Bethesda, Maryland CD rates range from 0.01% to 5.20% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Bethesda, Maryland CD rates include NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH9000 Rockville Pike Bldg 10, Bethesda, MD 20892A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.98%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering IRA Certificate 12 Month Jumbo at 5.00% APY, EagleBankEagleBank7500 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 11.84%Real return: +1.65%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month CD at 4.45% APY, SFGI DirectSFGI Direct7815 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.39%Real return: +1.60%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18-Month CD at 4.40% APY, Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union8901 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20889A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY, and Capital One BankCapital One Bank10400 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.00%Real return: +1.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month 360 CD at 4.00% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Bethesda has 153 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 5.00% APY from NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH at 9000 Rockville Pike Bldg 10, Bethesda, MD 20892. 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
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
$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
Platinum account holders; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 days' simple interest
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99; Standard APY
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Simple interest, paid at maturity; renews automatically; early withdrawal penalty may apply
New Money
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Effective Date: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026
Balance: $50,000 Minimum
Star Member rate
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
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
Regular Certificate Accounts
Regular Certificate Accounts
Open now
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
Balance: $10,000-$24,999; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 2, 2026
Minimum: $250.00 ($50.00 Young Investor Option); Young Investor Option: $50.00 minimum opening deposit
APY assumes reinvestment at the same term for 12 months
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Rates effective as of September 2, 2026
Auto-renews at next highest term Share Certificate unless withdrawn at maturity; not offered on Individual Retirement Accounts; early withdrawal penalty applies
New 6-month CD opened with minimum $1,000.00; no additional deposits during term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Platinum account holders; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 90 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 90 days' simple interest
Non-Promotional TD Choice CD; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
70th Anniversary Special; Minimum balance to open $500.00; Funds must be new money to the Credit Union
Not offered for IRA Certificate; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Balance: $250,000 - $999,999
Balance: $50,000 Minimum
Balance: $100 Minimum
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Star Member rate
Simple interest, paid at maturity; renews automatically; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Not eligible for IRA Terms; minimum $500 to open
Not eligible for IRA; Open; Learn More
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Term Certificates of Deposit (CD)
Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded and credited monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Compounded & Credited: Monthly
Dividends compounded and paid quarterly
Jumbo certificate; cannot be opened online; visit any branch or call 1-800-877-6440
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
New 12-month CD opened with minimum $1,000.00; no additional deposits during term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
$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
1-year online CD; CD rate calculator table; Online CD
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Branch Only; Balance: $1,000 minimum to obtain APY
Open Account; Available only online; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Minimum Balance to Open and Obtain Annual Percentage Yield: $1,000; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days' simple interest
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Balance: $100,000 and above; special rate on select new CD accounts; Balance builds toward Truist One Checking perks
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Platinum account holders; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days' simple interest
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
IRA certificate; Minimum deposit to open is $250
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
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
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
High Rate CD Specials; Limited time only; Each account insured up to $250,000; POCUMD membership required to open a Certificate of Deposit
Special Rate; featured rate from homepage; View all rate specials
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
Commercial deposit rate as of 10/6/2026; Maximum initial funding limit $500,000; Early withdrawal penalties may apply
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Add-On certificate (footnote )
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: $1 - $1,000; Traditional, Roth & Coverdell Education; Add funds at any time throughout the certificate term up to $1,000; Rates Set: Monthly; Early withdrawal penalty applies; Must have a Regular IRA Savings Account in order to open; Limit One Per Member Under 18 Years of Age
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal
New 18-month CD opened with minimum $1,000.00; no additional deposits during term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
$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
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Featured CD rate; Requires a qualifying M&T Bank checking account; Minimum deposit of $1,000 to open a CD
Requires a qualifying M&T Bank checking account (MyChoice Premium Checking, M&T Select, M&T Select With Interest, Power Checking or Advantage Checking) to open; maximum deposit $1,000,000 per account ($750,000 if opened online); early withdrawal penalty applies
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
CD rate calculator table; Online CD
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
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
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
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
Early withdrawal penalty applies; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth & Coverdell)
Early withdrawal penalty applies.
