Bay City, Michigan CD rates range from 0.01% to 5.25% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 23, 2026. Current Bay City, Michigan CD rates include United Financial Credit UnionUnited Financial Credit Union6354 Westside Saginaw Rd, Bay City, MI 48706 9394A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.54%Real return: +1.35%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 6 month - 4H or FFA CD at 5.05% APY, Lake Huron Credit UnionLake Huron Credit Union314 E Midland St, Bay City, MI 48706A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.25%Real return: +0.80%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 24 Month Certificate of Deposit at 4.50% APY, Wildfire Credit UnionWildfire Credit Union2936 Wilder Rd, Bay City, MI 48706A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%Real return: +0.37%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 60 Month Business Jumbo Certificates at 4.07% APY, Financial Plus Credit Union Flint, MIFinancial Plus Credit Union Flint, MI4129 N Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.74%Real return: +0.25%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 12 Month Youth CD at 3.95% APY, and Independent BankIndependent Bank745 N Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.46%Real return: +0.06%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 20, 2026 offering 3-Month CD Special at 3.76% APY. CD rates as of October 23, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Bay City has 278 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 5.05% APY from United Financial Credit Union at 6354 Westside Saginaw Rd, Bay City, MI 48706 9394. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Michigan 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
Interest Tier: $1,000 minimum; Effective October 14, 2026
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly
Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly
Youth; Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly; Subsequent deposits allowed; minors 17 or younger minimum $100.00
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Dividends: Quarterly; Max: $6,000,000
Rates current as of October 20, 2026
Qualifications Required; High-Yield Rewards Checking Account required; $1,000 minimum
Dividends: Quarterly; Max: $6,000,000
Limited time promotional yield on new certificates; IRA share certificates do not qualify; no additional deposits; substantial early withdrawal penalty applies
Limited time promotional yield; APY calculated on a 3.93% base rate; new certificates only; membership eligibility required; IRA share certificates do not qualify; no additional deposits during term; rolls over to 3-Month Certificate at available rates
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; APY is accurate as of 10/16/2026
East Lansing Rates
$1,000 minimum
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Second Tier APY; Balance: $100,000+
Minimum balance of $500 required to obtain stated APY; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
VIP Relationship Reward Bonus; Rates as of 10/18/26
Certificates of Deposit: $1,000 minimum to open; $1,000 minimum balance to obtain stated APY; rate and APY fixed for the term; limited to $250,000 per household; penalty may apply for early withdrawal
First Tier APY
Valid thru 10/25/2026
VIP Relationship Reward Bonus rate; where noted, CD rates include 0.25% MORE VIP Relationship Reward Bonus
Subject to penalty for early withdrawal
Subject to penalty for early withdrawal
Rates as of 10/18/26
Interest compounded and credited quarterly
Youth certificate (ages 19 and younger); interest compounded and credited quarterly
Valid thru 10/25/2026
Minimum: Amount of 4H or FFA - Youth Fair Participation Check, Max $5,000
Available for members under the age of 21; $100 - $2,000; 1 per member; Members may open a 2nd CD if joint owner has an Elite Checking Account
Must be 25 or younger; $100 minimum balance; $2,000 maximum deposit; deposits in $50 increments; up to 10 Youth CDs per youth account; APY will vary depending on the initial certificate deposit amount; penalty for early withdrawal; Effective Date: 10/18/2026
Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly
Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly
Youth; Compounded/Paid: Monthly/Monthly; Subsequent deposits allowed; minors 17 or younger minimum $100.00
Hometown Hero CD for veterans, active military, and first responders including EMT, police and fire staff
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
$100,000.00 Minimum CD Rates; Dividend period: Monthly
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Dividend period: Monthly; $100 for minors
Interest Tier: $500 minimum; Effective October 14, 2026
As of 10/1/2026
Minimum balance $1,000 (footnote *)
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Third 6-month term; Interest is compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at the end of each six-month term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
FEATURED RATE
FEATURED RATE; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Second 6-month term; Interest is compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at the end of each six-month term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
Share Certificate
First 6-month term; Interest is compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at the end of each six-month term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
Platinum & VIP Members; Balance: $500 - $1,000,000
Balance: $500 - $1,000,000; Platinum or VIP Members rate; Limited time promo; Kalsee Credit Union membership required
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Maximum purchase $250,000.00; Gold and Platinum members are eligible for bonus rates
Effective 10/18/2026; APY includes .25% bonus for Meijer Team members, Meijer retirees and current MCU members
Youth certificate
Youth CD (No minimum); As of 10/1/2026
Available for ages 24 and under; no minimum balance required; additional deposits allowed during term; one penalty-free withdrawal per 12-month term; rate accurate as of 6/1/26; Open Online
Must be 25 or younger; $2,000 maximum deposit; deposits in $50 increments; up to 10 Youth CDs per youth account; APY varies with initial deposit amount; Effective Date: 10/18/2026; penalty for early withdrawal
