Virginia Beach, Virginia CD rates range from 0.01% to 6.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 14, 2026. Current Virginia Beach, Virginia CD rates include Beach Municipal Federal Credit UnionBeach Municipal Federal Credit Union4164 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.63%Real return: +2.20%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Youth Share Certificate at 5.00% APY, Navy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union5269 Providence Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.14%Real return: +1.55%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Special EasyStart Certificate at 4.35% APY, Chartway Credit UnionChartway Credit Union5700 Cleveland St, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 1752A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.30%Real return: +1.50%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 6-Month Promo Certificate at 4.30% APY, Langley Federal Credit UnionLangley Federal Credit Union930 First Colonial Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 3180A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.20%Real return: +1.31%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 60 Month Fixed Rate Certificate at 4.11% APY, and Blue Ridge Bank National AssociationBlue Ridge Bank National Association300 32nd St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.11%Real return: +1.25%APY minus CPI (February 2026) offering 12 Month Golden Advantage Certificate of Deposits and Specials at 4.05% APY. CD rates as of October 14, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Virginia Beach has 264 local institutions in our database, with CD rates as high as 5.00% APY from Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union at 4164 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Use the tables below to compare all available CD terms and offers, including options from institutions serving the broader Virginia 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
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
$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
Rewards APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
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
Balance: $25,000.00 and above; Standard Rates
Balance: $1,000.00 - $24,999.99; Standard Rates
Balance: $1.00 - $999.99; Standard Rates
Minimum to open $1,000.00
Paid monthly
Minimum Balance to Open and Earn APY; Share/IRA/Roth/ESA
Simple interest, paid at maturity; renews automatically; early withdrawal penalty may apply
Balance: $100.00 - $24,999.99
Term: 3 months (90 to 179 days)
Regular & IRA Certificates
Regular & IRA Certificates
Regular & IRA Certificates
Regular & IRA Certificates
Compounding: N/A
Compounding: N/A; Effective 5/02/2026
Compounding: Monthly; Traditional, Roth, SEP IRA, and Coverdell ESA Certificate Accounts; Penalty for early withdrawal applies
Term: 3 Months (3 - 5 Months)
Platinum account holders; Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 days' simple interest
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 days' simple interest
Promotional certificate; funded with new deposits only; $100 minimum if under 18 years old
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Minimum balance to open and to obtain APY is $1,000.00; Early withdrawal fee may apply
Balance: $10,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Rewards APY
Balance: $1,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Relationship: Regular
Regular APY
Regular APY
Dividend rate 1.195%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Special certificate; 6-month term not available for IRA Certificates; Member has option to bump up rate one time during term
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Balance: $500.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
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
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
Minimum to Open: $2,500; Balance to Earn APY: $2,500; Promotional certificate rate valid on new money only; early withdrawal penalty is 90 days of dividend whether earned or not
Minimum opening balance $500; Dividend Rate 4.18%; Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
New 6-month CD opened with minimum $1,000.00; no additional deposits during term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals from IRA certificate accounts
Minimum balance to open account online: $1,000; Online only; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Share and IRA Certificate Rates (Share/IRA/Roth/ESA)
Featured rate
Minimum Balance to Open and Earn APY; Share/IRA/Roth/ESA
Wealth Center/Telephone; Minimum balance to open account: $1,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Minimum balance to open account online: $1,000; Only available to existing Premier customers; Online only; 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
Limited time offer; Early withdrawal fee may apply
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Balance: $10,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
IRA certificate for Regular, Roth, or Educational IRA; Bump certificates not included
No penalty certificate: one penalty-free withdrawal after 7 days, later withdrawals subject to 90 days' dividends penalty; funded with new deposits only; $100 minimum if under 18 years old
Balance: $100,000 and above; special rate on select new CD accounts; Balance builds toward Truist One Checking perks
1 Year IRA Certificate; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Type: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Balance: $1,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Type: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Type: Regular
Relationship: Regular
Minimum balance to open and to obtain APY is $1,000.00; Early withdrawal fee may apply
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
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Balance: $500.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Dividend rate 0.996%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Standard certificate
Variable Rate
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
$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: $10,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn.
Regular APY
Regular APY; Dividend Rate 3.74%
Rewards APY; Dividend Rate 3.74%
Share, IRA, ESA; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; EasyStart Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Balance: $1,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Regular
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
Senior
New 18-month CD opened with minimum $1,000.00; no additional deposits during term; early withdrawal penalty may apply
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
Senior
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Fees may reduce the investment below the principal held at the beginning of the term.
