Sharpsburg, Iowa CD rates from banks and credit unions serving Iowa range from 0.03% to 4.80% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Sharpsburg, Iowa CD rates include Serve Credit UnionServe Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.05%Real return: +2.00%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60-Month Certificate at 4.80% APY, Marine Credit UnionMarine Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 13.08%Real return: +1.86%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Jumbo Individual Retirement Account Certificates - 60-month at 4.66% APY, Luana Savings BankLuana Savings BankA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.00%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Certificate of Deposit - 36 Month at 4.50% APY, Fidelity Bank & Trust (IA)Fidelity Bank & Trust (IA)A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 12.05%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month CD at 4.50% APY, and Fidelity Bank Savanna, ILFidelity Bank Savanna, ILA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.99%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 20-month special, with rollover into 24-month at time of maturity at 4.50% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Sharpsburg is a smaller community with no bank or credit union branches currently in our database. 777 institutions serving the Iowa area are available to Sharpsburg residents, with CD rates as high as 4.80% APY from Serve Credit Union. 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 14, 2026
Loyalty Program Platinum Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%)
Non-institutional funds only. Rate current as of 9/25/26.
Only available for members under age 18; $100 min, $30,000 max; Member may add to certificate balance at any time; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Loyalty Program Gold Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%)
Balance: $100,000 and above
Limited time special offer; Balance under $100k; Jumbo ($100,000+) balances require a branch; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Open Online
Loyalty Program Silver Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%)
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Loyalty Program Bronze Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%)
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; 3 Month Certificate requires minimum deposit of $5,000; Rate = dividend rate
Interest Compounded and Credited: At Maturity
Base Interest Rate and Base APY (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Penalty for early withdrawal applies; Open Online or Open In Person
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Share Certificate
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; Rates as of August 21, 2026
Balance: $90,000 +
Balance: $50,000 - $89,999
Balance: $10,000 - $49,999
Balance: $250 - $9,999
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999
@Maturity
Open online; Penalty for Early Withdrawal; Interest compounded quarterly
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
APY* Quarterly
Interest Frequency: 3 Months; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 91 Days
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; Rates as of August 21, 2026
Balance: $100,000 & over
Auto-renews into a 6-month certificate at the current rate when it matures; $5 Membership Share account required
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Featured CD Specials; Balance: $100,000.00 and over
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Featured CD Specials; Balance: $2,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater
Member Loyalty APY: 4.20%; Period: Quarterly
Balance: => $100,000; Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: => $100,000
PENALTY=180 DAYS OF INTEREST
$500 Minimum
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Minimum Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000; APY shown accurate as of 10/1/26 and available for a limited time; Penalty for early withdrawal; Membership required
Balance: $1.00.00-99.999.99
Member Loyalty APY: 4.10%; Period: Quarterly
Dividend Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Not applicable to IRAs; Renewal: Automatic; Rates effective 11/10/25
Balance: $100,000+
APY* Quarterly
Balance: $100,000+
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: < $100,000
Penalty for early withdrawal
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $10,000-$99,999
Minimum Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000+
@Maturity
Interest Compounded and Credited: At Maturity
PENALTY=180 DAYS OF INTEREST
Balance: $1,000-$9,999
Balance: $100,000 minimum; APY is annual percentage yield
Minimum required to obtain APY is $0.01; Public funds not eligible; Interest compounded quarterly
PENALTY=180 DAYS OF INTEREST
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Featured CD Specials; Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $100,000 & over
All accounts are subject to credit qualifications. Early withdrawal penalties may apply, fees may reduce earnings on an account.
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Featured CD Specials; Balance: $2,000.00 - $99,999.99
12 Month KIDS CD & 2 Add-Ons; Balance: $500 and above; Individual must be 18 years of age or younger; two additional deposits may be made during the 12 month term, minimum $100 per deposit
Age: 18 or younger required to qualify; Two additional deposits may be made during the 12 month term; minimum deposit of $100 required for each deposit; Deposit Amount: $500 and above
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 and above
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Dividends compounded quarterly
Limited time only; Minimum $10,000; Dividends are compounded quarterly
$10,000; Dividend rate and APY fixed for the term; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000-24,999
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
$500 Minimum
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Balance: $1,000-9,999
**Substantial penalty for early withdrawal.
Dividend rate shown as 3.92%; APY shown as 4.00%
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater
Time Share Certificates
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Balance: $100,000+
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Balance: $500+; CD Specials
Special rate
Special rate
Balance: $100,000 and above
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Bump-Up CD; Available for a limited time only!; 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. Restrictions apply.; Available in Dubuque, Lubbock, Albuquerque, and Boise.
