Athens, Georgia (GA) Savings Rates - March 2026
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The best savings rates for Athens, Georgia and the surrounding area include American Pride BankAmerican Pride Bank1010 Pine Ridge Ct, Athens, GA 30606A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.61% High Savings Account at 4.00% APY, Georgia United Credit UnionGeorgia United Credit Union190 Gaines School Rd, Athens, GA 30605 3118A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.22% High Earning Savings at 3.15% APY, My Georgia Credit UnionMy Georgia Credit Union205 Collins Industrial Blvd, Athens, GA 30601A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.67% Share Savings Account at 0.85% APY, APCO Employees Credit UnionAPCO Employees Credit Union285 Newton Bridge Rd, Athens, GA 30607A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.45% HIGH-YIELD Share Account at 0.75% APY, and Peach State Federal Credit UnionPeach State Federal Credit Union155 Hawthorne Park, Athens, GA 30606A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.33% Savings Account Tier III at 0.15% APY. Savings rates as of March 29, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
To see how these savings rates in Athens, Georgia, and the surrounding area, compare, use our comprehensive tables below for side-by-side comparisons to find the best savings rates available. Rates in Athens, Georgia (GA) are continually updated — we recommend checking back frequently.
Savings rates reflect recent market quotes and representative offers available to depositors in Athens, Georgia and the surrounding area. Last Updated and Verified: March 29, 2026
Compare the Best Savings Rates in Athens, Georgia & Surrounding Communities
Terms and Conditions Apply.
Balances less than $25,000, with monthly net deposit(s) of $100+
Balances $10,000 - $24,999.99
Including Elite Club
Including Elite Club
Including Elite Club
Including Elite Club
Balances less than $10,000
Qualifying balance up to $5,000.00
AVG DAILY STEPS: 12,500+
Direct Deposit to a new or existing Justice Federal Checking Account.
Qualifications Required: recurring monthly transfer totaling $50.00 or more from the FirstBank personal checking or FirstBank personal money market; Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00
Intro rate subject to change
$5 monthly maintenance fee waived when average daily balance requirement is met; Optional internet banking access at no additional cost; Manage your savings effortlessly from your smartphone or computer, with 24/7 online access; Move funds smoothly between accounts and automate your savings goals for effortless financial growth; Online Only
Qualifying balance up to $2,500.00
Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00
$1,000 bonus
$5 monthly maintenance fee waived when average daily balance requirement is met; Optional internet banking access at no additional cost; Manage your savings effortlessly from your smartphone or computer, with 24/7 online access; Move funds smoothly between accounts and automate your savings goals for effortless financial growth; Online Only
$5 minimum balance to open
Qualifying balance up to $3,000.00
Qualifying balance up to $50,000.00
Complimentary Kids Savings stackable money bank and passbook at new account opening
Prime Business Savings, when coupled with your Prime Business Checking account, is a fast and easy way to build up your savings account. This account is available to sole proprietorships and non-profit organizations only. _Note: A Prime Business Checking Account is required in order to open a Prime Business Savings account.
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Athens, GA Savings Rate Trends
Compare local Athens, GA savings rate quotes against the statewide average
Weekly savings rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions — updated every evening.
Georgia high-yield savings rates fell 1.975 points this week to 1.025% APY, down from 3.000% last week.
Georgia standard savings rates rose 0.253 points this week to 0.451% APY, up from 0.198% last week.
Methodology & Data Sources
Direct-Sourced & Verified Savings Rate Data: We aggregate savings account rates for Athens, Georgia directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. Every savings rate displayed on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.
Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Athens, Georgia. We feature a comprehensive mix of institutions — from neighborhood credit unions and competitive regional banks to large national institutions available to savers in GA.
Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: Our rate updaters verify and update savings rates daily. Because savings account yields can fluctuate rapidly, every product listed features its own specific “last updated” date, giving you complete transparency.
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Best Savings Rates in Athens, Georgia
- American Pride Bank
High Savings Account — 4.00% APY - Georgia United Credit Union
High Earning Savings — 3.15% APY - My Georgia Credit Union
Share Savings Account — 0.85% APY - APCO Employees Credit Union
HIGH-YIELD Share Account — 0.75% APY - Peach State Federal Credit Union
Savings Account Tier III — 0.15% APY
