Monte Sereno, California CD rates from banks and credit unions serving California range from 3.30% to 5.90% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 12, 2026. Current Monte Sereno, California CD rates include Schools Federal Credit UnionSchools Federal Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.87%Real return: +3.10%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Relationship Certificate at 5.90% APY, Sage Credit UnionSage Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.70%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Pathfinder Term Share Certificate at 5.00% APY, LA Healthcare Federal Credit UnionLA Healthcare Federal Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.47%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Certificates at 5.00% APY, Skyla Federal Credit UnionSkyla Federal Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.56%Real return: +1.95%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 48 Month elite jumbo cd at 4.75% APY, and Stanford Federal Credit UnionStanford Federal Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.30%Real return: +1.90%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12-Month Certificate at 4.70% APY. CD rates as of October 12, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Monte Sereno is a smaller community with no bank or credit union branches currently in our database. 757 institutions serving the California area are available to Monte Sereno residents, with CD rates as high as 5.90% APY from Schools Federal Credit Union. 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.
Term: 3 Months with Epic Premium Checking
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.
Balance: $2,000.00 to $9,999.99
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.
Limited time offer. Dividend rates are fixed for the term of the certificate and are not subject to a tiered rate. Deposits cannot be added to this certificate once it has been opened. Institutional deposits are not eligible. At maturity, each Pick-A-Term Certificate renews to the same term at the fixed rate in effect at that time.
Limited time offer. Dividend rates are fixed for the term of the certificate and are not subject to a tiered rate. Deposits cannot be added to this certificate once it has been opened. Institutional deposits are not eligible. At maturity, each Pick-A-Term Certificate renews to the same term at the fixed rate in effect at that time.
Limited-time offer
Over $90,000
Balance: $10,000 and over; $100,000 per member maximum
Maximum per member $100,000
Earn 3.55% APY on balances of $500 or more.
APY $500: N/A; APY $1,000+: 3.50%; APY $100,000+: 3.50%
Prospective Annual Percentage Yield (APY)
Balance: $200,000.00 and over
Balance: $200,000.00 and over; Traditional Share Certificate
Balance: $75,000.00
Balance: $1,000-$9,999.99; $100,000 per member maximum
Maximum per member $100,000
Balance: $100,000.00 - $199,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $199,999.99; Traditional Share Certificate
Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Maximum opening deposit $500,000.00
Promotional CD rate is for new money
Term: 6 Months with Epic Premium Checking
Minimum balance for all Certificates and IRA Certificates is $500.
Balance: $500+; APY**
Promotional IRA Share Certificate
Additional deposits up to the initial opening deposit amount can be made at any time without penalty.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
APYs are current as of 9/9/2025. Rates are subject to change. A penalty may be assessed for early withdrawal. Member FDIC
Balance: $2,000.00 to $9,999.99
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
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.
Balance: $5+
Balance: $100,000
Dividends Paid at Maturity; Under $50,000
Balance: $500+
Balance: $500 - $999.99
Balance: $2,500 and over
Over $90,000
Over $90,000
New funds only**
Relationship Certificate(12 months)Terms Apply
Balance: $100.00 - $4,999.99; Must be eligible for membership and maintain at least $5.00 in a Membership Savings account.
Balance: $25,000
Balance: $10,000
Includes a .50 bonus for active and engaged members through our Loyalty+ program. At maturity, the 12-Month Certificate automatically renews at a 12-month term at the rate in effect on the maturity date.
Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
Balance: $1,000
Balance: $500 (maximum principal balance)
Available to new funds only.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Featured rate
payroll deposit only
Variable**
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Promotional CD rate is for new money
Term: 1 year with Epic Premium Checking
Balance: $400 - $499.99
For minors, minimum term is 12 months; minimum opening balance and minimum to earn dividends is $500.
New Funds
For Traditional and Roth IRAs, the minimum term is 12 months. Coverdell Education IRAs are only available in 12-month terms. Fixed account.
Balance: $0-$24,999
Balance: $100,000 +
Balance: $2,000.00 to $9,999.99
Balance: $500-$99,999
Promotional certificate. Minimum balance to open jumbo share certificate and obtain APY is $100,000.
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
senior
Or, 4.35% APY* with $100 min.
