Kansas City, Missouri CD rates range from 0.01% to 10.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 23, 2026. Current Kansas City, Missouri CD rates include Academy BankAcademy Bank1201 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO 64106A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%Real return: +0.70%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 22, 2026 offering 18 Month Certificate of Deposit at 4.40% APY, CSD Credit UnionCSD Credit Union8510 E BANNISTER RD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64134 1841A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.75%Real return: +0.70%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering Certificates - 12 Month at 4.40% APY, Capitol Federal Savings BankCapitol Federal Savings Bank393 Ne 94th St, Kansas City, MO 64155A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.21%Real return: +0.60%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 21, 2026 offering 60-Month CD at 4.30% APY, First Federal Bank of Kansas CityFirst Federal Bank of Kansas City4227 Blue Ridge Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64133A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.50%Real return: +0.45%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 22, 2026 offering 36-Month CD at 4.15% APY, and Union State Bank of EverestUnion State Bank of Everest8300 N Booth Ave, Kansas City, MO 64158A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 7.97%Real return: +0.40%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 21, 2026 offering Certificates of Deposit (CDs) - 2 year at 4.10% APY. CD rates as of October 23, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Kansas City has 295 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.40% APY from Academy Bank at 1201 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO 64106. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Missouri 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 credited At Maturity; Account maximum $500,000; FDIC insured
Balance: under $100k; Limited time special offer; Effective Date: 10/19/2026; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Apply online
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Business Rates
Not eligible for IRAs; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Balance: $100,000 or more
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $0.01 and over; APY CD rates are effective as of October 9, 2026, and are subject to change.
APY effective 10/19/2026; interest must be paid out periodically and cannot remain on deposit
Minimum deposit $500. Non-Compounding Certificates available. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Dividends are compounded daily and paid quarterly.
Rates as of September 22, 2026; Minimum balance to open CD Account $1000.00; Fixed rate CD
Open online nationwide or at any OMB Bank branch; rates accurate as of October 15, 2026
Minimum balance $500.
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded)
Interest paid at term or maturity of CD
Nominal Interest Rate (NIR) 3.69%; IRA Minimum Balance: $500.00
Preferred Rate with any checking account; second rate pair 3.70% / 3.75% (columns not separately labeled); APY minimum balance $500.00
Minimum balance to open CD/IRA is $500; requires ADVANTAGE Checking with $2,500 minimum opening deposit for advertised APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum $1,000 required to open and obtain APY; Penalty for early withdrawal applies; APY accurate as of 5/27/26
Penalty for early withdrawal applies; many interest payment options available
In Branch Only
Regular CDs & IRAs; $500 opening balance required; APY fixed for term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $50,000.00 and up; Minimum balance to obtain APY: $0.01; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Minimum opening deposit $1000; interest compounded quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
90-day early withdrawal penalty
Balance: $10,000.00-49,999.99; Minimum balance to obtain APY: $0.01; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Penalty for early withdrawal; CD minimum opening deposit: $1,000
Balance: $1,000 or more
Penalty for early withdrawal. Fees may reduce earnings.
Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Minimum required deposit is $300.00; Penalties will be imposed for early withdrawal; Dividends are compounded and credited monthly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $50,000.00 or over; Rate accurate as of 10/01/2026
Balance: $1,000.00-9,999.99; Minimum balance to obtain APY: $0.01; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
Minimum balance to open: $50,000 - $250,000 New Money; Open now (online) or Open in branch; Our highest CD rate
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Not eligible for IRAs; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Youth Certificate; Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Balance: $500+; Available at all Peoples National Bank locations; Consumer and Business funds only
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Business Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
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
Teen CD 6 Months $1,000 max; Interest paid quarterly; Without a Century checking account, subtract .10%
FEATURED RATE
FEATURED RATE; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals.
Effective date 10/1/26
APY effective 10/19/2026; interest must be paid out periodically and cannot remain on deposit
Rates as of 10/15/2026
Minimum deposit $500. Non-Compounding Certificates available. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Dividends are compounded daily and paid quarterly.
APY accurate as of 10/09/2026; interest compounded daily; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Rates as of September 22, 2026; Minimum balance to open CD Account $1000.00; Fixed rate CD
Featured rate; APY accurate as of 09/15/2026; $1,000 minimum balance required to open an account and obtain the APY
Special rate; penalty for early withdrawal applies; rates effective for a limited time only
Term: 6 months to 11 months; Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates as of September 18, 2026
90-day early withdrawal penalty
As of 10/01/2026
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded)
Youth account
Rates effective as of 10/06/2026; Penalty for early withdrawal; Fees may reduce earnings
Certificate dividends are paid at maturity.
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account; 1-Year Term CD renews automatically for the same term
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Youth Certificate; Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Special; Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Save up for a special event; regular required deposits of $25 or more to reach target amount
Balance: $500+; Available at all Peoples National Bank locations; Consumer and Business funds only
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Business Rates
Kids' CD; $25 minimum per additional deposit; Not available to open online; Open in any CapFed branch
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Term: Wealth Builder 12 Month; Requires automated deposits
Fixed Rate IRA CD; Interest compounded daily; Effective Date: 10/16/2026; In-Branch Only; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
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
Youth certificate; $1000.00 Maximum; Certificates of Deposit as of 04/29/2026
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly; Rates are variable and may change after account opening; An early withdrawal penalty may be assessed
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Business Rates
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account; 18-Month CD renews as a 2-Year Term CD at the then-published APY
Variable rate; additions of $100 or more permitted; Personal Rates
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
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
See Fair Special options; Youth Fair CD Special: individual 22 or younger with a ribbon or sash from a Missouri fair, Preferred Rate requires a Franklin Jr. Savings account (12 and under) or BFC checking account (13-22); second rate pair 4.89% / 5.00%; APY minimum balance $500.00
Compound Method: Calculated Daily, Compounded Semi-annually; This rate is variable during the term; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals on IRAs
Compounds Semi-Annually
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded)
Compounds Semi-Annually
Interest Credited: Every 3 months; FDIC Insured: Yes; Account Maximum: $1,000,000
Certificate of Deposit Special; Balance: $50,000.00 or over; Rate accurate as of 10/07/2026
Open online nationwide or at any OMB Bank branch; rates accurate as of October 15, 2026
Rates effective as of 10/20/2026
Balance: $5,000 and over
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded)
Rates effective as of 10/06/2026; Penalty for early withdrawal; Fees may reduce earnings
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificate dividends are paid at maturity.
