Current Illinois CD rates include Chicago Patrolmens Federal Credit UnionChicago Patrolmens Federal Credit Union1407 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607 1820A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.62%Real return: +1.54%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24-Month IRA at 4.34% APY, Chicago Firefighters Credit UnionChicago Firefighters Credit Union6230 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60638A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.13%Real return: +1.53%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 mos. Share Certificate at 4.33% APY, Vibrant Credit UnionVibrant Credit Union4400 16th St, Moline, IL 61265A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 13.71%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6-Month CD Special at 4.25% APY, First National Bank of PanaFirst National Bank of Pana306 S Locust St, Pana, IL 62557A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.49%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6 Month CD SPECIAL! at 4.25% APY, and Great Rivers BankGreat Rivers Bank694 Bainbridge St, Barry, IL 62312A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.77%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month Certificates of Deposit (CDs) at 4.25% APY. CD rates as of September 21, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Use the tables below to compare CD rates across all terms in Illinois side-by-side. Illinois CD rates currently reach as high as 4.34% APY from Chicago Patrolmens Federal Credit Union at 1407 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60607 1820. 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: September 21, 2026
The national average 3-month CD rate is 2.06% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $500 Minimum
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
Earn 3.55% APY on balances of $500 or more. Account matures in 3 months.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 Month Interest
Penalty: 91 days
$50,000.00; Share Certificates
Monthly: 3.45%; Quarterly: 3.44%
$1,000.00; Share Certificates
Interest Paid at maturity; 3 Month Interest Penalty
Interest Frequency: 3 Months; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 91 Days
The national average 6-month CD rate is 2.77% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Annual Percentage Yield of 4.25% for 6 months. 4 terms to fit your needs-6, 12, 18, and 24-month special. Call or stop in for full details.
Balance: $1,000.00 and over
Certificates $500 to $20,000
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 day dividend
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $0.01
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 Month Interest
Withdrawals made prior to maturity are subject to a loss of 90 days dividend
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
LIMITED TO FUNDS NOT ALREADY ON DEPOSIT
Balance: $500 Minimum
Jumbo rate quoted upon request, depending upon maturity of the certificate. (minimum $100,000)
We use the daily balance method to calculate the interest on the account. This method applies a daily periodic rate to the principal in the account each day. You must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 in the account each day to obtain the disclosed annual percentage yield. You may not make additional deposits into this account. Your account will mature in 6 months. If you withdraw any of the principal before the maturity date, INB will impose a penalty of 90 days of interest. This account will automatically renew at a 6-month term with the standard rates in effect at that time. If you do not withdraw the funds, each renewal term will be 6 months beginning on the maturity date.
Diamond APY
Interest Credited/Compounded: Quarterly; Grace Days: 10; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 Month Interest
Platinum APY
Balance: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00
Monthly: 3.66%; Quarterly: 3.65%; Semi Annual: 3.63%
Balance: 6 Month
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
Penalty: 91 days
The national average 12-month CD rate is 2.95% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Withdrawals made prior to maturity are subject to a loss of 120 days dividend
New Money Only. Dividends may be compounded quarterly or transferred monthly to your FirstCCU savings or checking account.
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
This CD is a fixed rate certificate for the full 12-month term. This offer is for a limited time only, so call or visit our website to open your CD today! Fees, withdrawals, and penalties could reduce the earnings on the account. Interest is paid monthly via ACH or added back at maturity. Minimum deposit $100,000 for Certificates of Deposit (CDs) and applies to new money deposits only.
Balance: $1,000.00 and over
Interest rate is based on a Prime Rate index minus a margin of 3.00%, with a floor of 0% Interest rate may change at any time based on changes in the index
Earn 4.03% APY*
Deposit Amount: $20,000 +
Certificates $500 to $20,000
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Minimum opening deposit required. Penalty may apply for early withdrawal. Offer subject to change without notice. Contact the credit union for complete details.
