Philadelphia, Pennsylvania CD rates range from 0.01% to 4.81% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 15, 2026. Current Philadelphia, Pennsylvania CD rates include Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union330 W Oregon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY, Franklin Mint Federal Credit UnionFranklin Mint Federal Credit Union3200 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 3395A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.91%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Certificate 18 MONTH at 4.35% APY, Sun Federal Credit UnionSun Federal Credit Union2800 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145 5206A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.81%Real return: +1.50%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering IRA Certificate 18-Month at 4.30% APY, Freedom Credit UnionFreedom Credit Union9910 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114 1900A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.02%Real return: +1.48%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 24 Month CD at 4.28% APY, and Democracy Federal Credit UnionDemocracy Federal Credit Union300 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123A-4.6 ★Texas Ratio: 9.01%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month IRA Certificate - Traditional or Roth at 4.25% APY. CD rates as of October 15, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Philadelphia has 477 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.35% APY from Navy Federal Credit Union at 330 W Oregon Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Pennsylvania 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 15, 2026
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.50%
Maximum deposit $250,000 when opened online; $500,000 when opened in the branch
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.45%
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $500 - $99,999.99
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99; Standard APY
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Standard rate; Truist offers any term from 7 days to 60 months at this rate, all balance tiers; rates accurate as of 5/12/2026
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Interest compounded daily
Dividend Rates and Annual Percentage Yields effective August 5, 2026; Minimum opening deposit is $500; Penalty for early withdrawal
Dividend Rates and Annual Percentage Yields effective August 5, 2026; Minimum opening deposit is $500; Penalty for early withdrawal; IRA rates include Traditional, Roth, and Education IRAs
$500 minimum deposit to open account and earn APY
Regular & IRA (Traditional & Roth); $500 minimum deposit required; penalty may apply for withdrawals before maturity
Regular & IRA (Traditional & Roth); $500 minimum deposit required; penalty may be imposed for withdrawals before maturity; fees could reduce earnings
Rates effective as of 09/22/2026; rates may change after account is opened; early withdrawal penalties may apply
$2,000 minimum to open and earn the APY on all CDs; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; Eligible as IRA CD
Effective Thursday, October 15, 2026
Account types: Regular, Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Education Savings; APY fixed to maturity; subject to early withdrawal penalty
Preferred Certificates: Regular, Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Education Savings; APY fixed to maturity; subject to early withdrawal penalty
Jumbo CDs (Above $75,000); no additional deposits after opening; penalty for early withdrawal; certificate renews automatically
Jumbo CD (Above $75,000)
Simple interest, paid at maturity; renews automatically; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Fees:
Fees:
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 1 month interest
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Maximum deposit $250,000 when opened online; $500,000 when opened in the branch
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.59%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.55%
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
$100,000; Certificate APY; $100,000 minimum
$500; Certificate APY; $500 minimum
Minimum Certificate $3,000.00; Dividends compounded daily and payable at maturity; Penalty for early withdrawal: 90 day penalty
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Early withdrawal penalty may apply; Rates as of 09/18/25
Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $500.00; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Certificate penalties may apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $500 - $99,999.99
Non-Promotional TD Choice CD; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
IRA Certificate; Balance: $500 minimum balance
Fees:
Fees:
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Maximum deposit $250,000 when opened online; $500,000 when opened in the branch
Minimum additional deposit: $25; Maximum limit (cap) on deposit for each IRA product is $250,000
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
IRA rates effective 09/18/2026
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.59%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.55%
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Also available for IRA CDs; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
FlexiRate Add-On
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Featured rate on select new CD accounts with balances of $100,000 and above; APY accurate as of 7/28/2026
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Minimum Certificate $3,000.00; Dividends compounded daily and payable at maturity; Penalty for early withdrawal: 90 day penalty
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Legacy Club; Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Location: available when account is opened in a Santander location in CT, DE, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, or select areas in FL (Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward counties, and Collier county ZIP Code 34141); rates in other areas or for online openings may not be available; minimum deposit of $500; early withdrawal penalty applies
Fees:
Fees:
Featured CD rate; Requires a qualifying M&T Bank checking account; Minimum deposit of $1,000 to open a CD
Requires a qualifying M&T Bank checking account (MyChoice Premium Checking, M&T Select, M&T Select With Interest, Power Checking or Advantage Checking) to open; maximum deposit $1,000,000 per account ($750,000 if opened online); early withdrawal penalty applies
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.64%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.59%
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; See Details; early withdrawal penalties apply
Limited time offer; one-time APY increase during term by calling 866.327.9199 or visiting a branch if standard 18-month certificate rate rises above initial rate; matures to standard 18-month certificate; interest compounded daily and credited monthly; early withdrawal penalties apply
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Add-On
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Maximum deposit $250,000 when opened online; $500,000 when opened in the branch
Term: 2 years - Fixed rate add on; IRA rates effective 09/18/2026; Add-on feature: deposits of $25 or more can be added at any time; minimum balance of $100
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.74%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.69%
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Fees:
Fees:
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
Also available for IRA CDs; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Minimum Certificate $3,000.00; Dividends compounded daily and payable at maturity; Penalty for early withdrawal: 180 day penalty
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Early withdrawal penalty may apply; Rates as of 09/18/25
