Current Chicago, Illinois CD rates include Policemens Federal Credit UnionPolicemens Federal Credit Union4100 W 76TH ST, CHICAGO, IL 60652 5600A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.46% offering 12 months (1 year) Certificate at 4.00% APY, State Bank of TexasState Bank of Texas2615 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.36% offering High-Rate Jumbo 12-Month CD at 3.90% APY, Waterman BankWaterman Bank1747 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.95% offering 6 Month Certificates of Deposit at 3.82% APY, Self-Help Federal Credit UnionSelf-Help Federal Credit Union3960 W 26th St, Chicago, IL 60623A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.72% offering 1-Year Certificate at 3.82% APY, and Selfreliance Federal Credit UnionSelfreliance Federal Credit Union2332 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.56% offering 6 Month Certificate and IRA Certificates at 3.79% APY. CD rates as of April 3, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
To help you find the best CD rates in Chicago, Illinois, and the surrounding area,, use our comprehensive rate tables for side-by-side comparisons across all 8 CD terms from local and national banks and credit unions, to ensure you find the best CD rates available.
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: April 3, 2026
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on account. Minimum deposit to open and earn interest: $1,000.
$1,000 minimum balance is required. 90 day early withdrawal penalty.
$500.00 Minimum Balance; Interest Paid at maturity; 3 Month Interest Penalty
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$1,000 minimum balance required for all Certificate of Deposits
No monthly fee
Quarterly compounding. IRA funds permitted. No business funds permitted.
$1,000 minimum balance is required. 90 day early withdrawal penalty.
Quarterly Compound
$100,000
$500.00 Minimum Balance; Interest Compounded Quarterly; 3 Month Interest Penalty
Minimum deposit $100,000 for Certificates of Deposit (CDs) and applies to new money deposits only. 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. Call for rates and APY on additional minimum balances.
Quarterly compounding. IRA funds permitted. No business funds permitted.
$1,000 to $4,999.99
Limited time offer. Only available in our branches.
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For "new money" only (Does not apply to funds already on deposit with MEFCU)
$100,000
$500.00 Minimum Balance; Interest Compounded Quarterly; 3 Month Interest Penalty
Minimum Balance Required to open account $500
Save more when you move at least $500 from another financial institution.
Rate changes quarterly-Quarterly compounding-<br/>$100.00 minimum additions permitted-IRA fund also permitted
$1,000 to $4,999.99
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on account. Minimum deposit to open and earn interest: $1,000.
$500.00 Minimum Balance; Interest Compounded Quarterly; 6 Month Interest Penalty
$500 Minimum Balance to obtain APY*
Early withdrawal penalty may apply. Annual payout of dividends required.
$1,000 to $4,999.99
Daily compounding. IRA funds permitted. No business funds permitted
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on account. Minimum deposit to open and earn interest: $1,000.
Minimum balance of $1,000 is required. 180 day early withdrawal penalty.
SPECIAL!!!
$100,000
$500.00 Minimum Balance; Interest Compounded Quarterly; 6 Month Interest Penalty
Quarterly Compound
Minimum Balance Required to open account $500
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$1,000 to $4,999.99
Minimum balance of $1,000 is required. 180 day early withdrawal penalty.
$100,000
$500 Minimum Balance to obtain APY*
Quarterly Compound
Minimum Balance Required to open account $500
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$1,000 to $4,999.99
Quarterly compounding, $10.00 min. additions
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings on account. Minimum deposit to open and earn interest: $1,000.
$100,000
Minimum Balance Required to open account $500
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No monthly fee
$100,000
$500 Minimum Balance to obtain APY*
Minimum balance of $10,000 is required.
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