Must be 25 or younger; $100 minimum balance; $2,000 maximum deposit; deposits in $50 increments; up to 10 Youth CDs per youth account; APY will vary depending on the initial certificate deposit amount; penalty for early withdrawal; Effective Date: 10/18/2026
Rates as high as 3.60% APY* on our 12 Month CD; Terms from 3 to 62 months; Certificate Secured Loan available
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Youth; Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly; Subsequent deposits allowed; minors 17 or younger minimum $100.00
As of 10/1/2026
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
12 Month CD; Can Add Funds At Anytime; Cannot withdraw until 12 months after date of opening
HSA certificate
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Interest Tier: $500 minimum; Effective October 14, 2026
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
$100,000.00 Minimum CD Rates; Dividend period: Monthly
Dividend period: Monthly
1 per member; chance to win prizes with each $25 saved
1 per member; chance to win prizes with each $10 saved
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Legacy CD: for a representative, beneficiary or joint owner of a deceased member's account; Max deposit $1,000,000; two withdrawals and two additional deposits without penalty during the 12-month period; third withdrawal incurs a penalty and closes the account
Special; Ages 0-17; $1,000 maximum; One per member; Not available for business accounts
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days interest
Youth (Explorer) CD: 12-month term; Certificate of Deposit; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Featured rate; Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
As of 10/1/2026
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Hometown Hero CD for veterans, active military, and first responders including EMT, police and fire staff
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
$100,000.00 Minimum CD Rates; Dividend period: Monthly
Dividend period: Monthly
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Military rate; requires full direct deposit of $2,000 or more into checking; military status verification required; At maturity, the CD will be renewed into a 24-month CD.
Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Rates effective as of October 19, 2026
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
East Lansing Rates
Special CD/Share Certificate Rates; Only new funds eligible for promotional rate. Qualifications apply.
Dividend rate 4.21%; APY 4.29%; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
At maturity, the CD will be renewed into a 24-month CD.
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Open in Minutes
Early withdrawal penalty equal to six months' interest; renews at then-current 12-month CD term rate at maturity; APY accurate as of October 15, 2026
Valid thru 10/25/2026
Dividends are paid monthly.
IRA - Individual accounts only
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
As of 10/1/2026
As of 10/1/2026
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
Interest Tier: $500 minimum; Effective October 14, 2026
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
$100,000.00 Minimum CD Rates; Dividend period: Monthly
Dividend period: Monthly
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Rates effective as of October 19, 2026
Special CD/Share Certificate Rates; Only new funds eligible for promotional rate. Qualifications apply.
Dividend rate 4.36%; APY 4.45%; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
East Lansing Rates
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999
Balance: $1,000 to $24,999; Tier 1; Dividends compounded and paid quarterly
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Platinum Membership rate; requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Platinum Membership rate; requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Valid thru 10/25/2026
Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
As of 10/1/2026
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Dividend period: Monthly
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Interest compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at end of each one-year term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
Interest compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at end of each one-year term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
East Lansing Rates
Interest compounded monthly; 10-day option to withdraw at end of each one-year term; penalty for early withdrawals applies at other times; no brokered deposits
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
IRA certificate; Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Valid thru 10/25/2026
Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
IRA - Individual accounts only
Substantial penalty for early withdrawals
Dividends paid and compounded quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; 10-day grace period after maturity for auto-renewing accounts
APY compounded quarterly; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Rates effective October 1, 2026
$1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Balance: $500 - $99,999
As of 10/1/2026
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Dividend period: Monthly
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
East Lansing Rates
Rates effective October 1, 2026
Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
IRA certificate; Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Starting minimum deposit of $500; not eligible for Member Saver Reward
Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Valid thru 10/25/2026
APY compounded quarterly; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
$1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; APYs as of 9/24/2026
$1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Minimum $2500 to open
Valid thru 10/25/2026
IRA - Individual accounts only
Substantial penalty for early withdrawals
Effective Date: 10/18/2026; Dividends compounded & credited monthly; Penalty for early withdrawal
Effective Date: 10/18/2026; Dividends compounded & credited monthly; Penalty for early withdrawal; Jumbo HSA Certificates
Effective 10/18/2026; $100,000 minimum balance; dividends compounded & credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Effective Date: 10/18/2026; Dividends compounded & credited monthly; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $250,000 and up
