Scottsdale, Arizona CD rates range from 0.01% to 4.80% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Scottsdale, Arizona CD rates include Academy BankAcademy Bank7150 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%Real return: +1.60%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Certificate of Deposit 18-Month at 4.40% APY, Banterra BankBanterra Bank15100 N 78th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85260A4.7 ★Texas Ratio: 4.32%Real return: +1.60%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 36-Month CD at 4.40% APY, Vio BankVio Bank20645 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.93%Real return: +1.60%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month Certificate of Deposit (CD) at 4.40% APY, Flagstar Bank, National AssociationFlagstar Bank, National Association6900 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251D3.3 ★Texas Ratio: 35.11%Real return: +1.50%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Business CD at 4.30% APY, and Pima Federal Credit UnionPima Federal Credit Union7373 N Scottsdale Rd Ste A195, Scottsdale, AZ 85253 3593A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.94%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month Term Share Certificates at 4.25% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Scottsdale has 207 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.40% APY from Academy Bank at 7150 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Arizona area. Rates are continually updated, so we recommend checking back frequently.
The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed reflect actual verified offers from top-rated institutions. Rates are subject to change at the institution's discretion without notice and may depend on your initial funding amount. A substantial penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal, which could reduce earnings on the account. CD Rates Last Updated and Verified: October 14, 2026
Loyalty Program Platinum Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%)
Loyalty Program Gold Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%)
Limited time special offer; Balance under $100k; Jumbo ($100,000+) balances require a branch; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Open Online
Loyalty Program Silver Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%)
Loyalty Program Bronze Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%)
Base Interest Rate and Base APY (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $90,000 +; Renewal Term: 3 Months; $1,000 minimum to open ($500 minimum for minors); A penalty may be assessed for early withdrawal
Balance: $90,000 and over; Renewal Term: 3 Months
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $1,000 - $89,999; Renewal Term: 3 Months; $1,000 minimum to open ($500 minimum for minors); A penalty may be assessed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $89,999; Renewal Term: 3 Months
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $10,000 - up; Renewal Rate: 3.500%; Renewal APY: 3.546%
Promotional yield; APY calculated on 3.93% base rate; new certificates only; membership eligibility required; no additional deposits
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Maturity
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Maturity
CD Term (Minimum Balance $500); Accurate as of 09/30/2026
$25,000 min. deposit
$50,000 min. deposit
$25,000 min. deposit; Rates for California; Effective Date: 02/04/2026
Dividend Rate; $25,000 min. deposit
Share Certificate Rates; Effective Date: 02/04/2026; Rates for California
Effective Date: 02/04/2026
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000.00 - $9,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
APY accurate as of 10/13/2026; Maximum deposit $10 million; Limited-time offer
Short-Term Growth; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/13/2026; Limited-time offer
APY as high as 4.05%; Rate type: Fixed; Terms available from six months to five years; No monthly or annual service fees; Minimum balance $100,000
Checking Relationship APY
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Featured rate; Jumbo certificate; Fixed for the term; Dividends compounded monthly
Example rate for Share Certificate ladder strategy. APYs shown above are not the current certificate term rates and are used only as example.
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $2,500 - $9,999.99; Renewal Rate: 3.800%; Renewal APY: 3.836%
Promotional yield; APY calculated on 3.93% base rate; new certificates only; membership eligibility required; no additional deposits
Relationship Rate APY; requires Relationship Rates qualifying conditions; Consumer Certificate of Deposit
Terms: See Terms
Min. Amount: $50,000
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Maturity
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Share Certificates ($500 Minimum)
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Min. Amount: $25,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Maturity
Special rate as of August 18, 2026; APY effective as of August 18, 2026; Call or visit your local First Western Bank for more information
Balance: $15,000 - $29,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000
Min. Amount: $10,000
APY accurate as of 10/13/2026; Maximum deposit $10 million; Limited-time offer
Top Rate; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/13/2026; Not available for public units or Business CDs; Limited-time offer
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Checking Relationship APY
Example rate for Share Certificate ladder strategy. APYs shown above are not the current certificate term rates and are used only as example.
CD yields may vary depending on your area. Contact your local branch for details.
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Base rate from Consumer Rate Sheet
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Ramp Up CDs
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Available to qualifying members ages 0-23; earns an additional 0.25% APY over the regular 12-Month Certificate rate, up to a maximum balance of $2,000
Balance: $2,500 - $9,999.99; Renewal Rate: 4.000%; Renewal APY: 4.000%
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Terms: See Terms
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $25-$1,000
Required Amount: IRA (Pd Qtrly); Renewal Rate: 4.000%; Renewal APY: 4.060%
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Minimum Opening Balance: $2,000; Minimum Balance to Earn APY: $2,000
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Checking Relationship APY
Balanced Growth; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/13/2026; Not available for public units or Business CDs; Limited time offer
Homepage featured rate: 18-mo. CD at 4.20% APY
Example rate for Share Certificate ladder strategy. APYs shown above are not the current certificate term rates and are used only as example.
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
CD yields may vary depending on your area. Contact your local branch for details.
