Fort Worth, Texas CD rates range from 0.01% to 5.02% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Fort Worth, Texas CD rates include Fort Worth City Credit UnionFort Worth City Credit Union2309 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107 4520A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.14%Real return: +1.70%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60-Month IRA Share CD at 4.50% APY, Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union1765 Military Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76127A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY, EECU Credit UnionEECU Credit Union1617 W 7th St, Fort Worth, TX 76102A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.73%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Jumbo CD - 36 Months at 4.35% APY, Bask BankBask Bank300 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.64%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering Bask 12-month CD at 4.35% APY, and Texas Capital BankTexas Capital Bank300 Throckmorton St, Fort Worth, TX 76102A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.64%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 18 Month Star Certificate of Deposit at 4.25% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Fort Worth has 468 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 4.50% APY from Fort Worth City Credit Union at 2309 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107 4520. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Texas area. Rates are continually updated, so we recommend checking back frequently.
The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed reflect actual verified offers from top-rated institutions. Rates are subject to change at the institution's discretion without notice and may depend on your initial funding amount. A substantial penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal, which could reduce earnings on the account. CD Rates Last Updated and Verified: October 14, 2026
Balance: $500,000.00 and over; $500,000+ jumbo tier
Balance: $500,000 and over; Promotional rate for new CDs opened during the promotion; CDs opened prior to 5/1/2023 that renew during the promotion are not eligible; Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Visit a Frost financial center for CDs of $500,000 and over; APY effective as of 10/14/2026; Frost CDs may be used for Traditional and Roth IRAs
Compounded:; Credited: At Maturity
Limited time special offer; Balance under $100k; Jumbo ($100,000+) balances require a branch; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Open Online
Fixed rate; $1,000 minimum deposit to open; personal accounts only; interest accrued daily and paid monthly
Open Account
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00 - $99,999.99
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Interest Rate 2.70%; APY 2.70%
$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: $1,000 - $99,999.99
Relationship Interest Rate; Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
Balance: $0 - $4,999.99; Early withdrawal penalties may apply; California Bay Area counties branches only
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. *Assumes no compounding, interest paid annually or at maturity.
Balance: $1,000,000.00 and over
IRA Certificate; minimum deposit tier $250,001
Balance: $250,000.00 - $999,999.99
IRA Certificate; minimum deposit tier $100,001
Balance tier starting at $250,001; Minimum Deposit column
IRA Certificate; minimum deposit tier $50,001
Special; Balance: $1000.00 - $49,999.99
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99
High-Yield Rewards Checking Account required
Non-Compounding Certificates available
Balance tier starting at $100,001; Minimum Deposit column
IRA Certificate; minimum deposit tier $1,000
Balance tier starting at $50,001; Minimum Deposit column
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Compounded:; Credited: At Maturity
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: Over $1 Million
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $95K and over; Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $50K - $95K; Junior Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Must be funded with a minimum deposit of $1,000 within 10 business days of account opening; Interest calculated and accrued daily; Penalty may be incurred for withdrawal prior to maturity
Open Account
Balance: $95,000 - $249,999.99
Fixed rate; $1,000 minimum deposit to open; personal accounts only; interest accrued daily and paid monthly
Open Account
Balance: $50,000 - $94,999.99
Compounded:; Credited: At Maturity
Balance: $50,000.00+; New Member/New Money
6 month special; Balance: $500.00 and over
Balance: $500 - $4,999.99
Balance: $50,000 - $250,000 New Money; Open now or in branch; Take advantage of our highest CD rate
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $50,000.00+; Current
Balance: $95,000 and over; Tier 4; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $95,000; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Tier 3; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; Current
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; Current
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; Current
Must be funded with a minimum deposit of $1,000 within 10 business days of account opening; Interest calculated and accrued daily; Penalty may be incurred for withdrawal prior to maturity
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Fixed rate; $1,000 minimum deposit to open; personal accounts only; interest accrued daily and paid monthly
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $95K and over; Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Bump Rate CDs; Rate may not be bumped until six months after the open date of the CD; Interest compounded monthly and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Tier 1; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $50K - $95K; Junior Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
$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)
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: Over $1 Million
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
+ Youth Bonus; Balance: Under $10,000
Available to members ages 17 and younger; Interest accrued and paid monthly; Deposits can be made anytime, by anyone; Joint owner required; additional deposits of at least $25