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
New Money only brought in from other financials; no existing funds are eligible
Balance: $100,000+
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Penalty: 6 month
Penalty: 6 month
Dividends compounded quarterly
Limited time only; Minimum $10,000; Dividends are compounded quarterly
$10,000; Dividend rate and APY fixed for the term; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000+
$10,000 Minimum
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Penalty for early withdrawal
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Interest Compounded and Credited: Semi-Annually
Balance: $500+; CD Specials
Special - limited time; Penalty for early withdrawal
Limited time special; penalty for early withdrawal; rate subject to change without notice
Semi-Annually
APY* Quarterly
Renewal: Automatic; Rates effective 11/10/25
Balance: $1,000+
Interest Paid Monthly
Share Certificate
Compounding & Crediting Frequency: semi-annually
As High As; $1,000 minimum balance required to obtain stated APY in each term tier; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/1/2026 and subject to change without notice; Penalty for early withdrawal; interest compounds daily and is credited monthly and at maturity
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
All accounts are subject to credit qualifications. Early withdrawal penalties may apply, fees may reduce earnings on an account.
Balance: $1,000+
Time Share Certificates
Treasury Rates**: 4.77%
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and above
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Limited Time Only
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Hurry, this short-term CD special offer is available for a limited time! Rates effective as of September 21, 2026. Member FDIC.
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
$500 Minimum
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Penalty for early withdrawal
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: $500+; CD Specials
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Interest Paid Monthly
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Only members younger than 18; $100 minimum - $1,000 maximum
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 and above
Treasury Rates**: 4.87%
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $2,000.00 - $99,999.99
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Limited Time Only
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Balance: $1,000+
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
$100,000 Minimum
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Semi-Annually
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
IRA Savings: $1000 Minimum
$100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Interest Paid Monthly
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
$1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $50,000 and above
One Bump - Up per Term
One Bump - Up per Term
Share Certificate
Minimum Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Renewal: Automatic; Rates effective 11/10/25
Balance: $25,000-$49,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $100,000.00 and above
Balance: $2,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $10,000
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Balance: $1,000+
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Semi-Annually
Share Certificate
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
$100,000 Minimum
Interest Paid Monthly
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
All certificates require a $5 minimum opening balance; $5 Membership Share account required; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Balance: $50,000 and above
Minimum Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Balance tier starting $250,001
Balance: $25,000-$49,999.99
Minimum Balance: $10,000 Minimum
Balance tier starting $50,001
Balance: $5,000-$24,999.99
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you. Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY. Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Balance: $10,000+
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Balance: $100,000.00 and above
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Must have a loan, deposit, or trust and investment account with City State Bank.
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $2,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
Balance: $1,000+
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Interest Paid Monthly
Share Certificate
Balance: $24,999.99 and under; $1,000 minimum deposit to open certificates
As High As; Summary rate card on Rates page
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
$100,000 Minimum
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Balance: 50,000+
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 and above
Balance tier starting $250,001
PENALTY=360 DAYS OF INTEREST
Minimum Balance: $25,000 Minimum
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Compounding & Crediting Frequency: semi-annually
Balance tier starting $50,001
Compare local Sharpsburg, 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 0.016 points over the past 7 days to 2.845% APY.
Iowa 6-month CD rates fell 0.020 points over the past 7 days to 2.671% APY.
Where are Iowa 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 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 | 1.904% | $95.21 | $190.41 | $476.03 | $952.05 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.671% | $133.56 | $267.12 | $667.80 | $1,335.60 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.845% | $142.25 | $284.50 | $711.25 | $1,422.50 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.838% | $141.91 | $283.82 | $709.55 | $1,419.10 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.725% | $136.26 | $272.52 | $681.30 | $1,362.60 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.591% | $129.54 | $259.07 | $647.68 | $1,295.35 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.647% | $132.34 | $264.67 | $661.68 | $1,323.35 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.704% | $135.19 | $270.37 | $675.93 | $1,351.85 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 14, 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 | 1.904% | $95.21 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.671% | $133.56 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.845% | $142.25 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.725% | $136.26 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.591% | $129.54 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.547% blended | $636.82/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 1,131 CD rates from 70 banks and 39 credit unions with locations in Sharpsburg, 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 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: Serve Credit Union offers a CD at 4.80% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Sharpsburg, Iowa.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Sharpsburg, Iowa
To find the best APYs in Sharpsburg, Iowa, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Sharpsburg, Iowa has 39 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 (state-level data shown; city data not available)
18.1% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 3.6% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s IA 12-month CD average of 2.845%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,418/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $126 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 Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg, Iowa savers easier access to their funds. For example, 5 Star Community Credit Union is offering its 6 Month Share Certificate at 4.50% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Serve Credit Union is offering its 60-Month Certificate at 4.80% 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 Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg, 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 to 180 days of interest. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
At today’s IA top rate of 4.80% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $480 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Sharpsburg, Iowa CD LadderIA CD rates currently range from 1.904% (3-month) to 2.591% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Sharpsburg, Iowa CD at 4.80% 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 SavingsIowa’s average 12-month CD is 2.845% 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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Direct-Sourced & Verified CD Rate Data: We aggregate certificate of deposit (CD) rates for Sharpsburg, Iowa directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. By sourcing data from the institutions' own digital properties and manually verifying yields daily, every rate on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.
Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Sharpsburg, Iowa. 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 IA.
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.