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Terms: See Terms
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Semiannually
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Daily Balance of; Payment Frequency: Semiannually
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Share Certificates ($500 Minimum)
Balance: $1,000 minimum - $150,000 maximum; Limited Time Offer
IRA Certificate of Deposit; APY accurate as of 10/02/2026; not eligible for Relationship Rate
Minimum Opening Balance: $2,000; Minimum Balance to Earn APY: $2,000
Balance: $10,000 or Greater
Balance: $500-$9,999
Relationship Pricing; requires Checking and Direct Deposit or Regular Reoccurring Deposit to Checking; Compounding: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
Relationship Pricing; requires Checking and Direct Deposit or Regular Reoccurring Deposit to Checking; Compounding: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
Non-Relationship Pricing; Compounding Period: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99; Direct Deposit (DDEP) APY: 2.75%
Compounded Monthly
Checking Relationship APY
Long-Term Security; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/13/2026; Not available for public units or Business CDs; Limited-time offer
Limited Time Offer. Earn 2.85% APY when you move your money from an outside bank to a high-yield 24-month Share Certificate from OneAZ. Promotional APY is available for both consumer (excluding IRA's) and business accounts. Membership qualifications apply.
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Base rate from Consumer Rate Sheet
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Jumbo CDs
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Ramp Up CDs
CD yields may vary depending on your area. Contact your local branch for details.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Limited time offer; APY effective 08/13/2026, subject to change at any time; interest compounded quarterly; interest rates fixed for the term; early withdrawal penalty applies
Terms: See Terms
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Special rate as of August 18, 2026; APY effective as of August 18, 2026; Call or visit your local First Western Bank for more information
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000
Relationship Rate APY; requires Relationship Rates qualifying conditions; Consumer Certificate of Deposit
CD rate promo; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/13/2026; Terms and conditions apply
Checking Relationship APY
This is a fixed rate account. Minimum opening deposit of $2,000 required. You must make maintain a balance equal to the minimum balance required to obtain the disclosed APY Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Certificates will automatically renew at maturity. You will have a 10 day grace period to make deposits and withdrawals without penalty.
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Base rate from Consumer Rate Sheet
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Jumbo CDs
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Ramp Up CDs
CD yields may vary depending on your area. Contact your local branch for details.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000
Relationship Rate APY; requires Relationship Rates qualifying conditions; Consumer Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000
Checking Relationship APY
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Base rate from Consumer Rate Sheet
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Jumbo CDs
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Ramp Up CDs
CD yields may vary depending on your area. Contact your local branch for details.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000.00 and over; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Business Certificate; Dividend Rate 3.69%; Early withdrawal penalty: 365 days' dividends (36 months or more); Effective October 5, 2026
Jumbo; Penalties may apply for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Direct Deposit (DDEP) bonus APY: 3.90%
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Direct Deposit (DDEP) APY: 3.90%
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99; Direct Deposit (DDEP) bonus APY: 3.75%
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99; Direct Deposit (DDEP) APY: 3.75%
Penalties may apply for early withdrawal.
A minimum of $500 is required to establish a share certificate
Relationship Pricing; requires Checking and Direct Deposit or Regular Reoccurring Deposit to Checking; Compounding: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
Relationship Pricing; requires Checking and Direct Deposit or Regular Reoccurring Deposit to Checking; Compounding: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
Non-Relationship Pricing; Compounding Period: Monthly; Effective July 1, 2026
CD Term (Minimum Balance $500)
Jumbo certificate; $100,000 min. deposit
Jumbo: $100,000 min. deposit; Dividend Rate 2.810%
Checking Relationship APY
This is a fixed rate account. Minimum opening deposit of $2,000 required. You must make maintain a balance equal to the minimum balance required to obtain the disclosed APY Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Certificates will automatically renew at maturity. You will have a 10 day grace period to make deposits and withdrawals without penalty.
Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Base rate from Consumer Rate Sheet
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Jumbo CDs
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Balance: $90,000 +; Renewal Term: 60 Months; $1,000 minimum to open ($500 minimum for minors); A penalty may be assessed for early withdrawal
Balance: $90,000 and over; Renewal Term: 60 Months
Balance: $1,000 - $89,999; Renewal Term: 60 Months; $1,000 minimum to open ($500 minimum for minors); A penalty may be assessed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $89,999; Renewal Term: 60 Months
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Also applies to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates
Dividends credited monthly; early-withdrawal penalties may apply
Bump-rate certificate; can increase rate once during term; dividends credited monthly; early-withdrawal penalties may apply; additional deposits up to $10,000 per calendar month
Terms: See Terms
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Relationship Rate APY; requires Relationship Rates qualifying conditions; Consumer Certificate of Deposit
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $50,000
Compare local Scottsdale, AZ CD rate quotes against the statewide average
Daily CD rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions, updated every evening.
Arizona 12-month CD rates rose 0.026 points over the past 7 days to 3.378% APY.
Arizona 6-month CD rates rose 0.006 points over the past 7 days to 3.121% APY.
Where are Arizona CD rates headed through October 2027?
Projections based on Fed funds rate futures and historical CD-to-fed-funds spread model. Not financial advice.
