New Jersey CD rates range from 0.05% to 5.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 13, 2026. Current New Jersey CD rates include Popular DirectPopular Direct500 Bloomfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07107A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.12%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Certificate at 5.00% APY, Somerset Savings BankSomerset Savings Bank220 W Union Ave, Bound Brook, NJ 08805A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.00%Real return: +1.80%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month Variable IRA Certificate at 4.60% APY, Kinecta Federal Credit UnionKinecta Federal Credit Union175 Park Ave, Madison, NJ 07940A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.82%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18-Month Promo Certificate at 4.50% APY, USALLIANCEUSALLIANCE1 Corporate Dr, Wayne, NJ 07470 3112A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.11%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Certificate at 4.50% APY, and Healthcare Employees Federal Credit UnionHealthcare Employees Federal Credit Union29 Emmons Dr Ste C40, Princeton, NJ 08540 5971A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.73%Real return: +1.67%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Share Certificate - 12 Month at 4.47% APY. CD rates as of October 13, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Use the tables below to compare CD rates across all terms in New Jersey side-by-side. New Jersey CD rates currently reach as high as 5.00% APY from Popular Direct at 500 Bloomfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07107. 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 13, 2026
The average 3-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.12% APY, compared with 2.09% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Minimum $100,000 required to open an account.
Minimum balance to open account: $2500; 90-day dividend penalty for early withdrawal
($500.00 Minimum to open and obtain APY) (Fixed Rate)
APY1
Earn 3.55% APY on balances of $500 or more.
CD will automatically renew on maturity at the then current published First Commerce Bank APY for that term. A penalty will be assessed for early withdrawal and could reduce earnings on this account. This offer may be discontinued at any given time without prior notice.
ULTRA
Dividends paid monthly; minimum certificate deposit $500
Rate Type: Fixed
IRA Certificate; $1,000 Minimum
Jumbo Certificate; $50,000 minimum
Share Certificate; Annual Percentage Rate 3.00%
Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY $100.00
Jumbo
Balance: $100,000 and above
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY
Balance: $100,000+
Regular
Balance: Under $100,000
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
The average 6-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.67% APY, compared with 2.78% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
10-Day CD Rate Guarantee
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Balance: $50,000.00 and Higher
Share Certificate and IRA Certificate rates; effective Sept. 2026; ** One thousand dollar minimum**; early withdrawal penalty 25 basis points (1/4 %) per quarter
Minimum $100,000 required to open an account.
Minimum balance to open account: $2500; 90-day dividend penalty for early withdrawal
Share Certificate Type
Balance: $500.00-$49,999.99
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Amount: $1,000; APR/APY printed as range 3.95%-4.01%
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Effective May 28, 2025; penalty imposed for early withdrawal
Dividends post at certificate maturity; Maximum Balance: $1,000,000 per member; Withdrawal before maturity subject to penalty
IRA Certificate; Rates effective as of 10/12/2026; NCUA-insured: Yes
ULTRA
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
Balance: $5,000 or more
Longer terms Earn Higher Interests
($500.00 Minimum to open and obtain APY) (Fixed Rate)
Effective June 1, 2024
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99
Earn 3.50% APY on balances of $500 or more.
Online Only
CD will automatically renew on maturity at the then current published First Commerce Bank APY for that term. A penalty will be assessed for early withdrawal and could reduce earnings on this account. This offer may be discontinued at any given time without prior notice.
The average 12-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.89% APY, compared with 2.99% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Special Rate
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
($500.00 Minimum to open and obtain APY) (Fixed Rate)
Balance: $200,000.00 over
Minimum $100,000 required to open an account.
IRA Certificate
Share Certificate Type
Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY; Membership eligibility required; Matures into a 12-month Share Certificate at prevailing rate unless alternate instructions are provided
Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY; upon maturity rolls into a 12-month Share Certificate at prevailing rate; membership eligibility required
Amount: $1,000; APR/APY printed as range 4.00% - 4.01%
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Minimum to open and obtain APY is $1,000 contract amount (Fixed Rate)
NCUA-insured; Rates effective as of 10/12/2026
Dividends compound quarterly; Maximum Balance: $1,000,000 per member; Withdrawal before maturity subject to penalty
Balance: $100,000.00 - $199,999.99
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Balance: $5,000 or more
Share Certificate and IRA Certificate rates; effective Sept. 2026; ** One thousand dollar minimum**; early withdrawal penalty 25 basis points (1/4 %) per quarter
The average 18-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.77% APY, compared with 2.87% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Promotional certificate. Minimum balance to open jumbo share certificate and obtain APY is $100,000.
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
10-Day CD Rate Guarantee
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Or, 4.35% APY* with $100 min.
Regular
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Enjoy this rate when you have an Advantage Plus Checking Account. Open in-branch with a $500 minimum.
Regular
Legacy Club
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Minimum $100,000 required to open an account.
Rates are available when account is opened in a Santander location in CT, DE, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, or select areas in FL: Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward counties, and Collier county ZIP Code 34141. Rates in other areas or for online openings may not be available.
Balance: $5,000 or more
New Deposits Only; Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY
New Deposits Only; Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Requires a qualifying checking account.
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
INTEREST COMPOUNDED / CREDITED: Continuously/ Monthly
INTEREST COMPOUNDED / CREDITED: Continuously/ Monthly
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99
CD will automatically renew on maturity at the then current published First Commerce Bank APY for that term. A penalty will be assessed for early withdrawal and could reduce earnings on this account. This offer may be discontinued at any given time without prior notice.
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Rate Type: Fixed
APY listed paid on $500 minimum balance.
The average 24-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.70% APY, compared with 2.88% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
APY listed paid on $500 minimum balance.
