Current CD rates in St Petersburg, Florida range from 3.25% to 4.50% APY across the five banks and credit unions featured below, verified by MonitorBankRates as of September 28, 2026. Current St Petersburg, Florida CD rates include Suncoast Credit UnionSuncoast Credit Union1022 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33705A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.26%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month Jumbo Certificate at 4.50% APY, Achieva Credit UnionAchieva Credit Union5500 16th St N, St Petersburg, FL 33703A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.57%Real return: +1.30%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6 month IRA CD at 4.10% APY, Pinellas Federal Credit UnionPinellas Federal Credit Union3100 5th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33713 7610A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.96%Real return: +1.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 1 Year Certificate Account at 4.00% APY, GTE Federal Credit UnionGTE Federal Credit Union4584 38th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33713A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.65%Real return: +1.02%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Jumbo Share Certificates at 3.82% APY, and TruistTruist6300 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33707A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.81%Real return: +0.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12-month CD at 3.25% APY. CD rates as of September 28, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
St Petersburg has 144 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.50% APY from Suncoast Credit Union at 1022 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33705. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Florida area. 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: September 28, 2026
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
Available for current 3-Month CD clients only. Online-only high-yield rates. The costs we save by operating exclusively online, we pass along to our clients. Minimum deposit of $25,000 required to earn advertised APY. Maximum amount allowed per client is $1,000,000.
SPECIAL OFFER THRU 9/30/26
SPECIAL OFFER THRU 9/30/26
Earn 3.55% APY on balances of $500 or more.
Existing certificates only - no new accounts offered
Existing certificates only - no new accounts offered
Penalty for early withdrawal: 3 Months Dividends
VIP Bonus APY: 3.55%
Balance: $1,000,000 OR HIGHER
Offer not available to funds currently on deposit at Seacoast Bank. Special Annual Percentage Yield (APY) applicable to initial term only. At maturity, CD will automatically renew for the same renewal term.
IRA Certificate
Balance: $100
Balance: $50,000 or more
Balance: $750,000-$999,999.99
VIP Bonus APY: 3.40%
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
Balance: $50,000-$99,999.99
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Traditional and IRA. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Call 800.593.2274 or visit a branch to open your CD and start saving today.
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Call 800.593.2274 or visit a branch to open your CD and start saving today.
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Call 800.593.2274 or visit a branch to open your CD and start saving today.
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500+
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
No penalty for early withdrawals
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To receive these rates and terms the certificate must be opened under a commercial/business account with BCFCU. BCFCU reserves the right to end promotion at any time.
Compound Period: Daily
Compound Period: Daily
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Only available to existing Premier customers.
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Online-only high-yield rates. The costs we save by operating exclusively online, we pass along to our clients. Minimum deposit of $25,000 required to earn advertised APY. Maximum amount allowed per client is $1,000,000.
Penalty for early withdrawal: 3 Months Dividends
All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Balance: $500+
Balance: $500 & Up
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Special rate on new CD accounts.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99. Additional terms are available at a branch.
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
IRA Account
The Family Legacy Certificate Account must be opened within two years of the date of death. Eligibility is subject to verification.
IRA Certificate
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Featured rate
Special; Tru Traditional/Roth IRA Accounts
Only available to existing Premier customers.
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Minimum to Obtain: $500
up to
No penalty for early withdrawals
Call 800.593.2274 or visit a branch to open your CD and start saving today.
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500; Call 800.593.2274 or visit a branch to open your CD and start saving today.
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
Balance: $100,000 and above
Promotional certificate. Or, 4.35% APY* with $100 min.
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: Under $100,000
Promotional certificate. Rate is with $100 min.
Balance: $1,000 - $100,000 +
Balance: Under $100,000
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $500-$49,999; This is a variable rate certificate. The rate is adjusted on the first of each month and is calculated by using the 24-month Treasury Bill rate in effect on the 10th day of the previous month plus 0.25% (25 basis points). At maturity, the certificate automatically renews.
Interest Frequency: Semi
IRA Certificate
Interest Frequency: Semi
Traditional and IRA. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Balance: $500+
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 & Up
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
Exclusively for Premier clients.
Only available to existing Premier customers.
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $1000.
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Special; Tru Traditional/Roth IRA Accounts
Interest Frequency: Semi
Interest Frequency: Semi
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Traditional and IRA. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Penalty waived on a one-time withdrawal, up to the full amount of the CD, after the account has been open for 7 calendar days. Additional withdrawals will be assessed a 30 day interest penalty.