Interest accrued and paid monthly; NCUA insured up to $250,000; Withdrawal dividends that have been paid penalty free
Individual Retirement Account ($1,000 or above); IRAs may only be opened for terms of 1 year or more; Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $95,000 - $249,999.99
Balance: $50,000.00+; New Member/New Money
Balance: $50,000 - $94,999.99
Balance: $5,000 - $49,999.99
Balance: $50,000.00+; Current
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; Current
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; New Member/New Money
Smart Saver Term Share Certificate; Share & IRA Certificates; Effective 10-1-2026; New money specials will renew as regular 12-mo certificate
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Fixed rate; $1,000 minimum deposit to open; personal accounts only; interest accrued daily and paid monthly
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
$100K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
$1K Minimum APY tier; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Dividends compounded daily, credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawals
Bump Rate CDs; Rate may not be bumped until six months after the open date of the CD; Interest compounded monthly and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: Over $1 Million
CD Rate Special; open a new 18-month CD
Must be funded with a minimum deposit of $1,000 within 10 business days of account opening; Interest calculated and accrued daily; Penalty may be incurred for withdrawal prior to maturity
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $50,000.00+; New Member/New Money
Add-On IRA; 18 Month Term minimum is $500; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $50,000.00+; Current
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; New Member/New Money
Certificates of Deposit ($1,000 - $99,999); Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; Current
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; Current
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; Current
Balance: $1,000.00-$4,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $1,000.00-$4,999.00; Current
Interest Rate 2.60%; APY 2.60%
Balance: $1,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
IRA CD; $1,000 opening deposit required
Frost Variable IRA CD; APY effective as of 10/14/2026; Traditional and Roth IRAs
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Specials
Special Rates; Offer ends November 24; Online Consumer Offer Only; Online Only
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Must be funded with a minimum deposit of $1,000 within 10 business days of account opening; Interest calculated and accrued daily; Penalty may be incurred for withdrawal prior to maturity
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $95K and over; Jumbo Certificate of Deposit section
Balance: $50K - $95K; Junior Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Bump Rate CDs; Rate may not be bumped until six months after the open date of the CD; Interest compounded monthly and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
$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
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Fixed rate; $1,000 minimum deposit to open; personal accounts only; interest accrued daily and paid monthly
Open Account
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Individual Retirement Account ($1,000 or above); IRAs may only be opened for terms of 1 year or more; Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $95,000 and over; Tier 4; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $95,000; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Tier 3; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $50,000.00+; New Member/New Money
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $50,000.00+; Current
Balance: $10,000-$49,999; Tier 2; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $10,000-$49,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; Current
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Tier 1; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Balance: $100,000 and over
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; Current
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; New Member/New Money
Early withdrawal fee may apply
Certificates of Deposit ($1,000 - $99,999); Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000+
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $95K and over; Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $50K - $95K; Junior Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
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)
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Balance: $50,000.00+; New Member/New Money
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
Smart Saver Term Share Certificate; Share & IRA Certificates; Effective 10-1-2026
Balance: $50,000.00+; Current
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $25,000.00-$49,999.00; Current
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $10,000.00-$24,999.00; Current
Early withdrawal fee may apply
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $5,000.00-$9,999.00; Current
Balance: $1,000.00-$4,999.00; New Member/New Money
Balance: $1,000.00-$4,999.00; Current
Interest Rate 2.75%; APY 2.75%
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
IRA CD; $1,000 opening deposit required
Balance: $1,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Smart Saver Term Share Certificate; Share & IRA Certificates; Effective 10-1-2026
Balance: $100,000+
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
Bump Up Term Share Certificate; one-time rate increase to prevailing rate for same term during maturity period; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Early withdrawal fee may apply
Interest Rate 2.85%; APY 2.85%
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $99,999.99
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
IRA CD; $1,000 opening deposit required
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $25,000.00 and above
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99
Balance: $1,000,000.00 and over
Balance: $250,000.00 - $999,999.99
Jumbo/Min. $90,000
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
Balance: $100,000.00 - $249,999.99
Mini- Jumbo/Min. $25,000
Balance: $225,000 or greater
Balance: $99,000 minimum; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 300 Days