Balance: $500 Minimum
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Maturity
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Maturity
Balance: 12 Month
Balance: 12 Month
Balance: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
Jumbo rate quoted upon request, depending upon maturity of the certificate. (minimum $100,000)
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
Monthly: 3.87%; Quarterly: 3.85%; Semi Annual: 3.84%
For "new money" only (Does not apply to funds already on deposit with MEFCU)
For "new money" only (Does not apply to funds already on deposit with MEFCU)
Balance: 12 Month
Balance: YOUth Boost 12-Month
Deposit Amount: $5,000 - $20,000
The national average 18-month CD rate is 2.82% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 9/8/2026. Terms and conditions apply. See above rate-term links for details.
Balance: $500 Minimum
Jumbo rate quoted upon request, depending upon maturity of the certificate. (minimum $100,000)
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
Variable Rate
Penalty: 365 days
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
New Money
At Maturity
Balance: $100,000 - and over
$500.00
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Semi-annually
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Semi-annually
$500.00
The national average 24-month CD rate is 2.84% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
Balance: 24 Month
Balance: 24 Month
Diamond APY
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
Platinum APY
Balance: $500 Minimum
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
Term: 24 Months (No penalty for early withdrawal)
Balance: 24 Month
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
Base APY
Jumbo (> $50,000)
Balance: $100,000 - and over
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
At Maturity
Balance: $20,000 +
Compounding: Daily
Balance: $150,000.00 - $250,000.00
$500.00
The national average 36-month CD rate is 2.76% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Balance: 36 Month
Balance: 36 Month
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
Balance: $100,000 - and over
Balance: 36 Month
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
Balance: $500 Minimum
Balance: $500 Minimum Balance for all; Share Certificates, Traditional, Roth, Educational IRA's
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
At Maturity
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999
Interest paid at twice annually/6-30 & 12/31. All rates are subject to change.
Minimum $1,000.00
$500.00
$500.00
Daily Balances: $5,000.00 - and up
$500.00
Interest Credited/Compounded: Quarterly; Grace Days: 10; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 Month Interest
Gold Member Merit rates available to accounts with household relationship of $25,000 or more in loan and deposit balances. Interest and dividends are paid and compounded monthly based on the average daily balance. APY is a variable rate. After issue date, rate may change twice during the term. Term is divided into three equal periods and rate adjusts on anniversary date of each subsequent period. Rate will adjust to current rate for like fixed rate certificate term less a margin (.10% for 36 months; .25% for 60 months). Rate may increase or decrease, but will never be lower than rate earned on issue date. A penalty will or may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. See our CD Truth in Savings Disclosure for further information.
Interest paid at twice annually/6-30 & 12/31. All rates are subject to change.
Interest Compounded Quarterly; 6 Month Interest Penalty
Min Bal $2,500
Monthly: 3.30%; Quarterly: 3.29%; Semi Annual: 3.27%
Minimum: $100 (Youth) or $500 (Regular/Health Savings/IRA)
The national average 48-month CD rate is 2.77% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Balance: $100,000 - and over
Balance: 48 Month
Balance: 48 Month
Balance: 48 Month
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999
Balance: $20,000 +
$500.00
Daily Balances: $5,000.00 - and up
$500.00
For all certificates unless otherwise noted: penalty for early withdrawal. Minimum deposit of $500 required to open certificate & earn dividends. Rate is accurate as today's dividend declaration. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. Rate = dividend rate.
Interest Credited/Compounded: Quarterly; Grace Days: 10; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 Month Interest
Balance: $5,000 - $20,000
$500.00
Monthly: 3.40%; Quarterly: 3.39%; Semi Annual: 3.37%
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999
Gold Member Merit rates available to accounts with household relationship of $25,000 or more in loan and deposit balances. Interest and dividends are paid and compounded monthly based on the average daily balance. APY is a variable rate. After issue date, rate may change twice during the term. Term is divided into three equal periods and rate adjusts on anniversary date of each subsequent period. Rate will adjust to current rate for like fixed rate certificate term less a margin (.10% for 36 months; .25% for 60 months). Rate may increase or decrease, but will never be lower than rate earned on issue date. A penalty will or may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. See our CD Truth in Savings Disclosure for further information.
