Tennessee CD rates range from 0.01% to 4.95% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 13, 2026. Current Tennessee CD rates include Hope Federal Credit Union Jackson, MSHope Federal Credit Union Jackson, MS1451 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.78%Real return: +2.15%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Share Certificates (CDs) - Jumbo at 4.95% APY, Y-12 Federal Credit UnionY-12 Federal Credit Union450 N Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton, TN 37716 3730A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.67%Real return: +1.95%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Business Share Certificates PROMO at 4.75% APY, Austin Capital BankAustin Capital Bank131 Maple Row Blvd Ste 401, Hendersonville, TN 37075A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.96%Real return: +1.78%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 3 Month CD at 4.58% APY, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit UnionTennessee Valley Federal Credit Union535 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37402A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.70%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Business Share Certificates at 4.50% APY, and ORNL Federal Credit UnionORNL Federal Credit Union1117 N Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton, TN 37716 3943A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.18%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 36-Month IRA PROMOTIONAL Certificate at 4.50% 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 Tennessee side-by-side. Tennessee CD rates currently reach as high as 4.95% APY from Hope Federal Credit Union Jackson, MS at 1451 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104. 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 Tennessee is 1.93% 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.
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Paid monthly
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Dividend credited monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 30 days of dividends
Quarterly dividends; early withdrawals subject to penalty
Jumbo Certificate; quarterly dividends
Balance: $500.00 to $24,999.99
Regular Certificate; quarterly dividends
Dividends Paid: Monthly
Additional deposits are permitted to share certificates up to 10 days after open/renewal date. All rates subject to change without notice. Call 901.380.7400 for current rate information.
Balance: $100 to $999.99; Once the Build-IT CD has reached a balance greater than $999.99, it will be rolled into a regular CD of the same term. Penalties for early withdrawals may apply. Rates are subject to change without notice, please see for complete details.Federally insured by NCUA.
Dividends Paid: Monthly
All balance tiers same rate. Paid at maturity.
Compounded: N/A; Loss of dividend penalty for early withdrawal.
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: $100,000+
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
The average 6-month CD rate in Tennessee is 2.94% 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.
Promo; 25% of opening deposit must be new money; penalty for early withdrawal; at maturity converts to regular certificate
See footnote **
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required. A penalty applies for early withdrawal.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required; early withdrawal penalty applies
Dividend Rate: 4.00%; Penalty: 90 days' interest for early withdrawal
Interest Compounded & Credited: Quarterly
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
Paid monthly
Compounding: dividend rate 3.90%, APY compounding 3.97%
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.90%, APY non-compounding 3.90%
Jumbo
Jumbo
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $15,000 - $29,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $50,000
The average 12-month CD rate in Tennessee is 3.18% 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.
Promo; 25% of opening deposit must be new money; penalty for early withdrawal; at maturity converts to regular certificate
Jumbo rate; Standard jumbo rates are available on deposits of $95,000 or more.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required. A penalty applies for early withdrawal.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required; early withdrawal penalty applies
Interest Compounded & Credited: Quarterly
Special CD
Dividend Rate: 4.20%; Penalty: 90 days' interest for early withdrawal
Jumbo
Jumbo
IRA PROMOTIONAL
PROMOTIONAL
Limited-Time Offer; New Money Only. The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity. A withdrawal and/or fees may reduce earnings. Interest penalty will be imposed for early withdrawal. The rate and APY is effective as of 8/10/26 and is subject to change on the Bank's discretion.
Certificate Specials; Quarterly
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Compounding: dividend rate 4.05%, APY compounding 4.13%
Certificate Specials; Quarterly
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 4.05%, APY non-compounding 4.05%
Paid monthly
Dividend Rate 3.97%; Rates effective October 7, 2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
IRA
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
+ Youth Bonus; Balance: Under $10,000
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
The average 18-month CD rate in Tennessee is 2.99% 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.