Add up to 50% of the current balance while preserving your rate
Rate can jump up twice during the CD term to the 2 or 3 year certificate rate (depending on original term), with a maximum increase of 1% for each jump
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Business Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
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
Effective date 10/1/26
Minimum deposit $500. Non-Compounding Certificates available. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Dividends are compounded daily and paid quarterly.
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Term: 24 months to 35 months; Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Rates effective as of 10/06/2026; Penalty for early withdrawal; Fees may reduce earnings
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificate dividends are paid at maturity.
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Add up to 50% of the current balance while preserving your rate
Rate can jump up twice during the CD term to the 2 or 3 year certificate rate (depending on original term), with a maximum increase of 1% for each jump
For Members under 18; $100 minimum deposit - $5,000 maximum
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Open Account Online; Business Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $500+; Trade Up option available one-time during the initial term; Trade Up based on published rate for remaining term excluding specials
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
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
Minimum deposit $500. Non-Compounding Certificates available. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Dividends are compounded daily and paid quarterly.
Effective date 10/1/26
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Term: 36 months to 47 months; Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rates effective as of 10/06/2026; Penalty for early withdrawal; Fees may reduce earnings
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificate dividends are paid at maturity.
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Business Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Balance: $500+; Trade Up option available one-time during the initial term; Trade Up based on published rate for remaining term excluding specials
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
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
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Term: 48 months to 59 months; Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Effective date 10/1/26
Term: 48 months to 59 months; Balance: $10,000.00 to $99,999.99; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Featured rate; Open online or at any CapFed branch
Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rates below apply to both Share Certificates and IRA Share Certificates unless otherwise noted; rates vary based on member relationship with the Credit Union; rates shown include all available bonuses; minimum required deposit $500; effective 7/10/2026
Balance: $10,000 and over; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificate dividends are paid at maturity.
Balance: $500 - $9,999.99; Interest paid quarterly; Rates subject to change weekly; Early withdrawal penalty decreases yield
Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate / Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
IRA Certificates of Deposit - Fixed Rate; Interest Compounded and Credited Quarterly
Credited & Compounded: Quarterly
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Personal Rates
Certificate of Deposit/IRA; Business Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Open Online; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
Variable rate; additions of $100 or more permitted; Personal Rates
Balance: $0.01 minimum to obtain APY; Rates effective as of 10/19/2026
APYs based on Monthly Compounding; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum balance to open and obtain APY is $100.00
Balance: $500+; Trade Up option available one-time during the initial term; Trade Up based on published rate for remaining term excluding specials
Balance: $100,000 or more
CD rates are fixed for the term of the CD.
Balance: $1,000 and over to obtain APY; rates shown by ZIP code
Balance: up to $100,000; Rates for ZIP code 60603
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
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
Balance: $100,000.00 and over; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Balance: $10,000.00 to $99,999.99; Rates as of September 18, 2026
Effective date 10/1/26
Dividends paid monthly; 90 days dividend early withdrawal penalty (regular IRA distributions excluded); rate bump-up available
Compare local Kansas City, MO 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.
Missouri 12-month CD rates fell 0.004 points over the past 7 days to 3.086% APY.
Missouri 6-month CD rates fell 0.033 points over the past 7 days to 2.880% APY.
Where are Missouri 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 Missouri average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | MO Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.842% | $92.10 | $184.20 | $460.50 | $921.00 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.880% | $143.99 | $287.98 | $719.95 | $1,439.90 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.086% | $154.31 | $308.62 | $771.55 | $1,543.10 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.845% | $142.25 | $284.49 | $711.22 | $1,422.45 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.963% | $148.16 | $296.31 | $740.78 | $1,481.55 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.733% | $136.66 | $273.31 | $683.28 | $1,366.55 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.789% | $139.45 | $278.90 | $697.25 | $1,394.50 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.893% | $144.64 | $289.28 | $723.20 | $1,446.40 |
| 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 Missouri average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | MO Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.842% | $92.10 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.880% | $143.99 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.086% | $154.31 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.963% | $148.16 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.733% | $136.66 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.701% blended | $675.22/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Missouri average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,478 CD rates from 84 banks and 53 credit unions with locations in Kansas City, Missouri, plus national online institutions available to Missouri 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: Academy Bank offers a CD at 4.40% APY with a minimum deposit of $500. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Kansas City, Missouri.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Kansas City, Missouri
To find the best APYs in Kansas City, Missouri, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Kansas City, Missouri has 53 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)
17.9% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s MO 12-month CD average of 3.086%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,277/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $132 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 Kansas City, Missouri savers easier access to their funds. For example, CSD Credit Union is offering its Certificates - 6 Month at 4.30% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Capitol Federal Savings Bank is offering its 60-Month CD at 4.30% 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 Kansas City, Missouri 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 MO top rate of 4.40% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $440 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Kansas City, Missouri CD LadderMO CD rates currently range from 1.842% (3-month) to 2.733% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Kansas City, Missouri CD at 4.40% 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 SavingsMissouri’s average 12-month CD is 3.086% 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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