Curtiss, Wisconsin CD rates from banks and credit unions serving Wisconsin range from 2.20% to 6.00% APY, verified by MonitorBankRates as of October 23, 2026. Current Curtiss, Wisconsin CD rates include CO-OP Credit UnionCO-OP Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.54%Real return: +2.30%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 12 Month Youth Saver Certificate at 6.00% APY, Gundersen Credit UnionGundersen Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.40%Real return: +1.80%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering Teenager (Age 13-17) - 12 Month Term (Deposit Certificiate) at 5.50% APY, Fort Community Credit UnionFort Community Credit UnionA5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.84%Real return: +1.45%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering Certificates - 60-Month at 5.15% APY, 1st Community Credit Union1st Community Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.97%Real return: +1.43%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering 36-MONTH TEEN CERTIFICATE SPECIAL at 5.13% APY, and Northwoods Community Credit UnionNorthwoods Community Credit UnionA+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.66%Real return: +1.36%APY minus CPIRate verified Oct 19, 2026 offering Youth Share Certificate - 6 Month at 5.06% APY. CD rates as of October 23, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Curtiss is a smaller community with no bank or credit union branches currently in our database. 741 institutions serving the Wisconsin area are available to Curtiss residents, with CD rates as high as 6.00% APY from CO-OP Credit Union. Rates are continually updated, so we recommend checking back frequently.
The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed reflect actual verified offers from top-rated institutions. Rates are subject to change at the institution's discretion without notice and may depend on your initial funding amount. A substantial penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal, which could reduce earnings on the account. CD Rates Last Updated and Verified: October 23, 2026
Effective 10/16/2026; APY is annual percentage yield
Minimum $75,000.00 Terms tier
Dividend rate from comparison table
No IRA Available
Balance: under $100k; Limited time special offer; Effective Date: 10/19/2026; Not available for individual retirement or business accounts; Apply online
9-Month Option CD (footnote 6): can deposit or withdraw without penalty at each 90 day anniversary; $500 minimum balance must be maintained; aggregate deposits during 9 month term may not exceed $250,000; no institutional money; Compounding: Quarterly
Commercial deposit; SPECIALS; 9-month term with option to withdraw or deposit without penalty at each 90 day anniversary; $500 minimum must be maintained; aggregate deposits up to $250,000; no institutional money; Compounding: Quarterly
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; 3 Month Certificate requires minimum deposit of $5,000
Balance: $20,000.00 Minimum
Compounding: At Maturity; Early withdrawal penalty: one month's interest; Interest Rate/APY shown as 3.60% / 3.60% APY
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded:; Interest Credited: At Maturity
Dividends Paid: Quarterly; $250 minimum to open. Any certificate may be used for IRAs.
Minimum $500.00 Terms
No IRA Available
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded:; Interest Credited: At Maturity
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Interest Compounded:; Interest Credited: At Maturity
$1,000 or more
Effective October 18, 2026
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 Days; Effective Date: October 18, 2026
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 30 Days
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; rates as of August 21, 2026
Individual Retirement Account (IRAs) with $250,000 Minimum; Contact Us to Apply
Certificates with $250,000 Minimum; Open Account
Compounding: Monthly
Minimum balance $10,000
Certificates with $10,000 Minimum
Individual Retirement Account (IRAs) with $10,000 Minimum
Minimum $2500 to open
Interest credited at maturity on CDs less than 12 months; no deposits can be added
Interest calculated on daily balance and paid quarterly; Rates effective 5/8/2023
Accounts: Teen Cents Club, Junior Savers, Kangaroo Kids Club; Maximum $5,000.00 (Aggregate); Dividends compounded semi-annually; Subject to penalty for early withdrawal
Requirements for LOYALTY CERTIFICATE PROMO: Checking and Savings account, Debit card and must currently have Direct Deposit. Money must be new to MWFFCU.; APR column printed as 4.50%; Penalty for Early Withdrawal is loss of 90 days dividends
Dividends compounded and credited at maturity; rates as of August 21, 2026
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Rates effective 09/24/2026; APY assumes dividends remain in the account until maturity; dividends paid semi-annually and at maturity; early withdrawal penalties may apply
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 180 Days; Effective Date: October 18, 2026
Not all CD/IRA specials are available for online account opening, please contact your local branch. Annual Percentage Yield effective October 19, 2026.
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
APY accurate as of 10/22/2026; maximum deposit $10 million; not available for public units; limited-time offer; early withdrawal penalties apply
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Special certificate rate; Rates Effective as of 10/14/2026
Special CD; early withdrawal penalty applies; fees may reduce earnings
Special is for a 6 Month CD only. Offer may expire at any time without notice.