Annual interest earnings at today’s Arizona average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | AZ Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.343% | $117.14 | $234.28 | $585.70 | $1,171.40 |
| 6-Month CD | 3.121% | $156.07 | $312.14 | $780.35 | $1,560.70 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.378% | $168.92 | $337.83 | $844.58 | $1,689.15 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.265% | $163.26 | $326.51 | $816.28 | $1,632.55 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.140% | $157.01 | $314.02 | $785.05 | $1,570.10 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.977% | $148.86 | $297.71 | $744.28 | $1,488.55 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.669% | $133.43 | $266.85 | $667.13 | $1,334.25 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.041% | $152.07 | $304.14 | $760.35 | $1,520.70 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 14, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Arizona average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | AZ Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.343% | $117.14 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.121% | $156.07 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.378% | $168.92 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.140% | $157.01 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.977% | $148.86 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.992% blended | $748.00/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Arizona average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 900 CD rates from 23 banks and 38 credit unions with locations in Scottsdale, Arizona, plus national online institutions available to Arizona residents. 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 to 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: Academy Bank offers a CD at 4.40% APY with a minimum deposit of $500. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Scottsdale, Arizona.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Scottsdale, Arizona
To find the best APYs in Scottsdale, Arizona, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Scottsdale, Arizona has 38 credit unions in our database, and they consistently offer some of the highest yields because they have lower overhead than traditional 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.
Also compare the early withdrawal penalty. Common penalties range from 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term. If you’re unsure whether you’ll need the funds early, a no-penalty CD or a high-yield savings account may be a better fit.
Local demographics and economic context for CD savers. Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024
26.4% of residents are 65 or older, above the national average of 17.3%, making fixed-rate CDs a particularly relevant savings vehicle in this market; a low unemployment rate of 3.6% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s AZ 12-month CD average of 3.378%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($6,679/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $226 annually in interest.
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates 2024. Median earnings from ACS 2023 place-level estimates.
What to compare when choosing between a CD and other deposit accounts
| Feature | CD | High-Yield Savings | Money Market | 6-Month CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate Type | Fixed APY | Variable APY | Variable APY | Fixed APY |
| Liquidity | Locked for term | Anytime | Anytime | Locked 6 months |
| Early Withdrawal | Penalty (months of interest) | None | None | Penalty (90 to 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 savings goal, CD ladder | Emergency fund, flexible savings | Liquid savings with check-writing | Slightly higher yield, less urgency |
A certificate of deposit (CD) is a deposit account that holds a fixed sum of money for a fixed term, commonly three months to five years, in exchange for a guaranteed interest rate. In return for leaving the money untouched until the term ends, a saver in Scottsdale, Arizona typically earns a higher rate than a standard savings account pays. CDs from banks are insured by the FDIC and those from credit unions by the NCUA, in Scottsdale, Arizona as everywhere in the U.S.
The term is the length of time the money is committed before the CD matures. Shorter terms such as three or six months give Scottsdale, Arizona savers easier access to their funds. For example, Flagstar Bank, National Association is offering its 6-Month Business CD at 4.10% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Pima Federal Credit Union is offering its 60 Month Term Share Certificates at 4.00% APY. When a CD matures, the depositor can withdraw the principal and interest or roll the balance into a new term, so it helps to match the term to when the money will actually be needed.
CDs are among the lowest-risk savings products available because the rate is fixed for the full term and the balance is federally insured up to $250,000 per depositor, per institution, per ownership category. For a Scottsdale, Arizona saver, the main trade-off is liquidity: withdrawing funds before maturity usually triggers an early-withdrawal penalty, often 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term.
Interest on a CD is calculated using the annual percentage yield (APY), which reflects the effect of compounding over a year. Depending on the institution, interest may be credited monthly, quarterly, or at maturity, and can be paid out to a linked account or added back to the CD to compound. When comparing the Scottsdale, Arizona CDs listed above, a saver gets the truest picture of total earnings by looking at APY rather than the nominal rate.
Most CDs carry a fixed rate that is locked for the entire term, protecting a Scottsdale, Arizona depositor if market rates fall after the account is opened. Some institutions offer variable-rate or bump-up CDs whose rate can change during the term; these may start lower but allow the rate to rise if conditions improve. Which is better depends on the direction a saver expects rates to move.
See exactly what a CD will earn by maturity. Enter your deposit, pick a term, and set the APY, or click any current Scottsdale, Arizona rate on the right to apply that term and rate instantly. CD rates are fixed for the full term.
Assumes the APY is held to maturity with interest compounding and remaining in the CD. Early withdrawals typically forfeit 30 to 180 days of interest. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
At today’s AZ top rate of 4.40% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $440 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Scottsdale, Arizona CD LadderAZ CD rates currently range from 2.343% (3-month) to 2.977% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Scottsdale, Arizona CD at 4.40% APY, know your exit cost. Most institutions charge 90 to 180 days of interest. Calculate your real net return if you need early access.
CD vs. High-Yield SavingsArizona’s average 12-month CD is 3.378% APY. Compare locking in that rate against a flexible high-yield savings account to see which earns more for your deposit and timeline.
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