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Bonus certificates may be regular or IRA certificates; Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $50,000.00
Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $500.00; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Certificate penalties may apply for early withdrawals
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Minimum additional deposit: $25; Maximum limit (cap) on deposit for each IRA product is $250,000
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.74%
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.69%
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 3 month interest
Early withdrawal penalty may apply; Rates as of 09/18/25
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Fees:
Fees:
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
IRA rates effective 09/18/2026
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
Bonus certificates may be regular or IRA certificates; Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $50,000.00
Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $500.00; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Certificate penalties may apply for early withdrawals
Also available for IRA CDs; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Balance: $500 - $99,999.99
Non-Promotional; Balance: $250.00 - $9,999.99
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.59%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.55%
Fees:
Fees:
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Early withdrawal penalty may apply; Rates as of 09/18/25
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
APY based on semi-annual compounding; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
IRA rates effective 09/18/2026
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Minimum daily balance of $500 required to earn the disclosed APY
Bonus certificates may be regular or IRA certificates; Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $50,000.00
Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $500.00; Dividends compounded and paid monthly; Certificate penalties may apply for early withdrawals
Also available for IRA CDs; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal; certain account types only available to be opened in person at a branch location
Balance: $500 - $99,999.99
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 month interest
Early withdrawal penalties may apply
Standard rate; Truist offers any term from 7 days to 60 months at this rate, all balance tiers; rates accurate as of 5/12/2026
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Minimum additional deposit: $25; Maximum limit (cap) on deposit for each IRA product is $250,000
Effective October 8, 2026; Rates are subject to change without notice
Balance: APY paid on $1,000 minimum balance
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 6 month interest
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $75,000+
Balance: $75,000+
Fees:
Fees:
Bonus APY on deposits of $75,000 or more; Dividend rate 3.59%
Business Certificate; Dividend rate 3.55%
$50,000 Minimum
Annual Percentage Yields (APYs); $1,000 Minimum
Certificate Rates; minimum $500 for consumers; available for IRA investments; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $49,999
Certificate Rates; savings rates effective 1/1/2026; early withdrawal penalty may apply
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
FedPerks APY; Balance: $50,000 and above; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Minimum balance to open & obtain APY; early withdrawal penalties apply
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
FedPerks APY (applies to FedPerks Members); Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
FedPerks APY; Balance: $500 - $49,999; requires FedPerks Membership; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
Balance: $50,000 and above; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Bonus certificates may be regular or IRA certificates; Daily Avg. Balance/Min. Deposit: $50,000.00
Cash out monthly interest payments or reinvest them to earn more
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Traditional IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; Roth IRA
Standard APY; Dividends compounded/credited monthly; SEP IRA
Balance: $500 - $49,999; Standard APY; Limited to two per member; maximum balance $250,000; dividends posted quarterly
Compare local Philadelphia, PA 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.
Pennsylvania 12-month CD rates rose 0.021 points over the past 7 days to 2.984% APY.
Pennsylvania 6-month CD rates fell 0.015 points over the past 7 days to 2.775% APY.
Where are Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | PA Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.782% | $89.08 | $178.15 | $445.38 | $890.75 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.775% | $138.73 | $277.45 | $693.63 | $1,387.25 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.984% | $149.19 | $298.37 | $745.93 | $1,491.85 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.987% | $149.36 | $298.73 | $746.82 | $1,493.65 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.889% | $144.44 | $288.87 | $722.18 | $1,444.35 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.750% | $137.51 | $275.01 | $687.53 | $1,375.05 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.654% | $132.72 | $265.43 | $663.58 | $1,327.15 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.744% | $137.18 | $274.36 | $685.90 | $1,371.80 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 15, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Pennsylvania average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | PA Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.782% | $89.08 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.775% | $138.73 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.984% | $149.19 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.889% | $144.44 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.750% | $137.51 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.636% blended | $658.95/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Pennsylvania average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 2,512 CD rates from 47 banks and 73 credit unions with locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, plus national online institutions available to Pennsylvania 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: Navy Federal Credit Union offers a CD at 4.35% APY with a minimum deposit of $50. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
To find the best APYs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has 73 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
14.7% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%; an unemployment rate of 8.1% (vs. 4.8% nationally) underscores the value of a guaranteed fixed return. At today’s PA 12-month CD average of 2.984%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,247/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $127 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania savers easier access to their funds. For example, Freedom Credit Union is offering its 6 Month CD at 4.12% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Democracy Federal Credit Union is offering its 60 Month IRA Certificate - Traditional or Roth at 4.25% 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 PA top rate of 4.35% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $435 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania CD LadderPA CD rates currently range from 1.782% (3-month) to 2.750% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania CD at 4.35% 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 SavingsPennsylvania’s average 12-month CD is 2.984% 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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