Des Moines, Iowa CD rates range from 0.05% to 4.80% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 23, 2026. Current Des Moines, Iowa CD rates include Serve Credit UnionServe Credit Union423 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 2010A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.05%Real return: +1.10%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 60-Month Certificate at 4.80% APY, Midwest Heritage BankMidwest Heritage Bank4605 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.76%Real return: +0.80%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 21, 2026 offering Certificate of Deposit 24 Months at 4.50% APY, TruBankTruBank612 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 11.45%Real return: +0.65%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 22, 2026 offering 6-12 Month CD Special at 4.35% APY, Vibrant Credit UnionVibrant Credit Union520 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309A-5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 14.44%Real return: +0.55%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 20, 2026 offering 6-Month CD Special at 4.25% APY, and Journey Credit UnionJourney Credit Union1400 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 3403A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.72%Real return: +0.53%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 6 Month Jumbo Certificates at 4.23% APY. CD rates as of October 23, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Des Moines has 275 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.80% APY from Serve Credit Union at 423 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 2010. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Iowa 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: October 23, 2026
Loyalty Program Platinum Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Loyalty Program Gold Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Loyalty Program Silver Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Loyalty Program Bronze Tier; Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Base rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Relationship rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000; Non-institutional funds only; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Rate current as of 9/25/26
Only available for members under age 18; $100 min, $30,000 max; Member may add to certificate balance at any time; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: under $100k; Limited time special offer; Effective Date: 10/19/2026; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Apply online
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Interest Paid: At Maturity; $500 minimum balance for CDs; APY rates effective 8/24/2026 and subject to change
Certificate of Deposit Special Rates; $500 minimum deposit to open; Rates effective as of 9/21/2026; CD specials are available only for a limited time
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; 3 Month Certificate requires minimum deposit of $5,000
Interest Compounded and Credited: At Maturity
Compounded at maturity
Penalty for early withdrawal applies; many interest payment options available
Balance: $100,000 & over; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Current rates effective as of October 13, 2026
Balance: $1,000-$99,999; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Certificate of Deposit Accounts; Effective 09/25/2026
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; rates as of August 21, 2026
Balance: $90,000 +; APY* = Annual Percentage Yield
Balance: $50,000 - $89,999
Balance: $10,000 - $49,999
Balance: $250 - $9,999
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999
Effective Thru 10/20/2026; Compound Frequency: @Maturity
Balance: $50,000.00 & IRA
Rates as of June 8, 2023; APY compounded quarterly
Open online
Balance: $15,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
Balance: $1,000.00 minimum; 3-60 month term has a minimum opening balance requirement of $1000.00
Balance: $50,000.00 & IRA
Balance: $15,000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $2,500.00 minimum; 30-90 day has a minimum opening balance requirement of $2500.00
Interest paid at maturity
Auto-renews into a 6-month certificate at the current rate at maturity; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
$100,000 Minimum
Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000; APY is as of 10/9/2026 and may be discontinued at any time; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed; Offer limited to new, consumer certificates only
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
$2,500 Minimum
Interest compounded quarterly; Public funds not eligible; Renews automatically for 12 months at new rate
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Minimum $500 balance required
Relationship rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; rates as of August 21, 2026
Iowa residents in Polk, Jasper, and surrounding counties; Balance: $50,000 to $245,000
Balance: $100,000 & over; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $100,000 and above
Iowa residents in Polk, Jasper, and surrounding counties; Balance: $10,000 to $49,999.99
Limited Time Special; Penalty for early withdrawal
Iowa residents in Polk, Jasper, and surrounding counties; Balance: $2,000 to $9,999.99
Balance: $1,000-$99,999; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Balance: $100,000.00 & greater; Period: Quarterly; Member Loyalty APY
Limited Time Special; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99; Period: Quarterly; Member Loyalty APY
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater; Period: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000.00 & greater; Period: Quarterly
Balance: => $100,000
Balance: => $100,000; Penalty for early withdrawal
CD Special - You Pick Your Term!; Contact customer service at 641-664-2265 to learn more
Minimum balance to open: $10,000
Current rates effective as of October 13, 2026
APY shown accurate as of 10/1/26 and available for a limited time; Penalty for early withdrawal; Membership required
Balance: $1.00.00-99.999.99 (as printed); Period: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99; Period: Quarterly
Relationship Package Qualifications apply; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed
Pick Your Term CD Specials; Special interest rate and APY, offered only on a limited time basis
Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000; APY is as of 10/9/2026 and may be discontinued at any time; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed; Offer limited to new, consumer certificates only
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under; Rates effective 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
CD Specials; Special interest rate and APY, offered only on a limited time basis
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Dividend rate 4.00%; Minimum $10,000 to earn stated APY; Rates as of 2/10/2025
