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Best Banks & Checking Accounts in Saint Louis, Missouri - May 2026

The best checking rates for Saint Louis, Missouri include UNIFY Financial Federal Credit UnionUNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union1805 Craigshire Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63146B4.4 ★Texas Ratio: 17.71% HY Checking at 4.00% APY, Alliance Credit Union Fenton, MOAlliance Credit Union Fenton, MO5530 Fyler Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63139A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.05% Best Interest Checking at 4.00% APY, Together Credit UnionTogether Credit Union3805 Union Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63125 4320A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.30% High Interest Checking at 4.00% APY, Montgomery BankMontgomery Bank3803 Union Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63125A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.99% Montgomery eGold Checking Account at 3.01% APY, and State Bank Waterloo, ILState Bank Waterloo, IL6969 S Lindbergh Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63125B4.6 ★Texas Ratio: 20.21% Cash Rewards Checking at 1.75% APY. Checking account rates as of May 23, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.

Saint Louis has 14 local institutions in our database, with checking rates as high as 4.00% APY from UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union at 1805 Craigshire Dr, Saint Louis, MO, 63146. 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 Saint Louis, Missouri. Checking Account Rates Last Updated and Verified: May 23, 2026

Compare Checking Account Rates Today in Saint Louis, Missouri & the Surrounding Area

Institutions:

Saint Louis Checking Account Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B4.4 ★ Texas Ratio: 17.71%
1805 Craigshire Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63146
HY Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 22, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Alliance Credit Union Fenton, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.05%
5530 Fyler Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Best Interest Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.85%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Together Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.30%
3805 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125 4320
High Interest Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: Make 15 debit card purchases that post and settle your account; Have one ACH credit or direct deposit post to your account; Be enrolled in eStatements; Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Montgomery eGold Checking Account
3.01%
$0
Rate2.97%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Montgomery eTeen Checking
2.01%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
2.01%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

State Bank Waterloo, IL
Institution Rating:
B4.6 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.21%
6969 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Cash Rewards Checking
1.75%
$50
Rate1.74%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Non-Profit Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Business Interest Checking Business
0.55%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Small Business Checking Business
0.50%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

St Louis Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.42%
3651 Forest Park Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63108
ASCEND CHECKING
0.40%
$0
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 23, 2026
Details

Any balance

St Louis Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.42%
3651 Forest Park Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63108
GOLD CHECKING
0.40%
$0
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 23, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.35%
$0
Rate0.35%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Neighbors Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.10%
6300 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63123 7804
Interest Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Vantage Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.73%
4545 Lemay Ferry Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63129
Rewards+ Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $5000

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.15%
$0
Rate0.15%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Neighbors Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.10%
6300 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63123 7804
Benefits Checking
0.15%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Saint Louis High Yield Checking Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B4.4 ★ Texas Ratio: 17.71%
1805 Craigshire Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63146
HY Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 22, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Together Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.30%
3805 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125 4320
High Interest Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: Make 15 debit card purchases that post and settle your account; Have one ACH credit or direct deposit post to your account; Be enrolled in eStatements; Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Alliance Credit Union Fenton, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.05%
5530 Fyler Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63139
Best Interest Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate3.85%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Montgomery eGold Checking Account
3.01%
$0
Rate2.97%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Montgomery eTeen Checking
2.01%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
2.01%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

State Bank Waterloo, IL
Institution Rating:
B4.6 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.21%
6969 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Cash Rewards Checking
1.75%
$50
Rate1.74%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Non-Profit Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Neighbors Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.10%
6300 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63123 7804
Interest Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Sterling Bank Poplar Bluff, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.17%
8182 Maryland Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Platinum Interest Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Sterling Bank Poplar Bluff, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.17%
8182 Maryland Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Convenient Interest Checking
0.05%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Sterling Bank Poplar Bluff, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.17%
8182 Maryland Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
Fabulous 50 Interest Checking
0.05%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
Interest Checking
0.05%
$0
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.04%
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 2
8.00%
$0
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Heritage Bank of the Ozarks
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.74%
Neighbor Rewards Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000

1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.79%
High Interest Reward Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.88%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

United Consumers Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.93%
4.50%
$0
Rate4.41%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.04%
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 1
4.00%
$0
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

HomeBank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.58%
Heroes Checking
2.33%
$50
Rate2.30%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Saint Louis Rewards Checking Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
State Bank Waterloo, IL
Institution Rating:
B4.6 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.21%
6969 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Cash Rewards Checking
1.75%
$50
Rate1.74%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Vantage Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.73%
4545 Lemay Ferry Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63129
Rewards+ Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $5000

State Bank Waterloo, IL
Institution Rating:
B4.6 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.21%
6969 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Cash Rewards Checking
0.05%
$50
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

On non-qualifying balances

Heritage Bank of the Ozarks
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.74%
Neighbor Rewards Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000

1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.79%
High Interest Reward Checking
5.00%
$0
Rate4.88%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

United Consumers Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.93%
4.50%
$0
Rate4.41%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000

