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Best Banks & Checking Accounts in Minneapolis, Minnesota - April 2026

The best checking rates for Minneapolis, Minnesota include Baxter Credit UnionBaxter Credit Union1000 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.73% PowerPlusTM Checking at 8.00% APY, TruStone Financial Credit UnionTruStone Financial Credit Union2817 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.44% TruRate Checking at 4.00% APY, Riverland BankRiverland Bank1621 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.67% Non-Profit Checking at 2.02% APY, Luminate BankLuminate Bank2523 South Wayzata Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55405A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.95% Luminate Brighter Checking at 2.02% APY, and Woodlands National BankWoodlands National Bank1113 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.95% Community Prime Checking at 0.55% APY. Checking account rates as of April 13, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.

Minneapolis has 9 local institutions in our database, with checking rates as high as 8.00% APY from Baxter Credit Union at 1000 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, 55403. Use the tabs below to compare all available checking account types. Rates are continually updated — we recommend checking back frequently.

Checking account rates reflect recent market quotes and representative offers available to depositors in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Checking Account Rates Last Updated and Verified: April 13, 2026

Compare Checking Account Rates Today in Minneapolis, Minnesota & the Surrounding Area

Institutions:
Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking
8.00%
$0
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 2
8.00%
$0
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 1
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

TruStone Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.44%
2817 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
TruRate Checking
4.00%
$2,000
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$2,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 13, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000.00

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
2.02%
$0
Rate2.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Luminate Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.95%
2523 South Wayzata Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Luminate Brighter Checking
2.02%
$0
Rate2.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 29, 2026
Details

(Personal & Business)

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
1.51%
$0
Rate1.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Community Prime Checking
0.55%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Community Prime w/ Prime Line of Credit

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Prime Checking
0.50%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Prime Checking w/ Prime Line of Credit

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Community Prime Checking
0.45%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Community Prime w/ Business Loan

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Prime Checking
0.40%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Prime Checking w/ Business Loan

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Community Prime Checking
0.35%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Community Prime

Woodlands National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.95%
1113 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Prime Checking
0.30%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Prime Checking

Transit Operations Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 15.36%
725 N 7TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55411
Share Draft (free Checking)
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

TruStone Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.44%
2817 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Premium Checking
0.10%
$300
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$300
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 13, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Latvian Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.30%
3152 17th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Checking Account
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

$100 minimum to open

Bell Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.41%
40 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
America's Best Premier Interest Checking*
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 2
8.00%
$0
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking
8.00%
$0
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

TruStone Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.44%
2817 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
TruRate Checking
4.00%
$2,000
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$2,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 13, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000.00

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 1
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Luminate Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.95%
2523 South Wayzata Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Luminate Brighter Checking
2.02%
$0
Rate2.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 29, 2026
Details

(Personal & Business)

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
2.02%
$0
Rate2.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
1.51%
$0
Rate1.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Non-Profit Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
50 PLUS Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

TruStone Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.44%
2817 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Premium Checking
0.10%
$300
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$300
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 13, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bell Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.41%
40 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
America's Best Premier Interest Checking*
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bell Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.41%
40 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
America's Best Interest Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Riverland Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.67%
1621 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Interest Checking
0.05%
$0
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
PowerPlusTM Checking
0.01%
$0
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Associated Healthcare Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.30%
Dividend Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $5,000.00

SharePoint Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.61%
Premier Rate Checking - Introductory Rate
5.00%
$0
Rate4.88%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Highland Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.01%
Kasasa Cash Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Center National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.10%
CENTER REWARDS CHECKING ACCOUNT
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Heritage Bank N.A.
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 6.65%
PAYROLL PLUS CHECKING ACCOUNT
3.53%
$0
Rate3.47%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $100,000.00

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Highland Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.01%
Kasasa Cash Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Center National Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.10%
CENTER REWARDS CHECKING ACCOUNT
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Minnstar Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.41%
Interest Rewards Checking
3.09%
$0
Rate3.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

