14.50%15.00%Oct 19, 2026: 14.50% APROct 19, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%
Toys Loan - - 7.86%
Details As Low As; Homepage featured rate, Starting at 7.86% APR
Last Updated 10/30/2026
Rate History
No change since Sep 14, 2026 · 7.86% APR · checked 8 times
7.36%7.86%8.36%Sep 14, 2026: 7.86% APRSep 14, 2026Nov 2, 2026
Institution Ratings
5.0
Star Rating
A
Health Grade
◈ Texas Ratio: 9.67%

Methodology & Data Sources

MonitorBankRates Star Rating
Our rating for Northern Credit Union is derived from comprehensive financial data published quarterly by the NCUA. Our proprietary rating system evaluates financial stability (including the Texas Ratio and capitalization) and combines it with member feedback (user reviews) to help you make informed banking decisions.
Texas Ratio
We calculate the Texas Ratio using standard industry methodology. This ratio compares the credit union's non-performing assets to its tangible common equity and loan loss reserves to assess financial health.
Rate Data Aggregation
We gather Northern Credit Union rates using proprietary online rate aggregation technology. Our systems scan constantly to provide the most recent rates available to our visitors.
Disclaimer: Interest rates are variable and subject to change without notice. While we strive for accuracy, rates can change rapidly based on market conditions. It is always advisable to check with Northern Credit Union's official website for the most current offers and terms.

Credit Union Profile & Overview

Credit Union Name Northern Credit Union
Address 138 Factory St, Watertown, NY 13601-1958
Phone 315-782-0155
Fax 315-782-8684
President Gary Rowe
CEO Daniel St. Hilaire
Full-Time Employees 161
Part-Time Employees 1
Branch Locations 10
ATM Locations 10
NCUA Insured ✓ Yes, up to $250,000 per depositor

Financials

MonitorBankRates Star Rating
5.0 / 5.0 ★
Overall Health & Safety Grade
A (95/100)
Texas Ratio
9.67%
Return on Assets (ROA)
0.0748%
Return on Equity (ROE)
0.7337%
Non-Performing Loans Ratio (NPL)
1.32%
Total Assets
698,197,125
Total Amount of Shares and Deposits
614,664,537
Total Shares and Deposits < 1 Year
613,124,936
Total Shares and Deposits 1 3 Years
859,677
Total Shares and Deposits > 3 Years
679,924
Total Uninsured Member Shares and Deposits > $250K (A+A1+B+C+D+E)
38,335,503
Total Uninsured Shares and Deposits > $250K (F+J)
38,335,503
Total Insured Shares and Deposits > $250K (item 17 less item K)
576,329,034
Total Interest Expense (Sum of items 6 8)
4,670,176
Share Certificates
2,503
Number of Accounts for Share Drafts
39,671
IRA KEOGH Accounts
707
Number of Accounts for Regular Shares
66,241
All other shares
1,630
Money Market Shares
318
Net Worth Classification if credit union is not new (Based upon Call Report data only See instructions)
Well Capitalized
Net Worth Classification if credit union is a new credit union
Well Capitalized
Total Cash on Deposit (Amounts Deposited in Financial Institutions)
63,325,292
Total Liabilities
632,019,397
Source: NCUA — Last Updated 06/30/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About Northern Credit Union

What is the highest savings rate at Northern Credit Union?

The highest Northern Credit Union savings rate is its NEXT eSavings at 5.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

What is the highest money market rate at Northern Credit Union?

The highest Northern Credit Union money market rate is its Business Money Market Account In NY at 2.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

What is the highest checking rate at Northern Credit Union?

The highest Northern Credit Union checking rate is its Premium Rewards Checking at 2.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

What is the lowest auto loan rate at Northern Credit Union?

The lowest Northern Credit Union auto loan rate is its NEXT Auto Loan at 4.99% APR, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

What is the lowest personal loan rate at Northern Credit Union?

The lowest Northern Credit Union personal loan rate is its Personal Loans at 9.24% APR, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

What is the lowest credit card APR at Northern Credit Union?

The lowest Northern Credit Union credit card APR is its Platinum Visa Credit Card at 9.40% APR, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 30, 2026.

How many branches does Northern Credit Union operate?

Northern Credit Union currently maintains approximately multiple branch location(s). Physical branches allow members to access in-person services such as notary consultations and safe deposit boxes.

Is a member application needed to join Northern Credit Union?

Yes, to access services at Northern Credit Union, a member application is required. As a credit union, membership is based on specific eligibility criteria such as where you live, work, or your organizational affiliations.

Is there a first-time homebuyer program?

Currently, Northern Credit Union does not list a specific first-time homebuyer program, but they provide a range of mortgage and home equity products to assist members with property financing.

Are credit management and repair services offered?

While formal credit repair services are not currently listed, Northern Credit Union provides members with tools to manage their accounts and build a solid financial history.

Does Northern Credit Union offer online and mobile banking?

Most modern institutions like Northern Credit Union provide digital access. This includes the ability to check balances, transfer funds, deposit checks via mobile app, and view statements online. You can usually find these services at their official website: https://www.mynorthern.com.

Are all CD rates listed on MonitorBankRates federally insured?

Most are. Banks are insured by the FDIC and most credit unions by the NCUA, up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category. A small number of credit unions are privately insured instead, and we label them on their pages. MonitorBankRates is not a bank or credit union; deposit insurance comes from the institution where you open the account.

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Why are some CD offers not available for me to open?

Some offers are limited to certain states or local areas, require membership in the credit union, need a minimum deposit, or were promotions that have since ended. Rates can also change after we verify them. The institution's website has the current eligibility rules.

How do Northern Credit Union rates compare?

Northern Credit Union's savings rates are 571% higher than the MonitorBankRates national average, and it has an A health rating. Northern Credit Union's top rates are its NEXT eSavings at 5.00% APY, its Business Money Market Account In NY at 2.00% APY, its Premium Rewards Checking at 2.00% APY, its Personal Loans at 9.24% APR and its Platinum Visa Credit Card at 9.40% APR, verified by MonitorBankRates on October 30, 2026.

Current Northern Credit Union Rates

  • Savings5.00%
  • MMA2.00%
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