Regular
Balance: $100,000+; Jumbo
senior
Balance: $500
Balance: $250,000+; Term Share and Traditional, Roth & SEP IRA Certificates
Term: 18 months with Epic Premium Checking
CD Special; Balance: $100,000+
The promotional 18-month Certificate offers a dividend rate of 4.169%, with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 4.250%. Dividends are credited as stated in the terms of the Truth-in-Savings Disclosure Account Agreement. Upon maturity, the Certificate will automatically renew into a standard, non-promotional 24-month Certificate at the dividend rate in effect at the time of renewal. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Membership eligibility and other terms and conditions apply. Rates, conditions, and terms are subject to change without notice. These promotions are a limited time offer. Please contact Eagle Community Credit Union for the most current information.
The promotional 18-month Certificate offers a dividend rate of 4.169%, with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 4.250%. Dividends are credited as stated in the terms of the Truth-in-Savings Disclosure Account Agreement. Upon maturity, the Certificate will automatically renew into a standard, non-promotional 24-month Certificate at the dividend rate in effect at the time of renewal. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Membership eligibility and other terms and conditions apply. Rates, conditions, and terms are subject to change without notice. These promotions are a limited time offer. Please contact Eagle Community Credit Union for the most current information.
Regular
Terms and Conditions
Variable Rate
CD Special; Balance: $50,000 - $99,999
Balance: $500-$249,999; Term Share and Traditional, Roth & SEP IRA Certificates
Balance: $2,000.00 to $9,999.99
Balance: $200,000.00 +
Balance: $5+
Balance: $90,000.00 - $199,999.99
CD Special; Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Over $90,000
Over $90,000
> $90,000
Balance: $50,000.00 - $89,999.99
Maximum opening deposit $500,000.00
Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
New Money CDs
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Online CDs
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Balance: $100,000 +
Term: 2 years with Epic Premium Checking
Balance: $500-$99,999
Minimum balance for all Certificates and IRA Certificates is $500.
Balance: $500+; APY**
Balance: $2,000.00 to $9,999.99
Balance: $250,000 and over
Balance: $200,000.00 and over
Balance: $200,000.00+
Balance: $200,000.00 and over; Traditional Share Certificate
Balance: $200,000.00 +
Balance: 24 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $100,000.00 - $199,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $199,999.99; Traditional Share Certificate
Balance: $5+
New Money is defined as funds not currently on deposit. Early withdrawal penalties may apply.
Balance: $90,000.00 - $199,999.99
Balance: $100,000
Over $90,000
Over $90,000
Minimum = $1,000
Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
payroll deposit only
Compounded Daily; Early Withdrawal Penalty
3 years (1x Bump Up)
1x Bump Up; IRA Share Certificates (Traditional, Roth, & Coverdell)
Balance: $100,000 and over; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1,000 - $19,999.99; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Minimum = $1,000; APY range: 4.07% - **4.28%
Balance: $100,000 +
Balance: $200,000.00 +
Balance: 36 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $5+
Balance: $90,000.00 - $199,999.99
Balance: $100,000
Over $90,000
Over $90,000
Balance: $500-$99,999
Balance: $50,000.00 - $89,999.99
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999.99
Balance: $50,000
Balance: $500+
Balance: $10,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $1,000
Minimum = $1,000; APY range: 4.28% - **4.49%
Funds on deposit at AFCU are not eligible for this promotion unless matched with outside (new) funds from another financial institution.
Balance: $100,000 +
Over $90,000
Over $90,000
Balance: $5+
Balance: $500-$99,999
Balance: 48 Month
Balance: $40,000
APY= Annual Percentage Yield. Rates subject to change without notice.
Balance: $10,000
Balance: $500+
IRA Certificates - Traditional & Roth
Platinum APR* / APY**
Balance: $1,000
Minimum balance of $100,000 is required to open, maintain and earn dividends. Fixed rate.
Balance: $2,500
Balance: $2,000
Gold APR* / APY**
Balance: $1,000
Compounded Daily; Early Withdrawal Penalty
Watch your money grow at a premium rate when you agree to receive paperless eStatements. Balances of $50,000 or more earn higher rates. No monthly fee. Auto renewal available. Federally insured balances up to $250,000.00.
Term: 5 years with Epic Premium Checking
payroll deposit only
Rates and terms are accurate as of Tuesday, October 06, 2026 and are subject to change.
Balance: $250,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Contributions for the current and/or prior year may be added at any time. Rollovers and deposits transferred from another plan or institution can be made during the 10 day grace period immediately following the maturity date.