Balance: $150,000 - $249,000
Balance: $100,000 - $149,000
Effective Date: 10/18/2026; Dividends compounded & credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Effective Date: 10/18/2026; Penalty for early withdrawal; Dividends compounded & credited monthly
Dividends compounded & credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal; HSA Certificates
Balance: $500 - $99,999
As of 10/1/2026
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Shared heading: Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; Minimum Opening Balance: $1,000.00; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Tier: $250,000.00 - $499,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; Dividends compounded and credited monthly; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance tier $100,000.00 - $249,999.99; minimum balance to earn dividends matches the $1,000 minimum opening balance; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Compounded/Paid: Quarterly/Quarterly
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; Regular CD / Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99
Balance: $30,000.00 - 99,999.99; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Minimum Opening Balance & Balance to Earn Dividends: $1,000.00
Balance: $1,000.00 - $29,999.99; Also available as Traditional IRA CD and Roth IRA CD; CD, Traditional IRA CD & Roth IRA CD Accounts
Dividend period: Monthly
Penalty for early withdrawal may apply; Annual Percentage Yields effective July 1, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty: 90 days for one (1) year or less; 180 days for one (1) year or more. Current or New Money for Deposit. Non-renewable.
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Annual custodian fee of $25 may be assessed if balance is less than $2000
Minor CD Special, for minors; $100 minimum, $5,000 maximum
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
East Lansing Rates
Rates effective October 1, 2026
Standard rates as high as 4.50% APY; flexible 3 to 60-month terms; federally insured by NCUA up to $250,000 per depositor
As high as; Starting minimum deposit is $500; APY assumes interest payouts remain in certificate until maturity; Rate effective 10/01/2026; early withdrawal penalty applies
Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
IRA certificate; Platinum Membership rate (0.15% higher than regular); Platinum qualification requires 3 of 4 services: Checking, Debit Card, Online Banking, Direct Deposit; $1,000 minimum deposit to open and earn the stated APY; 365 day penalty for early withdrawal; APYs as of 9/24/2026
Minimum deposit of $100,000.00; Certificate specials will not renew at end of term; A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Valid thru 10/25/2026
Compare local Bay City, MI 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.
Michigan 12-month CD rates fell 0.026 points over the past 7 days to 3.110% APY.
Michigan 6-month CD rates fell 0.039 points over the past 7 days to 2.874% APY.
Where are Michigan 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 Michigan average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | MI Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.141% | $107.04 | $214.08 | $535.20 | $1,070.40 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.874% | $143.71 | $287.42 | $718.55 | $1,437.10 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.110% | $155.50 | $311.00 | $777.50 | $1,555.00 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.043% | $152.13 | $304.26 | $760.65 | $1,521.30 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.963% | $148.17 | $296.33 | $740.83 | $1,481.65 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.933% | $146.65 | $293.29 | $733.23 | $1,466.45 |
| 48-Month CD | 3.006% | $150.30 | $300.60 | $751.50 | $1,503.00 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.045% | $152.24 | $304.48 | $761.20 | $1,522.40 |
| 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 Michigan average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | MI Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.141% | $107.04 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.874% | $143.71 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.110% | $155.50 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.963% | $148.17 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.933% | $146.65 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.804% blended | $701.07/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Michigan average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 2,024 CD rates from 26 banks and 83 credit unions with locations in Bay City, Michigan, plus national online institutions available to Michigan 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: United Financial Credit Union offers a CD at 5.05% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Bay City, Michigan.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Bay City, Michigan
To find the best APYs in Bay City, Michigan, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Bay City, Michigan has 83 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)
18.6% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s MI 12-month CD average of 3.110%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,293/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $134 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 Bay City, Michigan savers easier access to their funds. For example, United Financial Credit Union is offering its 6 month - 4H or FFA CD at 5.05% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Wildfire Credit Union is offering its 60 Month Business Jumbo Certificates at 4.07% 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 Bay City, Michigan 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 MI top rate of 5.05% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $505 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Bay City, Michigan CD LadderMI CD rates currently range from 2.141% (3-month) to 2.933% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Bay City, Michigan CD at 5.05% 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 SavingsMichigan’s average 12-month CD is 3.110% 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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