Current Pella, Iowa CD rates include Washington State Bank Washington, IAWashington State Bank Washington, IA703 Main St, Pella, IA 50219A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.66%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month CD Specials at 4.25% APY, Leighton State BankLeighton State Bank900 Washington St, Pella, IA 50219A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.11%Real return: +1.29%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 2 Year Certificates of Deposits (CDs) at 4.09% APY, Marion County State BankMarion County State Bank800 Main St, Pella, IA 50219A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.61%Real return: +0.85%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 3 Month CD at 3.65% APY, Community 1st Credit Union Ottumwa, IACommunity 1st Credit Union Ottumwa, IA500 Main St, Pella, IA 50219 1832B-4.4 ★Texas Ratio: 22.66%Real return: +0.75%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Certificate at 3.55% APY, and Bank IowaBank Iowa640 Washington St, Pella, IA 50219A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 12.73%Real return: -0.97%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month CD at 1.83% APY. CD rates as of September 22, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Pella has 75 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.25% APY from Washington State Bank Washington, IA at 703 Main St, Pella, IA 50219. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Iowa 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: September 22, 2026
At Maturity
Interest Compounded and Credited At Maturity
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
$30,000 Max. - Penalty for Early Withdrawal. Only available for members under age 18. Member may add to certificate balance at any time.
Balance: $100,000 and above
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
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 Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Interest Payment Options Early withdrawal penalty Penalty for early withdrawal. Many interest payment options are available. Ask an associate for details.
APY = Annual Percentage Yield; Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Non-institutional funds only. Rate current as of 12/11/25.
Published APY range: 3.29% to 3.80%; Published rate range: 3.25% to 3.75%. Earn our highest rates* when you qualify for the Platinum tier of our Benefits Banking Loyalty Program . Open Online
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999
IRA
Balance: $500.00
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
IRA
APY* Quarterly
Interest Frequency: 3 Months; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 91 Days
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
Balance: $5,000 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000
Semi-Annually
Interest Compounded and Credited At Maturity
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Term: 6 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $100,000 and above
Term: 6 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater; Compounding Period: Quarterly
Member Loyalty APY: 4.20%; Period: Quarterly; Amount: $100,000.00 & greater
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
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.
Compounding Period: Quarterly
Member Loyalty APY: 4.10%; Period: Quarterly; Amount: $1,000.00-99,999.99
not applicable to IRAs
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $10,000-$99,999
Diamond APY
IRA
Platinum APY
Balance: $1,000-$9,999
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
APY* Quarterly
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Semi-Annually
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Term: 12 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
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: $100,000 and above
Balance: $100,000 & over
Term: 12 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Minimum Deposit: $100.00
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
LIMITED TIME ONLY!
To qualify the individual must be 18 years of age or younger. Two additional deposits may be made during the 12 month term; minimum deposit of $100 required for each deposit.
Term: 12 Month KIDS CD & 2 Add-Ons
Balance: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater; Compounding Period: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 & greater; Period: Quarterly
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Certificate of Deposit ($10,000-250,000) and IRAs ($1,000-250,000)
CD Specials
Period: Monthly
Compounding Period: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000.00-99,999.99; Period: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Balance: $100,000+
Semi-Annually
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Term: 18 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Bump-Up CD; Available for a limited time only; Allows you to increase your rate once during the term of your CD if Capra's rates increase; Valid for new customers to Capra Bank; Must have or open an active Elevate or Summit checking account to obtain CD Special Offer; Available in Dubuque, Lubbock, Albuquerque, and Boise.
Balance: $100,000 and above
Term: 18 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
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: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Penalty: 6 month
Penalty: 6 month
Balance: $15,000 & Above; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
LIMITED TIME ONLY!
CD Specials
limited time!
limited time!
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rate subject to change without notice. Penalty for early withdrawal. APY is accurate as of 01/01/2026. Some restrictions may apply.
