Star Valley, Arizona CD rates from banks and credit unions serving Arizona range from 0.01% to 4.80% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 12, 2026. Current Star Valley, Arizona CD rates include TUCSONTUCSONA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.69%Real return: +2.00%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 5 Year Business Certificate at 4.80% APY, Austin Capital BankAustin Capital BankA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.96%Real return: +1.78%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 3 Month CD at 4.58% APY, Mountain America Federal Credit UnionMountain America Federal Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.78%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month Certificate at 4.50% APY, America First Federal Credit UnionAmerica First Federal Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.33%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Flexible Certificate at 4.50% APY, and Landings Credit UnionLandings Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.83%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12-Month LifeStage at 4.50% APY. CD rates as of October 12, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Star Valley is a smaller community with no bank or credit union branches currently in our database. 690 institutions serving the Arizona area are available to Star Valley residents, with CD rates as high as 4.80% APY from TUCSON. 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 12, 2026
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $10,000 - up; Renewals Rate: 3.500%; Renewals APY: 3.546%
Loyalty Program1 Platinum Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%)
No minimum deposit.
Limited Time 3-Month and 6-Month Share Certificates available on new Certificates. This is a promotional yield. Bonus Dividend may not be combined with any other dividend increase/bonus, i.e., "Direct Deposit Bonus" and "Jumbo Certificate" increased rates. IRA share certificates do not qualify for this promotion. No additional deposits accepted (other than dividends) during certificate term. There is a substantial penalty for early withdrawal of Certificate funds. Fees and other conditions may reduce earnings. The 3-Month promotional Certificate will automatically roll over to a 3-Month Certificate at the available rates of Certificates at maturity.
Loyalty Program1 Gold Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%)
Special Offer. Apply now: balances under $100k. Effective Date: 10/2/2026. Not available for individual retirement or business accounts. A penalty will be imposed on early withdrawals.
Loyalty Program1 Silver Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%)
Loyalty Program1 Bronze Tier APY (Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%)
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Payment Frequency: Maturity
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Payment Frequency: Maturity
Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet): 3.50%
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $90,000 +
Balance: $90,000 +
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Early withdrawal penalties may apply.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Relationship APY 0.06%
Under $100,000
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Relationship Interest Rate 0.06%; Relationship APY 0.06%
Balance: $1,000 - $90,000
Balance: $1,000 +
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $2,500 - $9,999.99; Renewals Rate: 3.800%; Renewals APY: 3.836%
Limited Time 3-Month and 6-Month Share Certificates available on new Certificates. This is a promotional yield. Bonus Dividend may not be combined with any other dividend increase/bonus, i.e., "Direct Deposit Bonus" and "Jumbo Certificate" increased rates. IRA share certificates do not qualify for this promotion. No additional deposits accepted (other than dividends) during certificate term. There is a substantial penalty for early withdrawal of Certificate funds. Fees and other conditions may reduce earnings. The 6-Month promotional Certificate will automatically roll over to a 6-Month Certificate at the available rates of Certificates at maturity.
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: $50,000 and over
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Balance Required to Earn Dividend Rate: $1000.00
Share Certificates ($500 Minimum)
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $25,000 - $50,000
Balance: $15,000 - $29,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Checking Relationship APY
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $10,000 - $25,000
Balance: $10,000 or Greater
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $500 - $10,000
Relationship Rate APY: 3.96%
Balance: $500-$9,999
Balance: 6 Month
Balance: $1,000.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $1,000
$25 to $3,000; dividend rate not captured
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: $2,500 - $9,999.99; Renewals Rate: 4.000%; Renewals APY: 4.000%
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Balance Required to Earn Dividend Rate: $500.00
Balance: $25-$1,000
IRA (Pd Qtrly); Renewals Rate: 4.000%; Renewals APY: 4.060%
Balance: 12 Month
Balance: $40,000
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $50,000+
Balance: $25,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $500 to $24,999.99
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Balance: $250
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $50,000 and over
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000
Maximum Balance: $2,500
Checking Relationship APY
Earn more with a 11-mo. or 18-mo. CD at 4.00% APY.
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Share Certificates ($500 Minimum)
Balance: $1,000 - $150,000
Relationship Rate APY: N/A
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Payment Frequency: Semiannually
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Payment Frequency: Semiannually
Balance: $10,000 or Greater
Balance: $500-$9,999
Example rate for Share Certificate ladder strategy. APYs shown above are not the current certificate term rates and are used only as example.