New Market Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Rewards Checking
2.53%
$0
Rate2.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

West Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.10%
Reward Me Checking
1.31%
$0
Rate1.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 29, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: Have a balance of at least $1,500 each day; Use your debit card at least 15 times for point of sale ("POS") transactions; Use your debit card for POS transactions totaling at least $300; Qualifying balance up to $29,999.99

F & M Community Bank, N.A.
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.49%
Rewards Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $20,000

FNB of Moose Lake
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.71%
Rewards Checking
0.50%
$20,000
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$20,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bankwest
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.51%
Rewards Checking
0.50%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: At least 1 direct deposit or ACH payment transaction; At least 10 debit card purchases; Be enrolled in and agree to receive electronic statements; Be enrolled in and log into internet banking; Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00; Refunds on ATM withdrawal fees, nationwide and internationally (up to $20 monthly)*; No monthly maintenance fees; No minimum balance to earn rewards; Enjoy additional benefits: * [Bounce Protection](https://www.bankwestmn.com/services/personal-services/overdraft-protection-services.html) * Check images * Free [internet banking](https://www.bankwestmn.com/services/personal-services/internet-banking.html) * Free [bill pay](https://www.bankwestmn.com/services/personal-services/internet-banking.html) * Free [mobile banking with mobile deposit](https://www.bankwestmn.com/services/personal-services/mobile-banking-with-mobile-deposit.html) * Free [electronic statements](https://www.bankwestmn.com/services/personal-services/electronic-notices-statements.html) * Free [debit card](https://www.bankwestmn.com/personal/debit-card.html) (subject to application approval) * Unlimited check writing

State Bank of Faribault
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.71%
REWARDS CHECKING PLUS
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

State Bank of Faribault
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.71%
REWARDS CHECKING PLUS
0.15%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

State Bank of Faribault
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.71%
REWARDS CHECKING PLUS
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

State Bank of Faribault
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.71%
REWARDS CHECKING PLUS
0.08%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

State Bank of Faribault
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.71%
REWARDS CHECKING PLUS
0.05%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Transit Operations Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 15.36%
725 N 7TH ST
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55411
Share Draft (free Checking)
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bonanza Valley State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.41%
Free Interest Checking
1.75%
$0
Rate1.74%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bonanza Valley State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.41%
Free Interest Checking
1.25%
$0
Rate1.24%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bonanza Valley State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.41%
Free Interest Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bonanza Valley State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.41%
Free Interest Checking
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Crow Wing Power Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.19%
Simple Checking
0.15%
$0
Rate0.15%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 9, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Unity One Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.97%
Best Free Checking
0.01%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 9, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Unity One Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.97%
Best Free Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 9, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Genisys Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.03%
Basic Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 9, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Metropolitan Services Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Basic Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Northwoods Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.66%
Basic Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Wakota Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.95%
Basic Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
TruStone Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.44%
2817 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Moneywise Teen Checking
0.00%
$5
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$5
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 13, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Connexus Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B-4.3 ★ Texas Ratio: 22.87%
Teen Checking
2.00%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
1000 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Premier Business Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bell Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.41%
40 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Business Interest Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Luminate Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.95%
2523 South Wayzata Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Small Business Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 29, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bell Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.41%
40 S 7th St
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Premier Business Interest Checking*
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

VisionBank Saint Louis Park, MN
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.22%
Premium Business Checking
2.00%
$500
Rate1.98%
Min Deposit$500
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $499.99

Harvest Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 13.27%
Business Interest Checking
1.50%
$0
Rate1.49%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cornerstone State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.88%
CornerStone Regular Business Checking
1.01%
$0
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Harvest Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 13.27%
Business Interest Checking
0.95%
$0
Rate0.95%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cornerstone State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.88%
CornerStone Regular Business Checking
0.75%
$0
Rate0.75%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $149,999.99

