Florida CD rates range from 2.75% to 5.20% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 13, 2026. Current Florida CD rates include Raymond James BankRaymond James Bank710 Carillon Pkwy, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.19%Real return: +2.40%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Certificate at 5.20% APY, Platinum Federal Credit UnionPlatinum Federal Credit Union7041 Grand National Dr Ste 201, Orlando, FL 32819A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.89%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Family Legacy Certificate Account at 5.00% APY, Popular DirectPopular Direct1590 Northeast Miami Gardes Drive, North Miami Beach, FL 33179A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.12%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Certificate at 5.00% APY, Third Federal Savings and LoanThird Federal Savings and Loan8270 Ridge Rd, Port Richey, FL 34668A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.32%Real return: +1.95%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6 Month Bonus CD at 4.75% APY, and Nicolet BankNicolet Bank1100 5th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.28%Real return: +1.95%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Relationship CD - 60 Month at 4.75% APY. CD rates as of October 13, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Use the tables below to compare CD rates across all terms in Florida side-by-side. Florida CD rates currently reach as high as 5.20% APY from Raymond James Bank at 710 Carillon Pkwy, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716. 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 13, 2026
The average 3-month CD rate in Florida is 2.06% APY, compared with 2.09% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Available for current 3-Month CD clients only. Online-only high-yield rates.
Special CD Rates for Continental U.S.
Limited time offer valid starting August 2026; $500 minimum opening deposit
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999; Rates effective as of 10/13/2026
Balance: $25,000 to $99,999; Dividends compounded and paid quarterly
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Earn 3.55% APY on balances of $500 or more.
VIP Bonus Rate; includes 0.25% VIP Relationship Reward Bonus
Existing certificates only - no new accounts offered
Existing certificates only - no new accounts offered
VIP Relationship Reward Bonus; VIP Bonus Rate 3.35%; VIP Bonus APY 3.40%
Early withdrawal penalty: 3 Months Dividends
Balance: $1,000,000 OR HIGHER
Open
Balance: $50,000 or more; Dividends paid MONTHLY; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $750,000-$999,999.99
Dividend Rate (Interest) 3.11%; APY 3.15%
Minimum of $1,000.00 required
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Dividends paid MONTHLY; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $50,000-$99,999.99
The average 6-month CD rate in Florida is 3.06% APY, compared with 2.78% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
No penalty for early withdrawals
Online-only high-yield rates.
Commercial/business account with BCFCU required; dividends compounded and credited monthly
Compound Period: Daily
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Special CD Rates for Continental U.S.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Early withdrawal penalty: 3 Months Dividends
4.00% APY 6-Month effective 6/1/2026; Rates effective as of August 24, 2026; Membership is required; Subject to early withdrawal penalty and/or fees
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
Fixed rate; Dividends compounded and paid monthly
Rate Fixed/Variable: Fixed; Dividends Compounded Paid: Monthly
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Dividends compounded and credited monthly; early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Standard tier; Min $500
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
The average 12-month CD rate in Florida is 3.22% APY, compared with 2.99% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Eligibility: must be opened within two years of the date of death; eligibility subject to verification; 12-month fixed term from account opening; one renewal at rate in effect at maturity, rate not guaranteed to match original
Online-only high-yield rates.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Featured rate
Tru Traditional/Roth IRA Accounts
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Minimum to Obtain: $500
Advertised APY includes 0.25% new money increase; requires at least $10,000 from another financial institution; Limited time offer valid starting August 2026
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Jumbo 12 Month Certificates** - Minimum $75,000; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days interest
No penalty for early withdrawals
Compound Period: Daily
Compound Period: Daily
Special CD Rates for Continental U.S.
Early withdrawal penalty: 3 Months Dividends
4.10% APY 12-Month Share Certificate (CD) effective 8/24/2026; Rates effective as of August 24, 2026; Membership is required; Subject to early withdrawal penalty and/or fees
Tier: Super Jumbo Max
Balance: $1,000,000 OR HIGHER
Dividends compounded and credited monthly; early withdrawal penalty applies
Compound Period: Daily
The average 18-month CD rate in Florida is 3.26% APY, compared with 2.87% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Promotional certificate. Minimum balance to open jumbo share certificate and obtain APY is $100,000.
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
Or, 4.35% APY* with $100 min.
Regular
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Balance: $1,000 - $100,000 +
Regular
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Interest Frequency: Semi
Dividends compounded and credited monthly; early withdrawal penalty applies
Interest Frequency: Semi
Rates are available when account is opened in a Santander location in CT, DE, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, or select areas in FL: Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward counties, and Collier county ZIP Code 34141. Rates in other areas or for online openings may not be available.
Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Requires a qualifying checking account.
The average 24-month CD rate in Florida is 3.15% APY, compared with 2.88% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Online-only high-yield rates.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999; Tier 1
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Save on your terms with a guaranteed rate of return on a Certificate of Deposit.