United Credit Union Mexico, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.38%
Reward Checking
0.60%
$50
Rate0.60%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Tri-County Trust Company
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.41%
My Rewards Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Saint Louis Free Checking Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B4.4 ★ Texas Ratio: 17.71%
1805 Craigshire Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63146
FREE Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 22, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
B4.4 ★ Texas Ratio: 17.71%
1805 Craigshire Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63146
FREE Checking Account
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 22, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Neighbors Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.10%
6300 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63123 7804
Free Checking
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Freedom Bank of Southern Missouri
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.04%
Freedom Shield Gold Checking Account ++
0.20%
$50
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Freedom Bank of Southern Missouri
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.04%
Freedom Shield Plus Checking Account ++
0.20%
$50
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Civic Central Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.37%
Free Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 23, 2026
Details

Earn Dividends: $25 Average Daily Balance

Sullivan Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.14%
50+ Free Interest Checking
0.01%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Paramount Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.91%
Free Checking
0.00%
$100
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No Fees

Saint Louis Student Checking Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Montgomery Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
3803 Union Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63125
Montgomery eTeen Checking
2.01%
$0
Rate1.99%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

United Bank of Union
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 14.65%
College Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Bank of Union
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 14.65%
Teen Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

TelComm Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.84%
Teen Checking
0.03%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

(ADB/month of $200.00)

Saint Louis Business Checking Rates

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Business Interest Checking Business
0.55%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

EverBank
Institution Rating:
B4.5 ★ Texas Ratio: 20.65%
211 N Broadway
Saint Louis, MO 63102
Small Business Checking Business
0.50%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.35%
$0
Rate0.35%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
High-Yield Business Interest Checking Business
0.15%
$0
Rate0.15%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Community Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.68%
2345 S Brentwood Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63144 2033
Business Interest Checking Business
0.05%
$0
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Neighbors Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.10%
6300 S Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63123 7804
Business Checking Business
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.79%
Elite Business Checking Business
1.92%
$0
Rate1.90%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

Over $100,000.00

1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.79%
Elite Business Checking Business
1.87%
$0
Rate1.85%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

$50,000.00 - $99,999.99

1st MidAmerica Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.79%
Elite Business Checking Business
1.81%
$0
Rate1.80%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 18, 2026
Details

$25,000.00 - $49,999.99

Flanagan State Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.36%
Premier Business Checking Business
1.50%
$10,000
Rate1.49%
Min Deposit$10,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Minimum Deposit to Open and Obtain APY*: $50,000 and Over

HomeBank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.58%
Business Interest Checking Business
1.00%
$100
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Tri-County Trust Company
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.41%
Business Interest Checking Business
0.50%
$2,500
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$2,500
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Flanagan State Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.36%
Premier Business Checking Business
0.50%
$10,000
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$10,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Minimum Deposit to Open and Obtain APY*: $25,000 - $49,999.99

FSB of St. Charles, MO
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.28%
Business NOW Checking Business
0.40%
$100
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.04%
Premier Business Checking Business
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Flanagan State Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.36%
Premier Business Checking Business
0.25%
$10,000
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$10,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

Minimum Deposit to Open and Obtain APY*: $10,000 - $24,99.99

Freedom Bank of Southern Missouri
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.04%
Business Interest Checking ++ Business
0.20%
$100
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 21, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Consumers Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.93%
Business Checking Business
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Saint Louis, MO Checking Rate Trends

Compare local Saint Louis, MO 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 — MO Avg
3.198%
▼ 0.186 vs 7 days ago

Missouri high-yield checking rates fell 0.186 points over the past 7 days to 3.198% APY.

Free Checking — MO Avg
1.337%
▼ 0.003 vs 7 days ago

Missouri free checking rates fell 0.003 points over the past 7 days to 1.337% APY.

As of May 26, 2026 • Rate data sourced from 8,500+ monitored institutions Powered by MonitorBankRates

Methodology & Data Sources

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Direct-Sourced & Verified Checking Rate Data: We aggregate checking account rates for Saint Louis, Missouri 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 sourcing this data 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 Saint Louis, Missouri. 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 MO.

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 Saint Louis, Missouri earn interest?

Most traditional local checking accounts in Saint Louis, Missouri 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 Saint Louis, Missouri FDIC insured?

Yes. Legitimate banks with branches in Saint Louis, Missouri 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 Saint Louis, Missouri

Based on our current data, some of the highest checking account APYs available to residents of Saint Louis, Missouri include:
  • UNIFY Financial Federal Credit Union
    HY Checking — 4.00% APY
  • Alliance Credit Union Fenton, MO
    Best Interest Checking — 4.00% APY
  • Together Credit Union
    High Interest Checking — 4.00% APY
  • Montgomery Bank
    Montgomery eGold Checking Account — 3.01% APY
  • State Bank Waterloo, IL
    Cash Rewards Checking — 1.75% APY
Checking Account Rates reflect actual verified offers from banks and credit unions actively accepting deposits in Saint Louis, Missouri. Your final available rate may depend on qualifying activity and daily market movements. Last Updated and Verified: May 23, 2026