Minimum to open $1,000.00
Minimum opening balance $500; Dividend Rate 4.18%; Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum opening balance $500; Dividend Rate 4.18%; Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Paid monthly
Certificate ($1,000 minimum balance)
Minimum to Open and Obtain APY: $500; rates current as of October 14, 2026
Featured CD rate; Requires a qualifying M&T Bank checking account; Minimum deposit of $1,000 to open a CD
$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)
Balance: $10,000.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
2 Year IRA Certificate; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Dividend rate 2.722%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Standard certificate
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Member may bump the certificate rate 1 time over the life of the certificate; Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
Regular APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Type: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Type: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Type: Regular
Relationship: Regular
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
Minimum balance to open account online: $1,000; Online only; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Wealth Center/Telephone; Minimum balance to open account: $1,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Minimum balance to open account online: $1,000; Only available to existing Premier customers; Online only; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Special Rate (APY)
APY accurate as of 09/24/2026; APY assumes interest remains on deposit until maturity
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
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)
Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
3 Year IRA Certificate; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Member may bump the certificate rate 1 time over the life of the certificate; early withdrawal penalty may apply at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Dividend rate 2.722%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Standard certificate
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Regular APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Type: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Type: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Type: Regular
Relationship: Regular
Limited time offer; Early withdrawal fee may apply
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: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals from IRA certificate accounts
Special Rate (APY)
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Balance: $250,000 - $999,999
Minimum to open $1,000.00
4 Year IRA Certificate; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Dividend rate 2.722%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Standard certificate
Regular APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Type: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Type: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Type: Regular
Relationship: Regular
Limited time offer; Early withdrawal fee may apply
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
Special Rate (APY)
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Minimum to open $1,000.00
Minimum opening balance $500; Dividend Rate 4.18%; Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Minimum opening balance $500; Dividend Rate 4.18%; Dividends compounded and credited quarterly; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1M+
Minimum $500 deposit required for IRA certificate accounts; Penalties may apply for early withdrawals from IRA certificate accounts
$100k; Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Early Withdrawal Penalty: 240 Days' Dividends
Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Jumbo ($100k Minimum); Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Early Withdrawal Penalty: 240 Days' Dividends
Term: 3 to 4 Years (1,095 to 1,460 days); Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days' Dividends
Minimum Balance to Open and Earn APY; Share/IRA/Roth/ESA
Minimum daily balance to earn APY: $40,000; Early withdrawal penalty may apply
Available Options: $50 and $100 only; Exclusively for Long John Saver & Pipeline members; Part of Long John Saver Kids Club & Pipeline for Teens; Maximum $1,000 in Youth Share Certificates at any one time; Effective Date: June 29, 2023
Balance: $100K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
Balance: $1K Minimum APY; Rates as of Oct 13, 2026 ET; Long-Term Certificate Rates(Share, IRA, ESA)
Early withdrawal penalty may apply to all certificates at 15-day x original term of dividends on amount withdrawn
Balance: $500.00 minimum; Effective Date: January 27, 2026
5 Year IRA Certificate; Early withdrawal penalty applies
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market; Schedule an Appointment
Available to customers with a primary residence in Dollar Bank's Pennsylvania market
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Balance: $250.00 - $99,999,999.99
Regular APY
Regular APY
Regular APY
Dividend rate 2.722%; $500 minimum balance to open; dividends compounded quarterly; penalty for withdrawals before maturity
Standard certificate
Minimum opening deposit: CD - $1,000; IRA - $500; no minimum balance required after account opening to obtain disclosed APY
Type: Premier / Select Relationship
Relationship: Premier / Select Relationship
Type: Preferred Relationship
Relationship: Preferred Relationship
Type: Regular
Relationship: Regular
Minimum balance to open and to obtain APY is $1,000.00; Early withdrawal fee may apply
Limited time offer; Early withdrawal fee may apply
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
Penalties apply for early withdrawal
Minimum balance of $500 required; Dividends compounded daily and credited monthly; Penalties apply for early withdrawal; Membership required; IRA Certificates(Traditional, Roth, SEP and Coverdell ESA)
Special Rate (APY)
Rate Effective Date: October 12, 2026
Compare local Virginia Beach, VA 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.
Virginia 12-month CD rates rose 0.005 points over the past 7 days to 3.056% APY.
Virginia 6-month CD rates rose 0.019 points over the past 7 days to 2.674% APY.
Where are Virginia 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 Virginia average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | VA Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.652% | $82.60 | $165.20 | $413.00 | $826.00 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.674% | $133.69 | $267.37 | $668.43 | $1,336.85 |
| 12-Month CD | 3.056% | $152.78 | $305.56 | $763.90 | $1,527.80 |
| 18-Month CD | 3.120% | $156.02 | $312.03 | $780.07 | $1,560.15 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.929% | $146.45 | $292.90 | $732.25 | $1,464.50 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.896% | $144.82 | $289.64 | $724.10 | $1,448.20 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.855% | $142.76 | $285.52 | $713.80 | $1,427.60 |
| 60-Month CD | 3.033% | $151.64 | $303.28 | $758.20 | $1,516.40 |
| 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 Virginia average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | VA Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.652% | $82.60 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.674% | $133.69 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 3.056% | $152.78 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.929% | $146.45 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.896% | $144.82 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.641% blended | $660.34/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Virginia average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 1,531 CD rates from 30 banks and 61 credit unions with locations in Virginia Beach, Virginia, plus national online institutions available to Virginia 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: Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union offers a CD at 5.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $0. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Virginia Beach, Virginia
To find the best APYs in Virginia Beach, Virginia, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Virginia Beach, Virginia has 61 credit unions in our database, and they consistently offer some of the highest yields because they have lower overhead than traditional banks and compete aggressively for deposits.
Always compare the APY (Annual Percentage Yield), not just the interest rate. The APY reflects compounding and is the true measure of what you’ll earn.
Also compare the early withdrawal penalty. Common penalties range from 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term. If you’re unsure whether you’ll need the funds early, a no-penalty CD or a high-yield savings account may be a better fit.
Local demographics and economic context for CD savers. Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024
15.9% of residents are 65 or older, below the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 3.6% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s VA 12-month CD average of 3.056%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,890/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $149 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia savers easier access to their funds. For example, Chartway Credit Union is offering its 6-Month Promo Certificate at 4.30% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union is offering its 60 Month Youth Share Certificate at 5.00% 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 Virginia Beach, Virginia 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 VA top rate of 5.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Virginia Beach, Virginia CD LadderVA CD rates currently range from 1.652% (3-month) to 2.896% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Virginia Beach, Virginia CD at 5.00% 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 SavingsVirginia’s average 12-month CD is 3.056% APY. Compare locking in that rate against a flexible high-yield savings account to see which earns more for your deposit and timeline.
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Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We feature a comprehensive mix of institutions, from neighborhood credit unions and competitive regional banks to high-yield CDs from large national institutions available to savers in VA.
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