Promo; 25% of opening deposit must be new money; penalty for early withdrawal; at maturity converts to regular certificate
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required. A penalty applies for early withdrawal.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required; early withdrawal penalty applies
Paid monthly
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Regular IRA
Regular IRA
Dividend Rate: 3.95%; Penalty: 120 days' interest for early withdrawal
Jumbo Certificate; quarterly dividends
Compounding: dividend rate 3.85%, APY compounding 3.92%
Regular Certificate; quarterly dividends
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.85%, APY non-compounding 3.85%
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Dividend credited monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days of dividends
Compounding: dividend rate 3.55%, APY compounding 3.60%
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRA Certificates
Rewards version; Dividend Rate & Annual Percentage Yield column (single value printed)
Member Rewards: If you have CECU checking and direct deposit and over $25,000 on deposit with us, we will increase the rate on your new certificate by .10% or if you have over $50,000 on deposit, we will increase the new certificate rate by .20%. Early withdrawal penalties may apply
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.55%, APY non-compounding 3.55%
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
IRA Certificates subject to minimum 6 month term and $1,000 minimum deposit
Early withdrawal fees apply.
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
The average 24-month CD rate in Tennessee is 3.05% 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.
Jumbo rate; Standard jumbo rates are available on deposits of $95,000 or more.
Interest Compounded & Credited: Quarterly
Paid monthly
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Jumbo
Jumbo
Regular IRA
Regular IRA
Compounding: dividend rate 3.95%, APY compounding 4.02%
Jumbo Certificate; quarterly dividends
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required. A penalty applies for early withdrawal.
$1,000 minimum opening deposit required; early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $100,000
Term: 1 to 2 Years (365 to 729 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Term: 1 to 2 Years (365 to 729 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 90 Days' Dividends
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Regular Certificate; quarterly dividends
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.95%, APY non-compounding 3.95%
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Balance: $1,000
Dividend Rate: 3.75%; Penalty: 180 days' interest for early withdrawal
Rewards version; Dividend Rate & Annual Percentage Yield column (single value printed)
Compounding: dividend rate 3.65%, APY compounding 3.70%
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRA Certificates
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.65%, APY non-compounding 3.65%
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
The average 36-month CD rate in Tennessee is 2.88% 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.
Jumbo rate; Standard jumbo rates are available on deposits of $95,000 or more.
IRA PROMOTIONAL
PROMOTIONAL
Term: 36 Months CD with 1x Bump; You may exercise a one-time rate bump during the CD term, the new rate will be determined by the book rate for a 36 month CD and effective for the remaining CD term. Member FDIC.
New money only (not on deposit within last 30 days). Compounded monthly.
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Compounding: dividend rate 4.05%, APY compounding 4.13%
Jumbo Certificate
Regular IRA
Regular IRA
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
IRA Certificate Accounts; Dividends can be added back to the account, transferred to another Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union account, or mailed to you each month. Annual Percentage Yield applies when the dividend is reinvested in the account. Certificate Accounts (other than Educational Savings) can be designated as an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA). Talk to a financial advisor regarding individual scenarios. Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Regular Certificate
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 4.05%, APY non-compounding 4.05%
Paid monthly
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Rates effective as of 01/27/2026
Balance: $100,000
Term: 2 to 3 Years (730 to 1,094 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Term: 2 to 3 Years (730 to 1,094 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Balance: $1,000
Dividend Rate & Annual Percentage Yield column (single value printed)
Compounding: dividend rate 3.75%, APY compounding 3.80%
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRA Certificates
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.75%, APY non-compounding 3.75%
Compounding: dividend rate 3.65%, APY compounding 3.70%
The average 48-month CD rate in Tennessee is 2.84% 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.
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
Compounding: dividend rate 4.10%, APY compounding 4.18%
Jumbo Certificate
Regular IRA
Regular IRA
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
IRA Certificate Accounts; Dividends can be added back to the account, transferred to another Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union account, or mailed to you each month. Annual Percentage Yield applies when the dividend is reinvested in the account. Certificate Accounts (other than Educational Savings) can be designated as an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA). Talk to a financial advisor regarding individual scenarios. Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Regular Certificate
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 4.10%, APY non-compounding 4.10%
Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 240 Days' Dividends
Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Dividend Rate & Annual Percentage Yield column (single value printed)
Compounding: dividend rate 3.80%, APY compounding 3.85%
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRA Certificates
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.80%, APY non-compounding 3.80%
Compounding: dividend rate 3.70%, APY compounding 3.75%
Paid monthly
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.70%, APY non-compounding 3.70%
Dividend credited monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 180 days of dividends
IRA Certificates subject to minimum 6 month term and $1,000 minimum deposit
Early withdrawal fees apply.
