Baltimore, Maryland CD rates range from 0.01% to 5.20% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Baltimore, Maryland CD rates include FIRST EAGLEFIRST EAGLE201 E University Pkwy, Baltimore, MD 21218 2829A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.56%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Share Certificate Special - 1 Year Certificate at 5.00% APY, POCU of MarylandPOCU of Maryland900 E Fayette St Rm 606, Baltimore, MD 21233 1050A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.56%Real return: +1.79%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month CD at 4.59% APY, CFG BankCFG Bank1615 Thames St, Baltimore, MD 21231D3.3 ★Texas Ratio: 35.17%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month CD Online and In Branch at 4.50% APY, Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union6417 Petrie Way, Baltimore, MD 21237A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY, and First Financial of Maryland FCUFirst Financial of Maryland FCU8665 Pulaski Hwy Ste 118, Baltimore, MD 21237 3028A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.01%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Certificates - (Share, IRA, HSA) - Better Rewards 12-Month at 4.35% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Baltimore has 298 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 5.00% APY from FIRST EAGLE at 201 E University Pkwy, Baltimore, MD 21218 2829. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Maryland 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 14, 2026
New Money
Balance: $1,000,000.00 and above
Balance: $50,000 Minimum
Balance: $750,000.00 - $999,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 and above
Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Balance: $100,000.00 and above
Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
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$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
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
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Visit or Call
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Effective Date: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Star Member rate
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Schedule an Appointment
Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Preferred APY; includes 0.35% premium; Direct Deposit and eStatements required; $500 minimum to open
Regular, IRA, & ESA Certificate; Base APY; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Rates effective as of 10/12/2026
Base APY; $500 minimum to open
Balance: $250,000.01+; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 2, 2026
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 2, 2026
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
70th Anniversary Special; Minimum balance to open $500.00; Funds must be new money to the Credit Union
Balance: $50,000 Minimum
Balance: $100 Minimum
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
IRA; Dividend rate 3.44%
Dividend rate 3.44%; Jumbo Share
Dividend rate 3.44%; Regular Share
Renewal certificate; Minimum balance to open $500.00
Open now
Balance: $1,000.00
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99; Relationship APY: 1.00%; Standard APY: 1.00%
Relationship APY; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
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
A competitive rate with a shorter commitment
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 09/24/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Visit or Call
Not offered for IRA Certificate; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Balance: $250,000 - $999,999
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Qualifications Required: Checking account; First Eagle debit card; monthly deposits of at least $100.00; Special APY requires a Checking account, First Eagle debit card and monthly deposits of at least $100.00 (must have Checking); funds must be new money to the Credit Union; deposit up to $100,000; early withdrawal penalties apply
High Rate CD Specials; Limited time only; Each account insured up to $250,000; POCUMD membership required to open a Certificate of Deposit
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Maximum initial funding limit is $500,000.
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
High-Rate CD Specials; limited time; each account insured up to $250,000
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Regular Certificate Accounts; Maximum of $24,999
Maximum of $24,999
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Balance: $50,000 Minimum
MyTimes Plus (members 65 and over): $100 Minimum
Set appointment to open; Requires SECU Total Checking - Platinum level; only available to members with a SECU Total Checking & Rewards account that qualified for the platinum rewards level in the last 3 months
Requires SECU Total Checking - Platinum level; Set appointment to open; Only available to members with SECU Total Checking & Rewards account that qualified for platinum rewards level in last 3 months; must be opened in a branch, Virtual Financial Center, or via mail; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Dividend rate 3.71%; Jumbo Share
Balance: $100 Minimum
IRA; Dividend rate 3.68%
Dividend rate 3.68%; Regular Share
Dividends compounded daily, paid monthly
Set appointment to open; Requires SECU Total Checking - Gold level; only available to members with a SECU Total Checking & Rewards account that qualified for the gold rewards level in the last 3 months
Requires SECU Total Checking - Gold level; Set appointment to open; Only available to members with SECU Total Checking & Rewards account that qualified for gold rewards level in last 3 months; must be opened in a branch, Virtual Financial Center, or via mail; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Jumbo CD; Set appointment to open
Jumbo; Set appointment to open; minimum deposit for Jumbo CDs is $100,000; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
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Rates current as of August 26, 2026; CD accounts show the interest rate; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Regular Certificate Accounts
Special rate for select new CD accounts.
Dividend Rate 3.00%; Penalty for early withdrawal applies; IRAs are also subject to IRS penalties
Add-On CD; Open now
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Early withdrawal penalties may apply.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Relationship APY 1.51%
Balance: $1,000.00
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Requires a qualifying checking account.
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
IRA; Dividend rate 3.46%; Available for IRA proceeds transferred from another IRA custodian only; Inherited IRAs ineligible
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
Balance: $100 Minimum
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Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
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
Star Member rate
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Auto-renews at next highest term Share Certificate unless withdrawn at maturity; not offered on Individual Retirement Accounts; early withdrawal penalty applies
Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Our highest featured APY, locked in for longer.