Limited time offer
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $100 & Over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Auto Renew: Yes; IRA certificate (Add2IRA allows multiple deposits)
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Balance to obtain APY: $500+; Minimum balance to obtain APY for CD Specials is $500.00; Early withdrawal penalties may apply
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
$2,500 Minimum
Pick Your Term CD Specials; Special interest rate and APY, offered only on a limited time basis
12-month add-on CD; ongoing deposits allowed during the term; monthly savings updates; fixed-term savings structure
Interest compounded quarterly; Public funds not eligible; Renews automatically for 12 months at new rate
Opening minimum tier: $100,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Opening minimum tier: $2,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Add-on: additions may be made any time at the original rate; each addition at least $150; total additions cannot exceed $10,000; Penalty: 3 month
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
IRA Certificates: $25,000 minimum; minimum balance required to earn stated APY
Minimum $25,000; Dividend Rate and APY
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Relationship rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Bay Area CA counties only
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 12 Months (12-23 Months); Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Certificates/IRA Certificates: $1,000 minimum; Dividend rate 1.25%
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $0.00 through $249,999.99
Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000; APY is as of 10/9/2026 and may be discontinued at any time; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed; Offer limited to new, consumer certificates only
CD Specials; Special interest rate and APY, offered only on a limited time basis
Balance: Minimum $5,000 balance required; New Money only brought in from other financials; no existing funds are eligible; Current rates as of 10/01/2026
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Penalty: 6 month
Penalty: 6 month
Dividend rate 3.75%; Minimum $10,000 to earn stated APY; Rates as of 2/10/2025
Limited time offer
$10,000 Minimum
Balance to obtain APY: $500+; Minimum balance to obtain APY for CD Specials is $500.00; Early withdrawal penalties may apply
Interest compounded quarterly; Public funds not eligible; Renews automatically for 12 months at new rate
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Minimum $25,000; Dividend Rate and APY
Certificates/IRA Certificates: $1,000 minimum; Dividend rate 1.25%
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 and above; APY as of 09/18/2026
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and above
Special
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Limited Time Special; Penalty for early withdrawal
Available in Dubuque, Lubbock, Albuquerque, and Boise Only; Bump-up: may increase rate once during the term if Capra's rates increase; Valid for new customers; $10,000 minimum opening deposit in new funds required; Must have or open an active Elevate or Summit checking account
Current rates effective as of October 13, 2026
Limited Time Special; Penalty for early withdrawal
Compounded semi-annually
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Adjust-A-Rate CD: during the first term, the owner may exchange the rate once per maturity at no cost; rates effective as of August 26, 2026; subject to early withdrawal penalty
Rates effective as of 10/20/2026
Balance: $100,000+; $1,000 minimum deposit to open account
Interest Paid: Semi-Annually; $500 minimum balance for CDs; APY rates effective 8/24/2026 and subject to change
A penalty may be charged for funds withdrawn prior to maturity
Penalty may be charged for funds withdrawn prior to maturity
Semi Annual Interest; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
CD Special - You Pick Your Term!; Contact customer service at 641-664-2265 to learn more
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under; Rates effective 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Minimum balance to obtain APY is $1,000; APY is as of 10/9/2026 and may be discontinued at any time; Early withdrawal penalty may be imposed; Offer limited to new, consumer certificates only
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance to obtain APY: $500+; Minimum balance to obtain APY for CD Specials is $500.00; Early withdrawal penalties may apply
$2,500 Minimum
Dividend rate 3.50%; Minimum $10,000 to earn stated APY; Rates as of 2/10/2025
Limited time offer
Interest compounded quarterly; Public funds not eligible; Renews automatically for 12 months at new rate
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Opening minimum tier: $100,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Early withdrawal penalty: 180 days interest (terms over 12 months); IRA CDs also available at these terms; Dividends paid quarterly
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Opening minimum tier: $2,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
IRA Certificates: $25,000 minimum; minimum balance required to earn stated APY
Minimum $25,000; Dividend Rate and APY
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Opening minimum tier: $500.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Certificates/IRA Certificates: $1,000 minimum; Dividend rate 1.75%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Minimum $500 balance required
Term: 24 Months (24-35 Months); Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $0.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $1,000.00 and above; APY as of 09/18/2026
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000+; $1,000 minimum deposit to open account
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
IRA Savings: $1000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
$2,500 Minimum
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Dividends are compounded yearly
Limited time offer
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $0.00 through $249,999.99
Opening minimum tier: $100,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Minimum $25,000; Dividend Rate and APY; Dividends are compounded yearly
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Opening minimum tier: $2,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Minimum $500 balance required
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Certificates/IRA Certificates: $1,000 minimum; Dividend rate 1.75%; dividends compounded yearly
Dividends are compounded yearly
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 36 Months (36-47 Months); Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $10,000+; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Limited Time Only; Compound Frequency: Semi Annual
Balance: $100,000 & over; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Balance: $125,000.00-$224,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