Interest Compounded Daily | Posted Monthly
Interest Compounded Daily | Posted Monthly
Interest Compounded Daily | Posted Monthly
Share Certificate Type
Amount: $1,000; APR/APY printed as range 4.05% - 4.12%
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Balances from $25,000 - $500,000 earn 4.10% Annual Percentage Yield (APY), under $25,000 earns no interest. Rate changes quarterly. Competitor information is derived from competitor website survey on 10/1/2026 and based on a $25,000 balance. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Offer is available for new money not currently on deposit at Amboy Direct. $500,000 maximum per household. Not available at Amboy branches.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
Payment of Interest: Monthly or Quarterly
Balance: $5,000 or more
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 Months Interest
Rate Type: Fixed
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99
Minimum $100,000 required to open an account.
Share Certificate and IRA Certificate rates; effective Sept. 2026; ** One thousand dollar minimum**; early withdrawal penalty 25 basis points (1/4 %) per quarter
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
The average 36-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.45% APY, compared with 2.81% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Share Certificate Type
Amount: $1,000; APR/APY printed as range 4.10% - 4.17%
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Rate Type: Fixed
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99
new money only^
IRA Certificate; $1,000 Minimum
Jumbo Certificate; $50,000 minimum
Share Certificate and IRA Certificate rates; effective Sept. 2026; ** One thousand dollar minimum**; early withdrawal penalty 25 basis points (1/4 %) per quarter
Balance: $50,000+; Effective date as of September 21, 2026
Balance: $50,000 & Above
Jumbo
Balance: $100,000 and above
Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY
Minimum balance to open account and obtain the APY is $500
SC 36 Mo.; Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days' dividends; Rates As Of 9/17/2026
IRA Accounts; Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days' dividends; Rates As Of 9/17/2026
Dividends compound quarterly; Maximum Balance: $1,000,000 per member; Withdrawal before maturity subject to penalty
Rates effective as of 10/12/2026; NCUA-insured
Earn 3.20% APY on balances of $500 or more.
The average 48-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.47% APY, compared with 2.80% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Share Certificate Type
Rate Type: Fixed
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99
IRA Certificate; $1,000 Minimum
Jumbo Certificate; $50,000 minimum
Balance: $50,000+; Effective date as of September 21, 2026
Balance: $50,000 & Above
Jumbo
Balance: $100,000 and above
Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY
Minimum balance to open account and obtain the APY is $500
SC 48 Mo.; Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days' dividends; Rates As Of 9/17/2026
IRA Accounts; Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days' dividends; Rates As Of 9/17/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Regular
Balance: Under $100,000
Combined minimum deposit $5,000; 4 Years; Effective February 18, 2026; Penalty for early withdrawal
Share Certificate and IRA Certificate rates; effective Sept. 2026; ** One thousand dollar minimum**; early withdrawal penalty 25 basis points (1/4 %) per quarter
Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $49,999.99
4 Years; Effective February 18, 2026; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
The average 60-month CD rate in New Jersey is 2.60% APY, compared with 2.90% nationally, as of October 13, 2026. Figures are compiled by MonitorBankRates from more than 8,500 U.S. banks and credit unions.
Early Withdrawal Penalty: Yes
Fixed APY | No minimum balance
Amount: $1,000; APR/APY printed as range 4.20% - 4.28%
Share Certificate Type
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 month interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 month interest
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Rate Type: Fixed
Balance: $25,000 & Over
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999.99; APY printed as "365%" on source page (likely typo for 3.65%)
Balance: $50,000+; Effective date as of September 21, 2026
Balance: $50,000 & Above
IRA Certificate; $1,000 Minimum
Jumbo Certificate; $50,000 minimum
Combined minimum deposit $5,000; 5 Years; Effective February 18, 2026; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 and over
Jumbo
Balance: $100,000 and above
5 Years; Effective February 18, 2026; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Regular
Balance: Under $100,000
Minimum deposit of $500 required to open and earn the stated APY
Compare local New Jersey 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.
New Jersey 12-month CD rates rose 0.005 points over the past 7 days to 2.890% APY.
New Jersey 6-month CD rates rose 0.005 points over the past 7 days to 2.673% APY.
Where are New Jersey 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 New Jersey average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | NJ Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.119% | $105.95 | $211.90 | $529.75 | $1,059.50 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.673% | $133.66 | $267.31 | $668.28 | $1,336.55 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.890% | $144.48 | $288.96 | $722.40 | $1,444.80 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.769% | $138.45 | $276.89 | $692.22 | $1,384.45 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.703% | $135.16 | $270.31 | $675.78 | $1,351.55 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.451% | $122.55 | $245.11 | $612.78 | $1,225.55 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.467% | $123.35 | $246.71 | $616.78 | $1,233.55 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.604% | $130.22 | $260.44 | $651.10 | $1,302.20 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 13, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s New Jersey average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | NJ Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.119% | $105.95 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.673% | $133.66 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.890% | $144.48 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.703% | $135.16 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.451% | $122.55 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.567% blended | $641.80/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and New Jersey average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,286 CD rates from 56 banks and 63 credit unions with locations in New Jersey, plus national online institutions available to New Jersey 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: Popular Direct offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in New Jersey.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in New Jersey
To find the best APYs in New Jersey, start with credit unions and online-only banks: New Jersey has 63 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
17.2% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s NJ 12-month CD average of 2.890%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($5,517/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $159 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey savers easier access to their funds. For example, Marcus Bank is offering its 6 Month High-Yield CD at 4.40% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Popular Direct is offering its 60 Month Certificate at 5.00% 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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 NJ top rate of 5.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
New Jersey CD LadderNJ CD rates currently range from 2.119% (3-month) to 2.451% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a New Jersey 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 SavingsNew Jersey’s average 12-month CD is 2.890% 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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