Special certificate; fees could reduce earnings; penalty for early withdrawal; upon maturity renews to a 52-Week Regular Share or IRA Certificate
Regular APY
Regular APY; Dividend Rate 3.74%
Rewards APY; Dividend Rate 3.74%
Minimum Deposit $500
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Variable-Rate*
Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Rates subject to change without notice. Certificates will automatically renew upon maturity unless otherwise stipulated by the member. Variable-Rate Certificate Account dividends will be compounded and credited monthly on the last day of each calendar month. For example, dividends for January will be credited on January 31, giving you a more regular return on your deposits. Must establish membership with Lafayette Federal Credit Union, or be an existing member. $50 minimum balance required to open and earn 0.10% APY on Lafayette Federal share savings account balances. $5 minimum balance required to open and earn 0.025% APY on LFCU checking account balances. APY=Annual Percentage Yield. The rates and terms shown are effective as of September 23, 2026.
Balance: $250,000.01+; Eligible for Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Eligible for Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
$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
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Open Account; Available only online; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Platinum account holders; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 days' simple interest
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Early withdrawal penalty applies
IRA share certificate; early withdrawal penalty applies before maturity
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: $250,000.01+; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings $24,409.71; Rates effective as of September 15, 2026
Featured banner rate (24 Months for 4.25% APY*); Certificates page footnote: all certificates other than the 6 month require a $1,000 minimum balance to open
Traditional and Roth IRA available; minimum $1,000 to open
Savings or IRA; Open; Learn More
Balance: $100,000-$250,000; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings $8,855.36; Rates effective as of September 15, 2026
Balance: $10,000-$24,999; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings $874.69; Rates effective as of September 15, 2026
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts. Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Also available as Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings $85.30; Rates effective as of September 15, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth & Coverdell)
Early withdrawal penalty applies.
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Star Member rate
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
Balance: $250,000 - $999,999
Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
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)
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Open Account; Available only online; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
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: $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
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
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
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: $250,000 - $999,999
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Savings Certificate, Traditional IRA or Roth IRA; Dividend Earnings based on minimum tier balance; Rates effective as of September 16, 2026
APY is based on a $1,000 deposit and may vary based on the amount of deposit.
Balance: $1 - $3,000; Maximum Balance $3,000; Add funds at any time throughout the certificate term up to $3,000; Rates Set: Monthly; Limit One Per Member Under 18 Years of Age; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Better Rewards rate; requires Better Rewards Checking eligibility at time of opening or renewal
Early withdrawal penalty applies; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth & Coverdell)
Early withdrawal penalty applies.
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Traditional and Roth IRA available; minimum $1,000 to open
Savings or IRA; Open; Learn More
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999
36 Month Share Certificate has a 1 time STEP-UP feature
Balance: $500 - $99,999
Rates effective as of October 14, 2026; dividends compounded and credited quarterly
IRA certificate; Normal IRA restrictions and penalties apply
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
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: $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
Rates effective as of October 14, 2026; dividends compounded and credited quarterly
IRA certificate; Normal IRA restrictions and penalties apply
Jumbo certificate; dividends compounded and credited quarterly
Star Member rate
Minimum deposit is $1,000; Substantial penalty may apply for early withdrawal; Dividends are paid monthly
Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalties apply for early withdrawal
Raise Your Rate; up to three rate raises allowed; rate effective as of October 14, 2026
Star Member rate; Effective Date: September 1, 2026; Open Now
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)
IRA products not available online; open at any branch or by calling 1-800-877-6440
Online CD; Annual Percentage Yield (APY) variable as of 10/14/2026; CD rates fixed upon opening the account; early withdrawal penalties apply
5-year online CD; CD rate calculator table; Online CD
Branch Only; Balance: $1,000 minimum to obtain APY
Open Account; Available only online; Early withdrawal penalties apply
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
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: $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
No additional deposits after initial deposit.
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.
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
IRA Share Certificate; Minimum $500
Minimum $500
Compare local Bethesda, 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 33 banks and 51 credit unions with locations in Bethesda, 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: NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $100,000. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Bethesda, Maryland.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Bethesda, Maryland
To find the best APYs in Bethesda, Maryland, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Bethesda, 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
19.0% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 3.0% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s MD 12-month CD average of 3.254%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($10,803/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $352 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 Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, Maryland savers easier access to their funds. For example, SFGI Direct is offering its 6-Month CD at 4.20% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Navy Federal Credit Union is offering its 5 Year ESA Long-Term Certificate at 3.90% 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 Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, 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.
Bethesda, 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 Bethesda, 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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