Tru Traditional/Roth IRA Accounts
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Compound Period: Daily
Compound Period: Daily
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Interest Frequency: Semi
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Interest Frequency: Semi
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Effective Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999; $1,000 Minimum Investment; Dividend rate fixed for term; early withdrawal penalty
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999; Dividend Rate accurate as of August 5th, 2026; fixed for term
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
The average 36-month CD rate in Florida is 2.97% APY, compared with 2.81% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Online-only high-yield rates.
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Tier: Super Jumbo Max
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Interest Frequency: Semi
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Interest Frequency: Semi
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Minimum to Obtain: $500
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999; $1,000 Minimum Investment; Dividend rate fixed for term; early withdrawal penalty
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999; Dividend Rate accurate as of August 5th, 2026; fixed for term
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $100,000
The average 48-month CD rate in Florida is 2.95% APY, compared with 2.80% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Interest Frequency: Semi
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Early withdrawal penalty: 9 Months Dividends
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
VIP Bonus Rate; includes 0.25% VIP Relationship Reward Bonus
Balance: $750,000-$999,999.99
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Jumbo Share Certificate for opening deposits of $100,000 or more
Balance: $500,000-$749,999.99
Effective January 24, 2023; Management has discretion to match local rate offerings; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Effective January 24, 2023; Management has discretion to match local rate offerings; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: $1,000.00 and over; Regular or IRA certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000 and over
VIP Relationship Reward Bonus; VIP Bonus Rate 3.69%; VIP Bonus APY 3.75%
Compound Period: Daily
Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Last updated 10/09/2026
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IRA Certificate
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
The average 60-month CD rate in Florida is 3.19% APY, compared with 2.90% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Jumbo 60 Month Certificates** - Minimum $75,000; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days interest
Online-only high-yield rates.
Minimum $5,000; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days interest
90 days interest penalty for early withdrawal
Interest Frequency: Semi
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Interest Frequency: Semi
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Regular CD; Tier: Super Jumbo Max
Interest Frequency: Semi
VIP Bonus Rate; includes 0.25% VIP Relationship Reward Bonus
Call for weekly rates and information. Early withdrawal penalties apply.
Early withdrawal penalty: 9 Months Dividends
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000+
Effective January 24, 2023; Management has discretion to match local rate offerings; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Effective January 24, 2023; Management has discretion to match local rate offerings; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100,000
VIP Relationship Reward Bonus; VIP Bonus Rate 3.93%; VIP Bonus APY 4.00%
Offer and rate valid as of October 1, 2026, and may be canceled without notice. Membership and eligibility requirements apply. Fees may reduce earnings. The initial deposit cannot exceed $5 million per member or $10 million per address. Advertised Annual Percentage Yield (APY) for 60-month CD is 4.00%, based on the assumption that the funds will remain in the certificate until maturity. Penalties may apply for withdrawal of funds before maturity. Contact employees for further information on fees and terms.
Compare local Florida 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.
Florida 12-month CD rates rose 0.022 points over the past 7 days to 3.217% APY.
Florida 6-month CD rates rose 0.007 points over the past 7 days to 3.063% APY.
Where are Florida 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 Florida average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | FL Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.062% | $103.08 | $206.15 | $515.38 | $1,030.75 |
| 6-Month CD | 3.063% | $153.17 | $306.33 | $765.83 | $1,531.65 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.217% | $160.87 | $321.74 | $804.35 | $1,608.70 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.263% | $163.14 | $326.27 | $815.68 | $1,631.35 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.152% | $157.58 | $315.15 | $787.88 | $1,575.75 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.968% | $148.41 | $296.81 | $742.03 | $1,484.05 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.949% | $147.44 | $294.88 | $737.20 | $1,474.40 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.192% | $159.58 | $319.15 | $797.88 | $1,595.75 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 13, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Florida average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | FL Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.062% | $103.08 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.063% | $153.17 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.217% | $160.87 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.152% | $157.58 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.968% | $148.41 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.892% blended | $723.11/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Florida average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,821 CD rates from 38 banks and 70 credit unions with locations in Florida, plus national online institutions available to Florida 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: Raymond James Bank offers a CD at 5.20% APY with a minimum deposit of $2,000. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Florida.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Florida
To find the best APYs in Florida, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Florida has 70 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
21.3% 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. At today’s FL 12-month CD average of 3.217%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,189/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $135 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 Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida savers easier access to their funds. For example, Third Federal Savings and Loan is offering its 6 Month Bonus CD at 4.75% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Raymond James Bank is offering its 60 Month Certificate at 5.20% 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 Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida 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 Florida 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 FL top rate of 5.20% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $520 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Florida CD LadderFL CD rates currently range from 2.062% (3-month) to 2.968% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Florida CD at 5.20% 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 SavingsFlorida’s average 12-month CD is 3.217% 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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