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Min. Balance to Open & Obtain APY: $1,000; Early withdrawal may be subject to penalty
SPECIALS Certificates & IRAs; Compounding: At Maturity
Commercial deposit; SPECIALS; Compounding: At Maturity
APY shown accurate as of 10/1/26 and available for a limited time; Penalty for early withdrawal; Membership required
No IRA Available
Effective 10/16/2026; APY is annual percentage yield
Dividend Frequency: Monthly
Compounding: At Maturity; Early withdrawal penalty: one month's interest; Interest Rate/APY shown as 3.90% / 3.90% APY
Open Account Online
Printed as APR% on source; When Paid: At maturity; EW Penalty: 1 mo int.
Compounded/Credited Monthly
Minimum $75,000.00 Terms tier
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Annual Percentage Dividend 3.75%; Early withdrawal penalty: 60 days Div.; Automatically renews at maturity; Interest reinvests quarterly
Balance: $100,000+; Regular or IRA certificate
Special rate; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of September 17, 2026
Dividends Compounded & Credited: Quarterly; Dividend Period: Quarterly
Balance: $25,000.00 - $49,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate
Minimum of $1,000 to open your account
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Balance: $10,000.00 - $24,999.99; Regular or IRA certificate
Dividend Compounded: At Maturity; Dividend Added: At Maturity
Dividends Compounded: At Maturity; Dividend Added: At Maturity
$3,000 maximum
Youth under the age of 18; maximum deposit $3,000; limit one Youth Saver Certificate per member under 18; automatically renews into a 12-month share certificate at the current rate at age 18; substantial penalty for early withdrawal
Ages: 13-17
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $35,000+
Featured rate; Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Membership eligibility required; Penalties for early withdrawal
CD SPECIAL
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 270 Days; Effective Date: October 18, 2026
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
CD & IRA Specials
Rates effective since: August 31, 2026
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
APY accurate as of 10/22/2026; maximum deposit $10 million; not available for public units; limited-time offer; early withdrawal penalties apply
Rates effective as of 10/16/2026
Balance: $10,000 or more; Special, limited time offer; Penalties may be imposed for early withdrawal
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Special rate; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of September 17, 2026
Ages: 0-12
Section: Share Certificates and IRA Certificates; $100 Minimum to Open or Earn Dividends; Certificate penalty for early withdrawals applies
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Minimum to open account & earn APY: $2,500
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Compounded/Credited Monthly
APY current as of 10/01/2026; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000 or above; Interest credited: Monthly; Fixed
Compounded: Monthly; MVP Level: Gold; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Compounded Quarterly; Balance: $20,000.00 and over
Balance: $20,000.00 and over; Compounded Quarterly
Special certificate rate; Rates Effective as of 10/14/2026
Balance: $100,000.00 and over
Interest credited: Quarterly; Variable
Compounded: Daily; MVP Level: Basic; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Compounded: Daily; MVP Level: Gold; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Compounded: Daily; MVP Level: Silver; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Raise Your Rate option; Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Section: Share Certificates and IRA Certificates; $100 Minimum to Open or Earn Dividends; Certificate penalty for early withdrawals applies
Share Certificates and IRA Certificates; $100 Minimum to Open or Earn Dividends
Certificate of Deposit Special Offer; Simple Interest Rate 4.07%
Rates effective as of 10/16/2026
Balance: $50,000.00 - $99,999.99
Printed as APR% on source; When Paid: Quarterly; EW Penalty: 3 mo int.
Balance: $10,000.00 - $49,999.99
Compounded Quarterly; Balance: $20,000.00 and over
Balance: $20,000.00 and over; Compounded Quarterly
Early withdrawal penalty: 91 days of interest
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Fixed rate; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Minimum $2500 to open
Compounded Quarterly; Balance: $10,000.00 - $19,999.99
Balance: $10,000.00 - $19,999.99; Compounded Quarterly
Balance: $5,000.00 to $99,999.99; Interest Payment Frequency: Annual; Compounding: Simple
Balance: $300.00 to $99,999.99; Interest Payment Frequency: Annual; Compounding: Simple
Quarterly compounding on accounts 12 months and over; no deposits can be added
Regular APY
Rewards APY
Regular APY
Rewards APY
Rewards APY
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Balance: $500.00 - $99,999.99
Special rate; Annual Percentage Yield accurate as of September 17, 2026
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Min. Balance to Open & Obtain APY: $1,000; Early withdrawal may be subject to penalty
1 time rate bump; additions of $500 or more at any time; Open Account Online
1 time rate bump; additions of $500 or more at any time; Open Account Online
Open Account Online
Online Only; 30-day penalty if withdrawn before maturity
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Renews to 30 mo; Effective 09/15/2026
Renews to 30 mo; Effective 09/15/2026
Printed as APR% on source; When Paid: Quarterly; EW Penalty: 3 mo int.
