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Best Banks & Checking Accounts in Bennington, Nebraska - April 2026

The best checking rates for Bennington, Nebraska include I3 BankI3 Bank12212 N 156th St, Bennington, NE 68007A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.81% Premium Checking at 0.60% APY, Bruning BankBruning BankA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.00% Premier Checking at 4.00% APY, First Nebraska BankFirst Nebraska BankA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.66% Performance Checking Account at 3.61% APY, Lincoln SDA Credit UnionLincoln SDA Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.41% Super e-Checking at 3.50% APY, and Four Points Federal Credit UnionFour Points Federal Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.10% Premier Checking at 3.50% APY. Checking account rates as of April 11, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.

Bennington has 1 local institution in our database, with checking rates as high as 0.60% APY from I3 Bank at 12212 N 156th St, Bennington, NE, 68007. 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 Bennington, Nebraska. Checking Account Rates Last Updated and Verified: April 11, 2026

Compare Checking Account Rates Today in Bennington, Nebraska & the Surrounding Area

Institutions:
Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.60%
$0
Rate0.60%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Non-Profit Interest Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.02%
$0
Rate0.02%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.01%
$0
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bruning Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Premier Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate4.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 2, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Nebraska Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.66%
Performance Checking Account
3.61%
$0
Rate3.55%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balances up to $25,000.00

Lincoln SDA Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.41%
Super e-Checking
3.50%
$0
Rate3.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

2

Four Points Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.10%
Premier Checking
3.50%
$0
Rate3.45%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

Amount: Below $20,000*

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage Plus Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage NOW Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage Gold Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Republic Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
UR Time Checking
3.25%
$50
Rate3.20%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cobalt Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.59%
Cobalt Elite Checking Account
3.25%
$0
Rate3.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000.00

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 5
3.06%
$100
Rate3.02%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 4
3.01%
$100
Rate2.97%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
3.00%
$1,000
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Republic Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
Rewards Checking
3.00%
$50
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 3
2.96%
$100
Rate2.92%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 2
2.91%
$100
Rate2.87%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.60%
$0
Rate0.60%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.30%
$0
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Non-Profit Interest Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.02%
$0
Rate0.02%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Premium Checking
0.01%
$0
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bruning Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Premier Checking
4.00%
$0
Rate4.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 2, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Nebraska Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.66%
Performance Checking Account
3.61%
$0
Rate3.55%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balances up to $25,000.00

Lincoln SDA Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.41%
Super e-Checking
3.50%
$0
Rate3.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 8, 2026
Details

2

Four Points Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.10%
Premier Checking
3.50%
$0
Rate3.45%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

Amount: Below $20,000*

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage Plus Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage NOW Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Madison County Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.99%
Advantage Gold Checking
3.35%
$100
Rate3.30%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Republic Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
UR Time Checking
3.25%
$50
Rate3.20%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cobalt Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.59%
Cobalt Elite Checking Account
3.25%
$0
Rate3.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $20,000.00

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 5
3.06%
$100
Rate3.02%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 4
3.01%
$100
Rate2.97%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
3.00%
$1,000
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

United Republic Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
Rewards Checking
3.00%
$50
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 3
2.96%
$100
Rate2.92%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Westroads Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Elite Consumer Checking - Tier 2
2.91%
$100
Rate2.87%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
United Republic Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
Rewards Checking
3.00%
$50
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Trius Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.15%
Reward Checking
2.25%
$0
Rate2.23%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 5, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Trius Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.15%
Reward Checking*
2.25%
$0
Rate2.23%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 5, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Woodmen Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.70%
Basic Checking
0.01%
$0
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cobalt Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.59%
Free Checking Account
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

LincOne Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.28%
Basic Checking Account
0.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Student Checking
0.50%
$50
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Adams State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.07%
STUDENT CHECKING
0.50%
$50
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
I3 Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.81%
12212 N 156th St
Bennington, NE 68007
Interest Business Checking
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
3.00%
$1,000
Rate2.96%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
2.50%
$1,000
Rate2.47%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
2.25%
$1,000
Rate2.23%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Lincoln FSB of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
Corporate Premier Checking
2.00%
$1,000
Rate1.98%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Citizens Bank & Trust Company NE
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.86%
Citizens Business Interest Checking** Daily balances of and up
1.51%
$50
Rate1.50%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

$1,000.00

Security Bank Laurel, NE
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
Security Interest Business & Agri-Business Checking
1.01%
$0
Rate1.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No minimum balance required

SN Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.05%
"NOW" OR Business Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Rate may change after account is opened and fees could reduce earnings

Exchange Bank (NE)
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.47%
Premium Business Checking
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 2, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Siouxland Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.96%
Checking Accounts - Personal & Business
0.75%
$25
Rate0.75%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

SN Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.05%
"NOW" OR Business Checking
0.75%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Rate may change after account is opened and fees could reduce earnings

Access Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.13%
Business Premier Checking
0.65%
$0
Rate0.65%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

First Nebraska Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.66%
Advantage, Prime, & Business Rewards Checking Accounts
0.50%
$0
Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

SN Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.05%
"NOW" OR Business Checking
0.50%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 3, 2026
Details

Rate may change after account is opened and fees could reduce earnings

Jones Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.97%
Business Interest Checking
0.40%
$0
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

Minimum Balance of $1,500

Access Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.13%
Business Premier Checking
0.35%
$0
Rate0.35%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Siouxland Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.96%
Checking Accounts - Personal & Business
0.30%
$25
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 6, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

West Gate Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.08%
Business Interest Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 2, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Access Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.13%
Business Premier Checking
0.25%
$0
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 11, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

FirstBank of Nebraska
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.93%
Business Interest Checking
0.20%
$2,000
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$2,000
Min Balance
UpdatedApr 4, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bennington, NE Checking Rate Trends

Compare local Bennington, NE 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 — NE Avg
3.500%
▲ 0.588 vs 7 days ago

Nebraska high-yield checking rates rose 0.588 points over the past 7 days to 3.500% APY.

Free Checking — NE Avg
1.172%
▲ 0.038 vs 7 days ago

Nebraska free checking rates rose 0.038 points over the past 7 days to 1.172% APY.

As of Apr 12, 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 Bennington, Nebraska 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 Bennington, Nebraska. 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 NE.

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 Bennington, Nebraska earn interest?

Most traditional local checking accounts in Bennington, Nebraska 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 Bennington, Nebraska FDIC insured?

Yes. Legitimate banks with branches in Bennington, Nebraska 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 Bennington, Nebraska

Based on our current data, some of the highest checking account APYs available to residents of Bennington, Nebraska include:
  • I3 Bank
    Premium Checking — 0.60% APY
  • Bruning Bank
    Premier Checking — 4.00% APY
  • First Nebraska Bank
    Performance Checking Account — 3.61% APY
  • Lincoln SDA Credit Union
    Super e-Checking — 3.50% APY
  • Four Points Federal Credit Union
    Premier Checking — 3.50% APY
Checking Account Rates reflect actual verified offers from banks and credit unions actively accepting deposits in Bennington, Nebraska. Your final available rate may depend on qualifying activity and daily market movements. Last Updated and Verified: April 11, 2026