West Des Moines, Iowa CD rates range from 0.05% to 4.80% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current West Des Moines, Iowa CD rates include Marine Credit UnionMarine Credit Union909 9th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 13.08%Real return: +1.86%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Jumbo Individual Retirement Account Certificates - 60-month at 4.66% APY, Fidelity Bank Savanna, ILFidelity Bank Savanna, IL177 S Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.99%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 20-month special, with rollover into 24-month at time of maturity at 4.50% APY, BankBank270 S 68th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.26%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering IntraFi Network CD 3 Year at 4.50% APY, TruBankTruBank6205 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 11.45%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6-12 Month CD Special at 4.35% APY, and Financial Plus Credit UnionFinancial Plus Credit Union1831 25th St, West Des Moines, IA 50266 1416A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.89%Real return: +1.28%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Certificate Specials - 18 Months at 4.08% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
West Des Moines has 169 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.66% APY from Marine Credit Union at 909 9th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265. 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 14, 2026
Non-institutional funds only. Rate current as of 9/25/26.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
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
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; 3 Month Certificate requires minimum deposit of $5,000; Rate = dividend rate
Interest Compounded and Credited: At Maturity
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
PENALTY=90 DAYS OF INTEREST
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Share Certificate
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; Rates as of August 21, 2026
Balance: $90,000 +
Balance: $50,000 - $89,999
Balance: $10,000 - $49,999
Balance: $250 - $9,999
Balance: $50,000 - $99,999
@Maturity
Open online; Penalty for Early Withdrawal; Interest compounded quarterly
Balance: $25,000 - $49,999
APY* Quarterly
Interest Frequency: 3 Months; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 91 Days
Balance: $10,000 - $24,999
Balance: $5,000 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000 - $4,999
Regular Share Certificate; 3-11 month products paid monthly, others paid quarterly
Minimum Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000; APY shown accurate as of 10/1/26 and available for a limited time; Penalty for early withdrawal; Membership required
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; Rates as of August 21, 2026
Balance: $100,000 & over
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 and over
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $100,000.00 and greater
Member Loyalty APY: 4.20%; Period: Quarterly
Balance: => $100,000; Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: => $100,000
PENALTY=180 DAYS OF INTEREST
$500 Minimum
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Penalty: 3 month
Penalty: 3 month
Balance: $1.00.00-99.999.99
Member Loyalty APY: 4.10%; Period: Quarterly
Dividend Frequency: Monthly
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Not applicable to IRAs; Renewal: Automatic; Rates effective 11/10/25
Balance: $100,000+
APY* Quarterly
Balance: $100,000+
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: < $100,000
Penalty for early withdrawal
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Balance: $10,000+
All accounts are subject to credit qualifications. Early withdrawal penalties may apply, fees may reduce earnings on an account.
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
12-month add-on CD; ongoing deposits allowed during the term; monthly savings updates; fixed-term savings structure; for children 12 and under
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Balance: $1,000.00 and above
Balance: $10,000+
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000 and above
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Dividends compounded quarterly
Limited time only; Minimum $10,000; Dividends are compounded quarterly
$10,000; Dividend rate and APY fixed for the term; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000-24,999
$500 Minimum
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
New Money only brought in from other financials; no existing funds are eligible
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Balance: 50,000+
Balance: 25,000+
Balance: 2,500 (GO)
Balance: 2,500+
Balance: 500+
Balance: $10,000+
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Balance: $1,000.00 and above
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Bump-Up CD; Available for a limited time only!; Increase your rate once during the term of your CD if Capra's rates increase; Valid for new customers to Capra Bank; Must have or open an active Elevate or Summit checking account to obtain CD Special Offer. Restrictions apply.; Available in Dubuque, Lubbock, Albuquerque, and Boise.
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $100,000+
Penalty: 6 month
Penalty: 6 month
Dividends compounded quarterly
Limited time only; Minimum $10,000; Dividends are compounded quarterly
$10,000; Dividend rate and APY fixed for the term; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000+
$10,000 Minimum
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Penalty for early withdrawal
Penalty for early withdrawal.
Interest Compounded and Credited: Semi-Annually
All accounts are subject to credit qualifications. Early withdrawal penalties may apply, fees may reduce earnings on an account.