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Compounding & Crediting Frequency: semi-annually
Balance: Minimum $5,000 balance required
APY* Quarterly
Balance: $225,000.00 and above
Balance: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`
Semi-Annually
Balance: $75,000.00-$124,999.99
Balance: $500.00-$74,999.99
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and above
Term: 24 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Term: 24 months (Limited Time Special); Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 & over
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: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Limited Time Only; Semi Annual
Balance: $250 - $1,000
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Diamond APY
Platinum APY
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
CD special is available for a limited time! Rates may change without notice. Any fees incurred could reduce earnings. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal of funds.
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Balance: $15,000 & Above; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Base APY
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
CD Specials
Quarterly
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $2,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $15,000 & Above; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Penalty for Early Withdrawal
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: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
**
Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $50,000 and above
One Bump - Up per Term
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
Quarterly
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $2,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $15,000 & Above; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Balance: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $50,000.00 and above
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
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: $25,000.00-$49,999.99
Balance: $5,000.00-$24,999.99
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you. Early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest will be imposed and may be deducted from principal amount. Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY.
Semi-Annually
Interest Compounded and Credited Semi-Annually
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $0 - $9,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $2,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; IRA & ESA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $15,000 & Above; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Balance: $1,000-$14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $50,000 and above
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $10,000 - $1,000
Rates subject to change. Minimum balance required. Call Telco Triad for details.
During the initial term, if the dividend rate increases on 36-month, 48-month or a 60-month Certificates, you are eligible to bump up your dividend rate two times for the remaining term of your certificate.
During the initial term, if the dividend rate increases on 36-month, 48-month or a 60-month Share Certificates, you are eligible to bump up your dividend rate two times for the remaining term of your certificate.
Compounding & Crediting Frequency: semi-annually
Balance: $25,000-$49,999.99
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you. Early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest will be imposed and may be deducted from principal amount. Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY.
Compare local Pella, IA 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.
Iowa 12-month CD rates rose 0.004 points over the past 7 days to 2.945% APY.
Iowa 6-month CD rates currently average 2.760% APY based on data from institutions in our monitoring network.
Where are Iowa 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 Iowa average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | IA Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.055% | $102.77 | $205.54 | $513.85 | $1,027.70 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.760% | $137.99 | $275.97 | $689.93 | $1,379.85 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.945% | $147.27 | $294.54 | $736.35 | $1,472.70 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.813% | $140.67 | $281.33 | $703.32 | $1,406.65 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.833% | $141.64 | $283.27 | $708.18 | $1,416.35 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.754% | $137.68 | $275.36 | $688.40 | $1,376.80 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.759% | $137.97 | $275.93 | $689.82 | $1,379.65 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.834% | $141.70 | $283.39 | $708.48 | $1,416.95 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of September 22, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Iowa average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | IA Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.055% | $102.77 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.760% | $137.99 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.945% | $147.27 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.833% | $141.64 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.754% | $137.68 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.669% blended | $667.35/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Iowa average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,260 CD rates from 67 banks and 40 credit unions with locations in Pella, Iowa, plus national online institutions available to Iowa 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: Washington State Bank Washington, IA offers a CD at 4.25% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Pella, Iowa.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Pella, Iowa
To find the best APYs in Pella, Iowa, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Pella, Iowa has 40 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
18.8% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 1.1% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s IA 12-month CD average of 2.945%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($3,889/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $115 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 Pella, Iowa 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 Pella, Iowa 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 Pella, Iowa savers easier access to their funds. For example, Leighton State Bank is offering its 6 Month Certificates of Deposits (CDs) at 3.89% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Community 1st Credit Union Ottumwa, IA is offering its 60 Month Certificate at 3.55% 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 Pella, Iowa 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 Pella, Iowa 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 Pella, Iowa 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 Pella, Iowa 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 IA top rate of 4.25% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $425 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Pella, Iowa CD LadderIA CD rates currently range from 2.055% (3-month) to 2.754% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Pella, Iowa CD at 4.25% 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 SavingsIowa’s average 12-month CD is 2.945% 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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