Balance: $250,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Balance: $250,000.00 and over
Minimum = $1,000; APY range: 4.39% - ** 4.59%
Balance: $100,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Contributions for the current and/or prior year may be added at any time. Rollovers and deposits transferred from another plan or institution can be made during the 10 day grace period immediately following the maturity date.
Balance: $100,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99
Balance: $50,000 Minimum Balance; Contributions for the current and/or prior year may be added at any time. Rollovers and deposits transferred from another plan or institution can be made during the 10 day grace period immediately following the maturity date.
Balance: $250,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo)
Balance: $50,000 Minimum Balance; Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $250,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Balance: $250,000.00 and over
Balance: $20,000 Minimum Balance; Contributions for the current and/or prior year may be added at any time. Rollovers and deposits transferred from another plan or institution can be made during the 10 day grace period immediately following the maturity date.
Balance: $100,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo)
Balance: $20,000 Minimum Balance; Balance: $20,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000 Minimum Balance (Jumbo); Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99
Contributions for the current and/or prior year may be added at any time. Rollovers and deposits transferred from another plan or institution can be made during the 10 day grace period immediately following the maturity date.
Balance: $50,000 Minimum Balance
Balance: $500.00 - $19,999.99
Balance: $50,000 Minimum Balance; Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
$100,000; Annual Percentage Yield assumes that dividends remain in the account until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty will be imposed on early withdrawals from Certificates. No additional deposits can be made during the term of the Term Certificate. Rates, terms and conditions are solely within the discretion of the Board of Directors. We may limit the amount you may invest in one or more accounts to a total of $1,000,000.
Balance: $20,000 Minimum Balance
Balance: $20,000 Minimum Balance; Balance: $20,000.00 - $49,999.99
$50,000; Annual Percentage Yield assumes that dividends remain in the account until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty will be imposed on early withdrawals from Certificates. No additional deposits can be made during the term of the Term Certificate. Rates, terms and conditions are solely within the discretion of the Board of Directors. We may limit the amount you may invest in one or more accounts to a total of $1,000,000.
Balance: $500.00 - $19,999.99
$10,000; Annual Percentage Yield assumes that dividends remain in the account until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty will be imposed on early withdrawals from Certificates. No additional deposits can be made during the term of the Term Certificate. Rates, terms and conditions are solely within the discretion of the Board of Directors. We may limit the amount you may invest in one or more accounts to a total of $1,000,000.
Compare local Monte Sereno, CA 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.
California 12-month CD rates rose 0.034 points over the past 7 days to 3.145% APY.
California 6-month CD rates rose 0.008 points over the past 7 days to 2.947% APY.
Where are California 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 California average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | CA Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.387% | $119.36 | $238.72 | $596.80 | $1,193.60 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.947% | $147.34 | $294.68 | $736.70 | $1,473.40 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.145% | $157.24 | $314.48 | $786.20 | $1,572.40 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.098% | $154.90 | $309.79 | $774.48 | $1,548.95 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.989% | $149.43 | $298.85 | $747.13 | $1,494.25 |
| 36-Month CD | 3.018% | $150.88 | $301.75 | $754.38 | $1,508.75 |
| 48-Month CD | 3.034% | $151.71 | $303.42 | $758.55 | $1,517.10 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.199% | $159.95 | $319.91 | $799.78 | $1,599.55 |
| 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 California average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | CA Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.387% | $119.36 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.947% | $147.34 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.145% | $157.24 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.989% | $149.43 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.018% | $150.88 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.897% blended | $724.25/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and California average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 3,167 CD rates from 28 banks and 97 credit unions with locations in Monte Sereno, California, plus national online institutions available to California 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: Schools Federal Credit Union offers a CD at 5.90% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Monte Sereno, California.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Monte Sereno, California
To find the best APYs in Monte Sereno, California, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Monte Sereno, California has 97 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
29.8% 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; an unemployment rate of 6.8% (vs. 4.8% nationally) underscores the value of a guaranteed fixed return. At today’s CA 12-month CD average of 3.145%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($15,744/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $495 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 Monte Sereno, California savers easier access to their funds. For example, F&A Federal Credit Union is offering its 6 Month Certificate at 4.50% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Skyla Federal Credit Union is offering its 60 Month elite jumbo cd at 4.75% 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 Monte Sereno, California 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 CA top rate of 5.90% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $590 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Monte Sereno, California CD LadderCA CD rates currently range from 2.387% (3-month) to 3.018% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Monte Sereno, California CD at 5.90% 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 SavingsCalifornia’s average 12-month CD is 3.145% 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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