Frequency of Compounding: Quarterly
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Rates effective as of 2/17/2025; $50.00 minimum balance required in share account to open certificate account; penalty applied for early withdrawal
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
The average 60-month CD rate in Tennessee is 3.04% 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.
Jumbo rate; Standard jumbo rates are available on deposits of $95,000 or more.
IRA PROMOTIONAL
PROMOTIONAL
Jumbo IRA
Jumbo IRA
Guaranteed rate of return with flexible terms. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Set aside money for retirement with our flexible CD options. All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Compounding: dividend rate 4.15%, APY compounding 4.23%
Jumbo Certificate
Regular IRA
Regular IRA
Regular Certificate
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 4.15%, APY non-compounding 4.15%
Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
IRA Certificate Accounts; Dividends can be added back to the account, transferred to another Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union account, or mailed to you each month. Annual Percentage Yield applies when the dividend is reinvested in the account. Certificate Accounts (other than Educational Savings) can be designated as an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA). Talk to a financial advisor regarding individual scenarios. Add 0.25% to current dividend certificate rate with at least $10,000 new money OR with direct deposit. Ask for details.
Dividend Rate & Annual Percentage Yield column (single value printed)
Balance: $100,000
Term: 4 to 5 Years (1,461 to 1,825 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 240 Days' Dividends
Term: 4 to 5 Years (1,461 to 1,825 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Term: 5 Years (1,826 to 2,190 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 240 Days' Dividends
Term: 5 Years (1,826 to 2,190 days); Jumbo APY ($100k Minimum): 4.05%; Jumbo Dividend Rate ($100k minimum): 3.98%; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Balance: $1,000-$74,999
Balance: $50,000
Compounding: dividend rate 3.85%, APY compounding 3.91%
Traditional IRAs and Roth IRA Certificates
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.85%, APY non-compounding 3.85%
Compounding: dividend rate 3.75%, APY compounding 3.80%
Non-Compounding: dividend rate 3.75%, APY non-compounding 3.75%
Paid monthly
Effective 10/9/26 - 10/15/26; Share Savings account required
Dividend credited monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 180 days of dividends
Compare local Tennessee 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.
Tennessee 12-month CD rates rose 0.006 points over the past 7 days to 3.183% APY.
Tennessee 6-month CD rates rose 0.008 points over the past 7 days to 2.942% APY.
Where are Tennessee 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 Tennessee average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | TN Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.930% | $96.52 | $193.03 | $482.58 | $965.15 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.942% | $147.10 | $294.20 | $735.50 | $1,471.00 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.183% | $159.15 | $318.29 | $795.73 | $1,591.45 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.988% | $149.38 | $298.75 | $746.88 | $1,493.75 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.055% | $152.74 | $305.48 | $763.70 | $1,527.40 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.883% | $144.13 | $288.25 | $720.63 | $1,441.25 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.842% | $142.11 | $284.23 | $710.57 | $1,421.15 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.036% | $151.82 | $303.64 | $759.10 | $1,518.20 |
| 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 Tennessee average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | TN Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.930% | $96.52 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.942% | $147.10 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.183% | $159.15 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.055% | $152.74 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.883% | $144.13 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.799% blended | $699.64/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Tennessee average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,136 CD rates from 29 banks and 78 credit unions with locations in Tennessee, plus national online institutions available to Tennessee 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: Hope Federal Credit Union Jackson, MS offers a CD at 4.95% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Tennessee.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Tennessee
To find the best APYs in Tennessee, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Tennessee has 78 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
17.1% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s TN 12-month CD average of 3.183%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,241/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $135 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee savers easier access to their funds. For example, Y-12 Federal Credit Union is offering its 6 Month Business Share Certificates PROMO at 4.75% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Hope Federal Credit Union Jackson, MS is offering its 60 Month Share Certificates (CDs) - Jumbo at 4.95% 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 TN top rate of 4.95% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $495 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Tennessee CD LadderTN CD rates currently range from 1.930% (3-month) to 2.883% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Tennessee CD at 4.95% 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 SavingsTennessee’s average 12-month CD is 3.183% 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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Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Tennessee. 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 TN.
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