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
Minimum $2500 to open
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Simple Interest Rate: 4.09%; Minimum Balance to Receive APY: $1.00
Balance: $10,000 or above; Interest credited: Monthly; Fixed
Rates effective as of 10/16/2026
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Fixed rate; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: Under $10,000; Interest credited: Annually; Fixed
$1,000 or more
$500 minimum deposit for custodial accounts; Penalty for early withdrawal is half of the interest earned over the term
Minimum balance $1,000.00
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Min. Balance: $500.00 minimum
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
Promotional special: 24 Months at 4.00% APY*
Dividends Paid: Quarterly; $250 minimum to open. Any certificate may be used for IRAs.
Ages: 13-15; For ages 13-15 years old; Maximum deposit $10,000
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Min. Balance to Open & Obtain APY: $1,000; Early withdrawal may be subject to penalty
Open Account Online
10 for 10 SPECIALS Certificates Only (No IRA or HSA); 10% of the total CD amount must be funds from another financial institution; Compounding: Annually
Rates as of September 18, 2026; Table: Certificate of Deposits, IRAs, and HSA
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
10 for 10 SPECIALS Certificates Only (No IRA or HSA); Compounding: Annually
Commercial deposit; TERM CDs; Compounding: Annually
Balance: $10,000 or above; Interest credited: Monthly; Fixed
Printed as APR% on source; When Paid: Quarterly; EW Penalty: 3 mo int.
Balance: Under $10,000; Interest credited: Annually; Fixed
Substantial Penalty for Early Withdrawal
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Fixed rate; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
Minimum $2500 to open
Dividends Paid: Quarterly; $250 minimum to open. Any certificate may be used for IRAs.
$1,000 or more
IRA: one deposit per calendar year up to $10,000 for Wisconsin residents
Quarterly compounding on accounts 12 months and over; no deposits can be added
IRA CD (Traditional and Roth). $1,000 minimum balance required to open IRA CD. No deposits can be added. Interest compounded quarterly.
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Rate = dividend rate; penalty for early withdrawal; minimum deposit $500
Annual Percentage Dividend 3.90%; Early withdrawal penalty: 120 days Div.; Automatically renews at maturity; Interest reinvests quarterly
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Minimum Balance to Obtain APY: $1,000.00
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $35,000+
Minimum balance $1,000.00
Minimum deposit: $5,000
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $1,000+; Compounding/Posted: Monthly/Monthly
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
IRA: one deposit per calendar year up to $10,000 for Wisconsin residents
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Minimum $2500 to open
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Fixed rate; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Includes Roth and Traditional Share IRAs; Dividends earned and posted monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 180 days of dividend if over 1 year
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Dividends Paid: Quarterly; $250 minimum to open. Any certificate may be used for IRAs.
Quarterly compounding on accounts 12 months and over; no deposits can be added
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
APY current as of 10/01/2026; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Min. Balance to Open & Obtain APY: $1,000; Early withdrawal may be subject to penalty
Open Account Online
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Minimum Balance to Obtain APY: $1,000.00
Minimum balance $1,000.00
Balance: $10,000 - $34,999.99
Balance: $10,000 - $34,999.99
Compound: Quarterly; Rates effective 9/24/2026
Compounding: Monthly
Balance: $250 - $9,999.99
Balance: $250 - $9,999.99
Balance: $1,000.00+; Regular or IRA certificate
Traditional or Roth
Early Withdrawal Penalty: 365 Days; Effective Date: October 18, 2026
Dividends Paid: Quarterly; $250 minimum to open. Any certificate may be used for IRAs.
Relationship CD; relationship defined as Direct Deposit Checking; Minimum $2500 to open
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal.
Regular and jumbo CDs up to $1 million; advance approval required over $1 million; APY compounded monthly
Traditional, Roth, and Coverdell IRA account; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Ages: 0-12; For ages 0-12 years old; Maximum deposit $10,000
APY current as of 10/01/2026; penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal
Balance: $10,000 or above; Interest credited: Monthly; Fixed
IRA: one deposit per calendar year up to $10,000 for Wisconsin residents
Standard rates as high as 4.50% APY; flexible 3 to 60-month terms; federally insured by NCUA up to $250,000 per depositor
Dividend Rate column; IRA certificate terms are 1 year or greater; Effective Date as of 10/18/2026
Balance: Under $10,000; Interest credited: Annually; Fixed
Printed as APR% on source; When Paid: Quarterly; EW Penalty: 6 mo int.