Harvest Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 13.27%
Business Interest Checking
0.60%
$0
Rate0.60%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cornerstone State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.88%
CornerStone Regular Business Checking
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $24,999.99

Bankwest
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.51%
Business Interest Checking Earnings Credit
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Citizens Bank Minnesota
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.34%
WooHoo! Business Checking
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $100,000.00

Citizens Bank Minnesota
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.34%
WooHoo! Business Checking
0.35%
$0
Rate0.35%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $99,999.99

Harvest Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 13.27%
Business Interest Checking
0.35%
$0
Rate0.35%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Community Bank Owatonna
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.30%
Business Checking With Interest
0.30%
$100
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 2, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Root River State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Heritage Business Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First State Bank of Fountain
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Heritage Business Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Root River State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Heritage Business Checking
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First State Bank of Fountain
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Heritage Business Checking
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Minneapolis, MN Checking Rate Trends

Compare local Minneapolis, MN checking rate quotes against the statewide average

Daily checking rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions — updated every evening.

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High-Yield Checking — MN Avg
1.142%
▼ 3.425 vs 7 days ago

Minnesota high-yield checking rates fell 3.425 points over the past 7 days to 1.142% APY.

Free Checking — MN Avg
0.779%
Unchanged vs 7 days ago

Minnesota free checking rates currently average 0.779% APY.

As of Apr 13, 2026 • Rate data sourced from 8,500+ monitored institutions Powered by MonitorBankRates

Methodology & Data Sources

Direct-Sourced & Verified Checking Rate Data: We aggregate checking account rates for Minneapolis, Minnesota directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using a combination of our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. By pulling this data straight from the institutions’ own digital properties and manually verifying the yields daily, we ensure that every checking rate displayed on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.

Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems and team constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We feature a comprehensive mix of financial institutions, allowing you to easily compare localized checking rates from neighborhood credit unions, competitive offers from mid-sized regional banks, and high-yield checking accounts available to account holders in MN.

Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: To maintain the highest level of data integrity, our rate updaters verify and update checking rates daily. Because checking account yields can fluctuate based on market conditions, every single checking product listed on our platform features its own specific “last updated” date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do checking accounts in Minneapolis, Minnesota earn interest?

Most traditional local checking accounts in Minneapolis, Minnesota earn 0% interest. However, High-Yield Checking or Rewards Checking accounts from online banks and select local credit unions can pay interest rates comparable to savings accounts.

Are banks in Minneapolis, Minnesota FDIC insured?

Yes. Legitimate banks with branches in Minneapolis, Minnesota are FDIC insured up to $250,000 per depositor. Local Credit Unions are similarly insured by the NCUA.

What fees should I watch out for?

Common fees include Monthly Maintenance Fees (often waivable with direct deposit), Overdraft Fees, and Out-of-Network ATM fees. We recommend looking for “Free Checking” accounts that explicitly state no monthly fees.

What is a Rewards Checking account?

Rewards Checking accounts (sometimes called Kasasa accounts) offer high interest rates or cash back on debit card purchases in exchange for meeting monthly requirements like a minimum number of debit card transactions, direct deposit enrollment, or e-statement signup.

Best Checking Rates in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Based on our current data, some of the highest checking account APYs available to residents of Minneapolis, Minnesota include:
  • Baxter Credit Union
    PowerPlusTM Checking — 8.00% APY
  • TruStone Financial Credit Union
    TruRate Checking — 4.00% APY
  • Riverland Bank
    Non-Profit Checking — 2.02% APY
  • Luminate Bank
    Luminate Brighter Checking — 2.02% APY
  • Woodlands National Bank
    Community Prime Checking — 0.55% APY
Checking Account Rates reflect actual verified offers from banks and credit unions actively accepting deposits in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Your final available rate may depend on qualifying activity and daily market movements. Last Updated and Verified: April 13, 2026