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 09/24/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Traditional and Roth IRA available; minimum $1,000 to open
Savings or IRA; Open; Learn More
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Early withdrawal penalty applies; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth & Coverdell)
Early withdrawal penalty applies.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Dividends compounded daily, paid monthly
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Dividend rate 3.51%; Jumbo Share
IRA; Dividend rate 3.39%
Dividend rate 3.39%; Regular Share
Balance: $100 Minimum
Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Jumbo CD; Set appointment to open
Jumbo; Set appointment to open; minimum deposit for Jumbo CDs is $100,000; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
Term: 24 - 29 Months Promotional Rate
Open now
Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Effective Date: October 13, 2026; Minimum balance in order to earn stated APY; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed
Balance: $1,000.00
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
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Balance: $1,000
The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 09/24/2026. APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity date. Penalty for early withdrawal may reduce earnings. Fees may reduce earnings. Rates are subject to change at any time and are not guaranteed until the account is opened.
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Dividends compound daily and are credited monthly
Dividend rate 3.53%; Jumbo Share
Dividends compounded daily, paid monthly
MyTimes (members 50 and over): $100 Minimum
IRA; Dividend rate 3.46%
Dividend rate 3.46%; Regular Share
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
Open now
Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Effective Date: October 13, 2026; Minimum balance in order to earn stated APY; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed
Balance: $1,000.00
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
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Balance: $250,000.01+; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Balance: $10,000-$24,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Bump Rate; Balance: $1,000
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Member Rewards Gold: $100 Minimum
Dividend Rate 3.50%; Penalty for early withdrawal applies; IRAs are also subject to IRS penalties
Member Rewards Silver: $100 Minimum
Dividends compounded daily, paid monthly
Dividend rate 3.28%; Jumbo Share
Balance: $100 Minimum
Balance: $25,000 Minimum
IRA; Dividend rate 3.21%
Dividend rate 3.21%; Regular Share
Effective Date: October 13, 2026; Minimum balance in order to earn stated APY; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed
Open now
Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Balance: $250,000.01+; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $10,000-$24,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Owners may change the dividend rate once during the term; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Owners of Bump-Up Certificates may change the dividend rate once during the term. Withdrawal before maturity incurs an early withdrawal penalty.
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Early withdrawal penalty applies; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth & Coverdell)
Early withdrawal penalty applies.
Traditional and Roth IRA available; minimum $1,000 to open
Savings or IRA; Open; Learn More
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $250,000 - $999,999
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Dividends compound daily and are credited monthly
Member Rewards Gold: $100 Minimum
Dividends compounded daily, paid monthly
Dividend rate 3.45%; Jumbo Share
Member Rewards Silver: $100 Minimum
IRA; Dividend rate 3.36%
Dividend rate 3.36%; Regular Share
Balance: $100 Minimum
Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Effective Date: October 13, 2026; Minimum balance in order to earn stated APY; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed
Balance: $1,000.00
Open now
Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
Step-Up CD: steps up to a higher rate one time during the CD term
Step up to a higher rate one time during the CD term; Savings, Traditional, Roth & Educational IRA Certificates
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
Early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Balance: $250,000.01+; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Balance: $10,000-$24,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
Owners may change the dividend rate once during the term; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
Owners of Bump-Up Certificates may change the dividend rate once during the term. Withdrawal before maturity incurs an early withdrawal penalty.
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Compare local Baltimore, MD 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.
Maryland 12-month CD rates fell 0.009 points over the past 7 days to 3.254% APY.
Maryland 6-month CD rates rose 0.004 points over the past 7 days to 2.778% APY.
Where are Maryland 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 Maryland average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | MD Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.664% | $83.21 | $166.43 | $416.07 | $832.15 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.778% | $138.92 | $277.84 | $694.60 | $1,389.20 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.254% | $162.71 | $325.41 | $813.53 | $1,627.05 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.112% | $155.59 | $311.17 | $777.93 | $1,555.85 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.966% | $148.29 | $296.57 | $741.43 | $1,482.85 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.945% | $147.25 | $294.49 | $736.23 | $1,472.45 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.859% | $142.97 | $285.93 | $714.83 | $1,429.65 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.970% | $148.49 | $296.98 | $742.45 | $1,484.90 |
| 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 Maryland average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | MD Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.664% | $83.21 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.778% | $138.92 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.254% | $162.71 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.966% | $148.29 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.945% | $147.25 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.722% blended | $680.38/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Maryland average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,070 CD rates from 37 banks and 51 credit unions with locations in Baltimore, Maryland, plus national online institutions available to Maryland 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: FIRST EAGLE offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Baltimore, Maryland.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Baltimore, Maryland
To find the best APYs in Baltimore, Maryland, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Baltimore, Maryland has 51 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
15.3% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%; an unemployment rate of 6.5% (vs. 4.8% nationally) underscores the value of a guaranteed fixed return. At today’s MD 12-month CD average of 3.254%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,648/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $151 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland savers easier access to their funds. For example, Capital One Bank is offering its 6 Month 360 CDs at 4.30% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, CFG Bank is offering its 60 Month CD Online and In Branch at 4.40% 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 MD top rate of 5.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Baltimore, Maryland CD LadderMD CD rates currently range from 1.664% (3-month) to 2.945% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Baltimore, Maryland 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 SavingsMaryland’s average 12-month CD is 3.254% 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 Baltimore, Maryland 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 Baltimore, Maryland. 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 MD.
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.