Treasury Rates**: 4.77%
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Balance: $10,000+
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $1,000.00 and above
As High As; $1,000 minimum balance required to obtain stated APY in each term tier; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of 10/1/2026 and subject to change without notice; Penalty for early withdrawal; interest compounds daily and is credited monthly and at maturity
Balance: $250 - $1,000; Members ages 17 and under
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000+
Time Share Certificates
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Limited Time Special; $100,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Limited Time Only
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Limited Time Special; $1,000 minimum; Penalty for Early Withdrawal
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Hurry, this short-term CD special offer is available for a limited time! Rates effective as of September 21, 2026. Member FDIC.
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Treasury Rates**: 4.87%
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $50,000+
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Balance: $25,000+
Balance: $2,500 (GO)
Balance: $2,500+
Balance: $500+
Balance: $10,000+
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Limited Time Only
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000+
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
$100,000 Minimum
Semi-Annually
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
IRA Savings: $1000 Minimum
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Variable dividend rate; Minimum $500 balance required
Balance: $10,000+
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $10,000+
Balance: $100,000 & over
Balance: $10,000
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $1,000+
Semi-Annually
Share Certificate
$100,000 Minimum
Interest Paid Monthly
IRA/HSA & Share Certificate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500 to open and earn dividends; Rate = dividend rate
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 and above
Minimum Balance: $25,000 Minimum
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure. APY current as of 10/01/2026.
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal and subject to account closure; APY is current as of 10/01/2026
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Auto Renew Yes
Interest Paid Quarterly; Automatically Renewable Yes
Balance: 50,000+
Footnote: $5,000 minimum balance. 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.
Interest compounded monthly unless paid directly to you; early withdrawal penalty of 90 days of interest; withdrawal of earnings could reduce APY
Balance: 25,000+
Balance: 10,000+
Balance: 2,500+
Variable dividend rate; Minimum $500 balance required
Variable dividend rate; Minimum $500 balance required
Balance: 500+
Balance: $0 - $9,999
Minimum to Open/Average Daily Balance to Earn APY: $500 and above
Minimum Balance To Obtain APY: $1,000; rates based on zip code
Balance: up to $100,000.00; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 to $99,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $1000 to $49,999.99
Balance: $10,000+
Deposit Amount: $225,000.00 and above; Compounding: Quarterly
Must have a loan, deposit, or trust and investment account with City State Bank.
Deposit Amount: $125,000.00-$224,999.99`; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $100,000 & over
Deposit Amount: $500.00-$124,999.99; Compounding: Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$99,999
Balance: $1,000+
Interest Paid Monthly
Share Certificate
As High As; Summary rate card on Rates page
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
Dividend rate may be bumped up two times during initial term
$100,000 Minimum
Balance: $60,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000 and above
Compare local West 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 rose 0.016 points over the past 7 days to 2.845% APY.
Iowa 6-month CD rates fell 0.020 points over the past 7 days to 2.671% 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 | 1.904% | $95.21 | $190.41 | $476.03 | $952.05 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.671% | $133.56 | $267.12 | $667.80 | $1,335.60 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.845% | $142.25 | $284.50 | $711.25 | $1,422.50 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.838% | $141.91 | $283.82 | $709.55 | $1,419.10 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.725% | $136.26 | $272.52 | $681.30 | $1,362.60 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.591% | $129.54 | $259.07 | $647.68 | $1,295.35 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.647% | $132.34 | $264.67 | $661.68 | $1,323.35 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.704% | $135.19 | $270.37 | $675.93 | $1,351.85 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 14, 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 | 1.904% | $95.21 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.671% | $133.56 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.845% | $142.25 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.725% | $136.26 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.591% | $129.54 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.547% blended | $636.82/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 1,314 CD rates from 55 banks and 39 credit unions with locations in West 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: Marine Credit Union offers a CD at 4.66% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in West Des Moines, Iowa.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in West Des Moines, Iowa
To find the best APYs in West Des Moines, Iowa, start with credit unions and online-only banks: West Des Moines, Iowa 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
15.1% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 2.4% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s IA 12-month CD average of 2.845%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($5,164/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $147 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 West 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 West 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 West Des Moines, Iowa savers easier access to their funds. For example, Marine Credit Union is offering its 6 Month Certificate Special at 4.00% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Marine Credit Union is offering its Jumbo Individual Retirement Account Certificates - 60-month at 4.66% 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 West 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 West 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 West 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 West 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 4.66% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $466 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
West Des Moines, Iowa CD LadderIA CD rates currently range from 1.904% (3-month) to 2.591% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a West Des Moines, Iowa CD at 4.66% 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 2.845% 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 West Des Moines, Iowa. 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 IA.
Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: Our rate updaters verify and update CD rates daily. Because yields can fluctuate rapidly, every CD product listed features its own specific “last updated” date for full transparency.