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: 24 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999.99
Penalty for early withdrawal: 6 Months Dividends
Balance: $100,000
Balance: $25,000
Balance: $500
Balance: $500+
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $500 & Up
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Interest Frequency: Semi
Interest Frequency: Semi
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Minimum to Obtain: $500
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000 - $9,999
Balance: $100,000 and over
Penalty for early withdrawal: 9 Months Dividends
Balance: 36 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500+
Balance: $500 & Up
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Interest Frequency: Semi
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Penalty for early withdrawal: 9 Months Dividends
Balance: 48 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $750,000-$999,999.99
Balance: $2,500 - $2,499.99
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $500,000-$749,999.99
All rates are Annual Percentage Yields.
Management has discretion to match local rate offerings! Call for weekly rates and information Early withdrawal penalties apply *APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are indications only, and are subject to change with market conditions. Please contact a Member Service Representative for current rates. The stated rate and effective annual rate are the same.
Management has discretion to match local rate offerings! Call for weekly rates and information Early withdrawal penalties apply *APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are indications only, and are subject to change with market conditions. Please contact a Member Service Representative for current rates. The stated rate and effective annual rate are the same.
Balance: $1,000.00+
Compound Period: Daily
Compound Period: Daily
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500 - $24,999.99
Balance: $500+
Balance: $500 & Up
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Relationship APY
90 days interest penalty for early withdrawal
Minimum $75,000
Interest Frequency: Semi
Interest Frequency: Monthly
Interest Frequency: Semi
Minimum $5,000
Penalty for early withdrawal: 9 Months Dividends
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Jumbo Certificate rates require a $100,000.00 minimum deposit. Contact a Consumer Financial Advocate or review your Important Account Information brochure for details on terms and conditions.
Interest Frequency: Semi
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $100,000+
Management has discretion to match local rate offerings! Call for weekly rates and information Early withdrawal penalties apply *APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are indications only, and are subject to change with market conditions. Please contact a Member Service Representative for current rates. The stated rate and effective annual rate are the same.
Management has discretion to match local rate offerings! Call for weekly rates and information Early withdrawal penalties apply *APY=Annual Percentage Yield. Rates are indications only, and are subject to change with market conditions. Please contact a Member Service Representative for current rates. The stated rate and effective annual rate are the same.
Balance: 60 Month
Balance: $40,000
Balance: $100,000 and over
Compare local St Petersburg, FL 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.
Florida 12-month CD rates fell 0.010 points over the past 7 days to 2.942% APY.
Florida 6-month CD rates rose 0.001 points over the past 7 days to 2.768% APY.
Where are Florida CD rates headed through September 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 Florida average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | FL Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.076% | $103.80 | $207.59 | $518.98 | $1,037.95 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.768% | $138.39 | $276.78 | $691.95 | $1,383.90 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.942% | $147.08 | $294.15 | $735.38 | $1,470.75 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.817% | $140.84 | $281.67 | $704.18 | $1,408.35 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.836% | $141.82 | $283.64 | $709.10 | $1,418.20 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.757% | $137.86 | $275.71 | $689.28 | $1,378.55 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.751% | $137.54 | $275.08 | $687.70 | $1,375.40 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.843% | $142.17 | $284.33 | $710.83 | $1,421.65 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of September 28, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Florida average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | FL Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.076% | $103.80 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.768% | $138.39 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.942% | $147.08 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.836% | $141.82 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.757% | $137.86 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.676% blended | $668.95/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Florida average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,686 CD rates from 39 banks and 65 credit unions with locations in St Petersburg, Florida, plus national online institutions available to Florida 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 (1–5), 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: Suncoast Credit Union offers a CD at 4.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in St Petersburg, Florida.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in St Petersburg, Florida
To find the best APYs in St Petersburg, Florida, start with credit unions and online-only banks: St Petersburg, Florida has 65 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 (state-level data shown; city data not available)
21.3% 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. At today’s FL 12-month CD average of 2.942%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,189/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $123 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 (90–180 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 St Petersburg, Florida savers easier access to their funds. For example, Achieva Credit Union is offering its 6 month IRA CD at 4.10% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Suncoast Credit Union is offering its 60 Month Jumbo Certificate at 4.00% 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 St Petersburg, Florida 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 30–180 days of interest. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
At today’s FL top rate of 4.50% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $450 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
St Petersburg, Florida CD LadderFL CD rates currently range from 2.076% (3-month) to 2.757% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a St Petersburg, Florida CD at 4.50% APY, know your exit cost. Most institutions charge 90–180 days of interest. Calculate your real net return if you need early access.
CD vs. High-Yield SavingsFlorida’s average 12-month CD is 2.942% 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 St Petersburg, Florida. 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 FL.
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