$2,500 Minimum
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Opening minimum tier: $100,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Variable rate certificate; Regular & IRA Certificates
Minimum $500 balance required
Opening minimum tier: $2,000.00; APY accurate as of 01/01/2026
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Term: 48 Months (48-59 Months); Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $0.00 through $249,999.99
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $10,000+; $1,000 minimum deposit to open account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 & over; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Balance: $10,000 and over; Minimum Balance to Open: $10,000
Balance: $1,000-$99,999; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
APY current as of 10/01/2026; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000.00 and Over
Balance: $1,000+; $1,000 minimum deposit to open account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Compounded semi-annually
Certificate of Deposit Accounts; Effective 09/25/2026
Iowa residents in Polk, Jasper, and surrounding counties; Balance: $50,000 to $245,000
Effective Thru 10/20/2026; Compound Frequency: Semi-Annually
Balance: $0.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99; Minimum of $1,000 Deposit; Rates as of 10/1/2026
Balance: $15,000.00 and over; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $500 & Over; Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000.00 - $14,999.99; Interest Paid: Quarterly; Automatically Renewable: Yes
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; Withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY; Early withdrawal penalty of 180 days of interest will be imposed; $5,000 minimum balance per table footnote
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest
$2,500 Minimum
Balance: $250,000 and over; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Penalty: 6 month
Penalty: 6 month
Balance: $100,000 - $249,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Rates effective: 10/1/2026
Balance: $0.00 through $249,999.99
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Variable rate certificate; Regular & IRA Certificates
Variable rate education certificate; Regular & IRA Certificates
Minimum $500 balance required
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.50%
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.40%
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.30%
Interest Rate is Base Interest Rate + 0.20%
Base Interest Rate (Consumer Rate Sheet)
Balance: $1,000.00 through $249,999.99
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
IRA CDs also available at these current terms
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
APY current as of 10/01/2026; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 and above
Balance: $10,000+; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Must have a loan, deposit, or trust and investment account with City State Bank; Effective 09/25/2026
Balance: $2,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $125,000.00-$224,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Certificate of Deposit Accounts; Effective 09/25/2026
IRA Accounts; Effective 09/25/2026
Balance: $100,000 & over; Minimum $1,000 to open; APY based on quarterly compounding; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Compare local Des Moines, IA 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.
Iowa 12-month CD rates fell 0.006 points over the past 7 days to 2.866% APY.
Iowa 6-month CD rates rose 0.046 points over the past 7 days to 2.798% APY.
Where are Iowa 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 Iowa average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | IA Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.899% | $94.97 | $189.93 | $474.83 | $949.65 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.798% | $139.88 | $279.76 | $699.40 | $1,398.80 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.866% | $143.31 | $286.62 | $716.55 | $1,433.10 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.912% | $145.62 | $291.23 | $728.08 | $1,456.15 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.749% | $137.47 | $274.94 | $687.35 | $1,374.70 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.614% | $130.70 | $261.40 | $653.50 | $1,307.00 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.683% | $134.14 | $268.27 | $670.68 | $1,341.35 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.701% | $135.06 | $270.12 | $675.30 | $1,350.60 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 23, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Iowa average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | IA Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.899% | $94.97 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.798% | $139.88 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.866% | $143.31 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.749% | $137.47 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.614% | $130.70 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.585% blended | $646.33/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Iowa average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,441 CD rates from 73 banks and 36 credit unions with locations in Des Moines, Iowa, plus national online institutions available to Iowa 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: Serve Credit Union offers a CD at 4.80% APY with a minimum deposit of $1,000. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Des Moines, Iowa.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Des Moines, Iowa
To find the best APYs in Des Moines, Iowa, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Des Moines, Iowa has 36 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
12.7% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%. At today’s IA 12-month CD average of 2.866%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,119/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $118 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 Des Moines, Iowa savers easier access to their funds. For example, Vibrant Credit Union is offering its 6-Month CD Special at 4.25% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Serve Credit Union is offering its 60-Month 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 Des Moines, Iowa 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 IA top rate of 4.80% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $480 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Des Moines, Iowa CD LadderIA CD rates currently range from 1.899% (3-month) to 2.614% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Des Moines, Iowa 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 SavingsIowa’s average 12-month CD is 2.866% 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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