Compounded Monthly
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Checking Relationship APY
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Balance: 24 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Balance Required to Earn Dividend Rate: $1000.00
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $25,000 & Over; Dividends paid monthly
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $50,000+
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $25,000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $500 to $24,999.99
EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $50,000 and over
Relationship Rate APY: 3.86%
Balance: $99,000 minimum; Certificate Account
Balance: $99,000 and over
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Payment Frequency: Annually
Share Certificates ($500 Minimum)
Balance: $25,000 - $50,000
Balance: $50,000 minimum; Certificate Account
Balance: $50,000 - $98,999.99
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Payment Frequency: Annually
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: 36 Month
Balance: $40,000
Checking Relationship APY
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $50,000+
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $25,000 to $49,999.99
Relationship Rate APY: N/A
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 to $24,999.99
Relationship Rate APY: 3.96%
Balance: $1,000.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $50,000 and over
Balance: $500 - $10,000
Balance: $99,999.01 or more; Payment Frequency: Annually
Balance: $10,000 - $25,000
Relationship Rate APY: 3.81%
Balance: $500 - $99,999; Payment Frequency: Annually
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Checking Relationship APY
Balance: 48 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Balance: $1,000.00+
Balance: $25,000 & Over; Dividends paid monthly
Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
IRA certificate rates apply to Traditional IRA Certificates and Roth IRA Certificates. Dividends will be compounded every day. Dividends will be credited to your account monthly. Alternatively, you may choose to have dividends paid to another account every month rather than credited to this account.
Rates and terms are accurate as of Tuesday, October 06, 2026 and are subject to change.
Balance: $500.00 to $49,999.99
Checking Relationship APY
Balance: 60 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $50,000+
Balance: $25,000 to $49,999
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Balance: $500 to $24,999
Relationship Rate APY: 4.06%
Balance: $50,000 and over
Balance: $1,000.00+
Balance: $25,000 - $50,000
Compare local Star Valley, AZ 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.
Arizona 12-month CD rates rose 0.031 points over the past 7 days to 3.375% APY.
Arizona 6-month CD rates rose 0.006 points over the past 7 days to 3.123% APY.
Where are Arizona 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 Arizona average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | AZ Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.342% | $117.10 | $234.19 | $585.48 | $1,170.95 |
| 6-Month CD | 3.123% | $156.17 | $312.34 | $780.85 | $1,561.70 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.375% | $168.73 | $337.45 | $843.62 | $1,687.25 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.252% | $162.58 | $325.15 | $812.88 | $1,625.75 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.138% | $156.88 | $313.76 | $784.40 | $1,568.80 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.971% | $148.57 | $297.13 | $742.83 | $1,485.65 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.666% | $133.30 | $266.59 | $666.48 | $1,332.95 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.026% | $151.31 | $302.62 | $756.55 | $1,513.10 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 12, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Arizona average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | AZ Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.342% | $117.10 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.123% | $156.17 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.375% | $168.73 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.138% | $156.88 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.971% | $148.57 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.990% blended | $747.45/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Arizona average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 892 CD rates from 26 banks and 39 credit unions with locations in Star Valley, Arizona, plus national online institutions available to Arizona 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: TUCSON offers a CD at 4.80% APY with a minimum deposit of $500. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Star Valley, Arizona.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Star Valley, Arizona
To find the best APYs in Star Valley, Arizona, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Star Valley, Arizona has 39 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
45.9% of residents are 65 or older, above the national average of 17.3%, making fixed-rate CDs a particularly relevant savings vehicle in this market; a low unemployment rate of 0.0% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s AZ 12-month CD average of 3.375%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,044/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $136 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 Star Valley, Arizona savers easier access to their funds. For example, Austin Capital Bank is offering its 6 Month CD at 4.30% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, TUCSON is offering its 5 Year Business Certificate at 4.80% 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 Star Valley, Arizona 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 AZ top rate of 4.80% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $480 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Star Valley, Arizona CD LadderAZ CD rates currently range from 2.342% (3-month) to 2.971% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Star Valley, Arizona CD at 4.80% 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 SavingsArizona’s average 12-month CD is 3.375% 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 Star Valley, Arizona. 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 AZ.
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