Balance: $500.00 Minimum Balance
Interest Compounded Quarterly; 12 Month Interest Penalty
Balance: $1,000 - $5,000
Minimum: $100 (Youth) or $500 (Regular/IRA)
The national average 60-month CD rate is 2.84% APY as of September 22, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Balance: 60 Month
Balance: 60 Month
Balance: 60 Month
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 day dividend
$500.00
$500.00
Fixed interest that compounds monthly
$50,000+
Interest Credited/Compounded: Quarterly; Grace Days: 10; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 9 Month Interest
Monthly: 3.50%; Quarterly: 3.49%; Semi Annual: 3.48%
$500.00
Compounding: Daily
Gold Member Merit rates available to accounts with household relationship of $25,000 or more in loan and deposit balances. Interest and dividends are paid and compounded monthly based on the average daily balance. APY is a variable rate. After issue date, rate may change twice during the term. Term is divided into three equal periods and rate adjusts on anniversary date of each subsequent period. Rate will adjust to current rate for like fixed rate certificate term less a margin (.10% for 36 months; .25% for 60 months). Rate may increase or decrease, but will never be lower than rate earned on issue date. A penalty will or may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on the account. See our CD Truth in Savings Disclosure for further information.
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Annually
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Annually
Interest Compounded Quarterly; 12 Month Interest Penalty
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 Month Interest
Compare local Illinois 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.
Illinois 12-month CD rates rose 0.030 points over the past 7 days to 2.952% APY.
Illinois 6-month CD rates rose 0.021 points over the past 7 days to 2.767% APY.
Where are Illinois CD rates headed through September 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 Illinois average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | IL Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.065% | $103.23 | $206.46 | $516.15 | $1,032.30 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.767% | $138.33 | $276.65 | $691.63 | $1,383.25 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.952% | $147.58 | $295.15 | $737.88 | $1,475.75 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.818% | $140.91 | $281.82 | $704.55 | $1,409.10 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.841% | $142.07 | $284.14 | $710.35 | $1,420.70 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.765% | $138.25 | $276.49 | $691.23 | $1,382.45 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.770% | $138.48 | $276.97 | $692.43 | $1,384.85 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.844% | $142.22 | $284.44 | $711.10 | $1,422.20 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of September 21, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Illinois average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | IL Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.065% | $103.23 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.767% | $138.33 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.952% | $147.58 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.841% | $142.07 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.765% | $138.25 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.678% blended | $669.46/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Illinois average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,920 CD rates from 83 banks and 72 credit unions with locations in Illinois, plus national online institutions available to Illinois 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 (1–5), 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: Chicago Patrolmens Federal Credit Union offers a CD at 4.34% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Illinois.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Illinois
To find the best APYs in Illinois, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Illinois has 72 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
17.0% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s IL 12-month CD average of 2.952%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,839/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $143 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 (90–180 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois savers easier access to their funds. For example, Vibrant Credit Union is offering its 6-Month CD Special at 4.25% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, AAEC Credit Union is offering its 5 Year CD at 4.20% 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 Illinois 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 30–180 days of interest. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
At today’s IL top rate of 4.34% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $434 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Illinois CD LadderIL CD rates currently range from 2.065% (3-month) to 2.765% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Illinois CD at 4.34% APY, know your exit cost. Most institutions charge 90–180 days of interest. Calculate your real net return if you need early access.
CD vs. High-Yield SavingsIllinois’s average 12-month CD is 2.952% 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 Illinois. 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 IL.
Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: Our rate updaters verify and update CD rates daily. Because yields can fluctuate rapidly, every CD product listed features its own specific “last updated” date for full transparency.