Maturity Date (Regular, Business or IRA)
Balance: $100,000 and higher; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Minimum $2500 to open
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Fixed rate; Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Quarterly compounding on accounts 12 months and over; no deposits can be added
Includes Roth and Traditional Share IRAs; Dividends earned and posted monthly; Early withdrawal penalty: 180 days of dividend if over 1 year
Balance: $25,000 - $99,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Minimum balance $1,000.00
Minimum Balance to Obtain APY: $1,000.00
$1,000 or more
Balance: $1,000 - $24,999; Interest Compounded: Quarterly; Interest Credited: Quarterly
Min. Balance to Open & Obtain APY: $1,000; Early withdrawal may be subject to penalty
Open Account Online
Effective October 18, 2026
Effective October 18, 2026; Penalty for early withdrawal on Certificates applies
Balance: $35,000+
Balance: $35,000+
Compound: Quarterly; Rates effective 9/24/2026
Compounding: Monthly
Compare local Curtiss, WI 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.
Wisconsin 12-month CD rates rose 0.002 points over the past 7 days to 2.814% APY.
Wisconsin 6-month CD rates rose 0.019 points over the past 7 days to 2.395% APY.
Where are Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin average APYs. State average used where available; national average as fallback.
| CD Term | WI Avg APY | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Month CD | 1.533% | $76.66 | $153.32 | $383.30 | $766.60 |
| 6-Month CD | 2.395% | $119.76 | $239.52 | $598.80 | $1,197.60 |
| 12-Month CD | 2.814% | $140.70 | $281.41 | $703.53 | $1,407.05 |
| 18-Month CD | 2.784% | $139.22 | $278.43 | $696.08 | $1,392.15 |
| 24-Month CD | 2.892% | $144.60 | $289.20 | $723.00 | $1,446.00 |
| 36-Month CD | 2.862% | $143.11 | $286.22 | $715.55 | $1,431.10 |
| 48-Month CD | 2.778% | $138.90 | $277.81 | $694.52 | $1,389.05 |
| 60-Month CD | 2.988% | $149.41 | $298.81 | $747.03 | $1,494.05 |
| Earnings shown are annualized (APY basis). Actual earnings for sub-12-month terms will be proportionally lower at maturity. Rates as of October 23, 2026. | |||||
$25,000 split equally across 5 terms using today’s Wisconsin average rates. As each CD matures, reinvest at the 36-month rung.
| Rung | Term | Deposit | WI Avg APY | Annual Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Month CD | $5,000 | 1.533% | $76.66 |
| 2 | 6-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.395% | $119.76 |
| 3 | 12-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.814% | $140.70 |
| 4 | 24-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.892% | $144.60 |
| 5 | 36-Month CD | $5,000 | 2.862% | $143.11 |
| Total ($25,000 invested) | $25,000 | 2.499% blended | $624.83/yr | |
Ladder example uses equal $5,000 rungs and Wisconsin average APYs. Actual earnings depend on the specific institution and product chosen. Use the calculator above to model your exact deposit amounts.
MonitorBankRates tracks 2,047 CD rates from 61 banks and 71 credit unions with locations in Curtiss, Wisconsin, plus national online institutions available to Wisconsin 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: CO-OP Credit Union offers a CD at 6.00% APY with a minimum deposit of $100. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Curtiss, Wisconsin.
What to compare when shopping for a CD in Curtiss, Wisconsin
To find the best APYs in Curtiss, Wisconsin, start with credit unions and online-only banks: Curtiss, Wisconsin has 71 credit unions in our database, and they consistently offer some of the highest yields because they have lower overhead than traditional banks and compete aggressively for deposits.
Always compare the APY (Annual Percentage Yield), not just the interest rate. The APY reflects compounding and is the true measure of what you’ll earn.
Also compare the early withdrawal penalty. Common penalties range from 30 to 180 days of interest depending on the term. If you’re unsure whether you’ll need the funds early, a no-penalty CD or a high-yield savings account may be a better fit.
Local demographics and economic context for CD savers. Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 (state-level data shown; city data not available)
18.5% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%; a low unemployment rate of 3.2% reflects a strong local economy. At today’s WI 12-month CD average of 2.814%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,666/year) and putting it in a CD would earn an additional $131 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin savers easier access to their funds. For example, Northwoods Community Credit Union is offering its Youth Share Certificate - 6 Month at 5.06% APY. Longer terms such as three or five years usually pay higher rates. On the longer end, Fort Community Credit Union is offering its Certificates - 60-Month at 5.15% 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin 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 WI top rate of 6.00% APY, a $10,000 deposit earns $600 in the first year. Enter your amount to see your exact return.
Curtiss, Wisconsin CD LadderWI CD rates currently range from 1.533% (3-month) to 2.862% (36-month). Model a ladder with local rates to keep cash accessible while maximizing yield.
Early Withdrawal PenaltyBefore locking into a Curtiss, Wisconsin CD at 6.00% 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 SavingsWisconsin’s average 12-month CD is 2.814% 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 Curtiss, Wisconsin. 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 WI.
Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: Our rate updaters verify and update CD rates daily. Because yields can fluctuate rapidly, every CD product listed features its own specific “last updated” date for full transparency.