Miami, Florida CD rates range from 0.01% to 5.20% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 13, 2026. Current Miami, Florida CD rates include Popular DirectPopular Direct8180 Nw 36th St, Miami, FL 33166A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.12%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Certificate at 5.00% APY, City National Bank of FloridaCity National Bank of Florida25 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33130A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.12%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24-month online CD at 4.50% APY, HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA1441 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.86%Real return: +1.65%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month CD at 4.45% APY, Tropical Financial Credit UnionTropical Financial Credit Union20395 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33169A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.93%Real return: +1.60%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month IRA Certificate at 4.40% APY, and Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union909 Brickell Plz Ste 100, Miami, FL 33131 3032A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY. CD rates as of October 13, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Miami has 400 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 5.00% APY from Popular Direct at 8180 Nw 36th St, Miami, FL 33166. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Florida 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 13, 2026
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
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.
Balance: $50,000 or more; Dividends paid MONTHLY; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Dividends paid MONTHLY; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Dividends paid MONTHLY; Min Balance: $500
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Disclosure
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
Regular APY
Balance: $1,000+
Balance: $1,000+
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Early withdrawal penalties may apply.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Relationship APY 0.06%
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Relationship Interest Rate 0.06%; Relationship APY 0.06%
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
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
VIP Bonus Rate; includes 0.25% VIP Relationship Reward Bonus
Existing certificates only - no new accounts offered
Online-only high-yield rates.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Special CD Rates for Continental U.S.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
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
Limited time offer valid starting August 2026; $500 minimum opening deposit
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Promotional Rates
Early withdrawal penalty applies
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Earn 3.50% APY on balances of $500 or more.
Must be new money to Ocean Bank. New money is funds not currently on deposit at Ocean Bank. Initial CD deposit amount is required to be maintained each day to earn the APY disclosed. There will be a penalty for early withdrawals on CDs. Offer does not apply to IRA CDs. Offer subject to change without notice and subject to change at any time.
Balance: $50,000 or more; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Min Balance: $500
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Regular APY
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99; Relationship APY: 1.00%; Standard APY: 1.00%
Online-only high-yield rates.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
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
Special CD Rates for Continental U.S.
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
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
Fixed rate; Dividends compounded and paid monthly
Rate Fixed/Variable: Fixed; Dividends Compounded Paid: Monthly
Lock in your earnings with fixed-rate CD accounts designed to deliver predictable returns. With flexible CD terms ranging from months to years, you can choose the option that aligns with your financial timeline while taking advantage of some of the best CD rates available. The minimum opening deposit is $1,000, and all CDs are backed by FDIC insurance up to the maximum amount allowed by law.
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $500 or more; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 Days Interest
Variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Balance: $50,000 or more; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Special rate for select new CD accounts.
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Min Balance: $500
Minimum of $500 required to open account; All terms are subject to early withdrawal penalty and or fees which may reduce earnings.
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
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.
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Balance: $50,000 or more; Dividends paid MONTHLY
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Dividends paid MONTHLY
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Dividends paid MONTHLY
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
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
Online-only high-yield rates.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $50,000 or more; Dividends paid monthly; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Balance: $500 or more; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 60 Days Interest
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Dividends paid monthly; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Dividends paid monthly; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Minimum of $500 required to open account; All terms are subject to early withdrawal penalty and or fees which may reduce earnings.
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Regular APY
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Individual Retirement Account
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $1,000+
Balance: $1,000+
Online-only high-yield rates.
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Balance: $50,000 or more; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $500 or more; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 90 Days Interest
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Earn 3.20% APY on balances of $500 or more.
Minimum of $500 required to open account; All terms are subject to early withdrawal penalty and or fees which may reduce earnings.
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
Regular APY
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Individual Retirement Account
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $1,000+
Balance: $1,000+
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Balance: $50,000 or more; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $500 or more; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 120 Days Interest
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999; Min Balance: $500
Balance: $500 - $24,999; Min Balance: $500
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
Earn 3.05% APY on balances of $500 or more. Account matures in 48 months. It's easy to get started with a minimum opening balance of $500. Lock in a competitive rate for a 48-month term - regardless of changing interest rates. After 48 months, you can decide your next steps on your savings. Fund your CD with as much as $500,000 online and up to $1,000,000 in a branch.
Regular APY
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
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.
Online-only high-yield rates.
Jumbo; early withdrawal penalty applies
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Effective Date: September 21, 2026
Visit a Branch to Open; Min. Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500
Balance: $500 or more; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 150 Days Interest
Balance: $50,000 or more
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
Balance: $500 - $24,999
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional IRA and Roth IRA Certificate Rates
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase
Rate includes a 10 basis point Justice National Account (JNA) or Beyond the Badge relationship rate increase; Traditional and Roth IRA
New money is defined as money not currently on deposit with People's Alliance Federal Credit Union (PAFCU) and not held by PAFCU within the past 12 months. PAFCU determines whether funds qualify as new money at its sole discretion. Early withdrawal penalties may apply and could reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Limited-time offer. Membership eligibility required. Other terms and restrictions may apply. See a PAFCU representative for complete details.
Regular APY
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99
Fixed rate; dividends compounded monthly
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
New money (at least $5,000 from another source) receives an additional 0.50% above published rates; variable rate account; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Individual Retirement Account
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99; Relationship APY
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Compare local Miami, FL 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 0.012 points over the past 7 days to 3.218% APY.
Florida 6-month CD rates fell 0.002 points over the past 7 days to 3.060% 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 | 2.076% | $103.78 | $207.56 | $518.90 | $1,037.80 |
| 6-Month CD | 3.060% | $153.02 | $306.03 | $765.07 | $1,530.15 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.218% | $160.91 | $321.81 | $804.53 | $1,609.05 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.268% | $163.42 | $326.84 | $817.10 | $1,634.20 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.163% | $158.16 | $316.32 | $790.80 | $1,581.60 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.980% | $148.99 | $297.98 | $744.95 | $1,489.90 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.950% | $147.50 | $294.99 | $737.48 | $1,474.95 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.208% | $160.39 | $320.79 | $801.97 | $1,603.95 |
| 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 | 2.076% | $103.78 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.060% | $153.02 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.218% | $160.91 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.163% | $158.16 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.980% | $148.99 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.899% blended | $724.86/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 1,952 CD rates from 42 banks and 60 credit unions with locations in Miami, 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: Popular Direct offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Miami, Florida.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Miami, Florida
To find the best APYs in Miami, Florida, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Miami, Florida has 60 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
15.9% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%. At today’s FL 12-month CD average of 3.218%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($3,807/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $123 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 Miami, 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 Miami, 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 Miami, Florida savers easier access to their funds. For example, Popular Direct is offering its 6 Month Certificate at 4.35% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Popular Direct is offering its 60 Month Certificate at 5.00% 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 Miami, 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 Miami, 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 Miami, 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 Miami, 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 5.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Miami, Florida CD LadderFL CD rates currently range from 2.076% (3-month) to 2.980% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Miami, Florida CD at 5.00% 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 3.218% 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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Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Miami, Florida. We feature a comprehensive mix of institutions, from neighborhood credit unions and competitive regional banks to high-yield CDs from large national institutions available to savers in FL.
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