Balance: $5,000.00 - $99,999.99
Mini- Jumbo/Min. $25,000
Balance: $95,000 to $224,999
Balance: $50,000 minimum; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 300 Days
IRA Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $95K and over; Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Balance: $50K - $95K; Junior Jumbo Certificate of Deposit
Jumbo CD; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Minimum opening deposit is $1,000; Rates effective as of 10/6/2026
Interest paid monthly; interest compounded and credited monthly; penalty for early withdrawal
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
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)
Compounded: Quarterly; Credited: Quarterly
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $95,000 and over; Tier 4; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Compounding/Paid: Daily/Quarterly
Balance: $95,000; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Tier 3; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $50,000-$94,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Balance: $10,000-$49,999; Tier 2; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $10,000-$49,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Individual Retirement Account ($1,000 or above); IRAs may only be opened for terms of 1 year or more; Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Rates guaranteed until maturity; Certificates of deposit above $250,000.00 will earn a reduced rate
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Tier 1; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly; Term shown with asterisk on source
Balance: $1,000-$9,999; Compounding/Paid: Daily/Monthly
Certificates of Deposit ($100,000 or above); Must maintain a minimum balance of $100,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Smart Saver Term Share Certificate; Share & IRA Certificates; Effective 10-1-2026
Certificates of Deposit ($1,000 - $99,999); Must maintain a minimum balance of $1,000 to obtain the disclosed APY; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $100,000+
Interest Rate 2.95%; APY 2.95%
Bump Up Term Share Certificate; one-time rate increase to prevailing rate for same term during maturity period; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Early withdrawal fee may apply
Balance: $50,000 & up; Dividends Paid Monthly
Interest rates stated in annual percentage yield; Penalty for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000 - $99,999.99
Published APY range: 1.75% - 3.95%; Published rate range: 1.74% - 3.88%.
Published APY range: 1.75% - 3.95%; Published rate range: 1.74% - 3.88%.
Published APY range: 1.75% - 3.95%; Published rate range: 1.74% - 3.88%.
Published APY range: 1.75% - 3.95%; Published rate range: 1.74% - 3.88%.
Published APY range: 1.75% - 3.95%; Published rate range: 1.74% - 3.88%.
Balance: $100,000 or more; $1,000 opening deposit required
IRA CD; $1,000 opening deposit required
Compare local Fort Worth, TX 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.
Texas 12-month CD rates rose 0.016 points over the past 7 days to 3.382% APY.
Texas 6-month CD rates rose 0.021 points over the past 7 days to 3.253% APY.
Where are Texas 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 Texas average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | TX Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 2.495% | $124.77 | $249.53 | $623.82 | $1,247.65 |
| 6-Month CD | 3.253% | $162.67 | $325.34 | $813.35 | $1,626.70 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.382% | $169.10 | $338.20 | $845.50 | $1,691.00 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.268% | $163.42 | $326.83 | $817.07 | $1,634.15 |
| 24-Month CD | 3.221% | $161.05 | $322.11 | $805.27 | $1,610.55 |
| 36-Month CD | 3.141% | $157.02 | $314.05 | $785.12 | $1,570.25 |
| 48-Month CD | 3.038% | $151.91 | $303.82 | $759.55 | $1,519.10 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.097% | $154.83 | $309.66 | $774.15 | $1,548.30 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 14, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Texas average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | TX Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.495% | $124.77 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.253% | $162.67 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.382% | $169.10 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.221% | $161.05 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.141% | $157.02 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 3.098% blended | $774.61/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Texas average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 3,533 CD rates from 45 banks and 66 credit unions with locations in Fort Worth, Texas, plus national online institutions available to Texas 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: Fort Worth City Credit Union offers a CD at 4.50% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Fort Worth, Texas.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Fort Worth, Texas
To find the best APYs in Fort Worth, Texas, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Fort Worth, Texas has 66 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
10.6% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%. At today’s TX 12-month CD average of 3.382%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,322/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $146 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 Fort Worth, Texas savers easier access to their funds. For example, EECU Credit Union is offering its Jumbo CD - 6 Months at 4.15% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Fort Worth City Credit Union is offering its 60-Month IRA Share CD at 4.50% 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 Fort Worth, Texas 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 TX top rate of 4.50% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $450 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Fort Worth, Texas CD LadderTX CD rates currently range from 2.495% (3-month) to 3.141% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Fort Worth, Texas CD at 4.50% 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 SavingsTexas’s average 12-month CD is 3.382% 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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