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Best Banks & Checking Accounts in Buffalo, New York - March 2026

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The best checking rates for Buffalo, New York include Cadets Federal Credit UnionCadets Federal Credit Union927 Grant St, Buffalo, NY 14207 2820A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 9.09% Premium Share Draft Checking at 0.20% APY, BROADVIEWBROADVIEW598 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14202A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.00% Organization Checking at 0.10% APY, NBT BankNBT Bank2670 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.76% Classic Interest Checking at 0.01% APY, Northwest Bank Warren, PANorthwest Bank Warren, PA14 Lafayette Sq, Buffalo, NY 14203A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.33% Affinity Premier Checking at 0.01% APY, and One Credit UnionOne Credit Union130 S Elmwood Ave Ste 126, Buffalo, NY 14202 2465A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.59% Share Draft Checking / Transaction Account at 0.00% APY.

Looking for the best checking accounts in Buffalo, New York? You have two main choices: convenient local branches or high-yield online accounts.

The tables below compare the top rates available to residents of Buffalo, New York, featuring both local banks and credit unions near you.

Checking account rates reflect recent market quotes and representative offers available to depositors in Buffalo, New York. Checking Account Rates Last Updated and Verified: March 20, 2026

Buffalo, NY Checking Rate Trends

Compare local Buffalo, NY checking rate quotes against the statewide average

Weekly checking rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions — updated every evening.

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High-Yield Checking — NY Avg
1.444%
▲ 1.306 from last week

New York high-yield checking rates rose 1.306 points this week to 1.444% APY, up from 0.138% last week.

Rewards Checking — NY Avg
3.286%
▲ 1.842 from last week

New York rewards checking rates rose 1.842 points this week to 3.286% APY, up from 1.444% last week.

As of Mar 21, 2026 • Rate data sourced from 8,500+ monitored institutions Powered by MonitorBankRates

Compare Checking Account Rates Today in Buffalo, New York & the Surrounding Area

Institutions:
Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Cadets Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.09%
927 Grant St
Buffalo, NY 14207 2820
Premium Share Draft Checking
0.20%
$0
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▼
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
Organization Checking
0.10%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No Minimum/No Fee

Cadets Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.09%
927 Grant St
Buffalo, NY 14207 2820
Premium Share Draft Checking
0.10%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
IOLA Checking
0.10%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

$0 Minimum Average Daily Balance to Earn Dividends

NBT Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.76%
2670 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
Classic Interest Checking
0.01%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Tier 1 - Average daily balance $100 < $2,500

Northwest Bank Warren, PA
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.33%
14 Lafayette Sq
Buffalo, NY 14203
Affinity Premier Checking
0.01%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Northwest Bank Warren, PA
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.33%
14 Lafayette Sq
Buffalo, NY 14203
Affinity Plus Checking
0.01%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

One Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.59%
130 S Elmwood Ave Ste 126
Buffalo, NY 14202 2465
Share Draft Checking / Transaction Account
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
Free Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Ukrainian Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.45%
562 Genesee St
Buffalo, NY 14204
Organizational Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
Real Estate Escrow Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No Minimum/No fee

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
300 Crosspoint Pkwy
Getzville, NY 14068 1606
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 2
8.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

Sunmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.71%
1616 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12306
6.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

AmeriCU Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 16.15%
1916 Black River Blvd N
Rome, NY 13440 2430
High Rate Checking (Qualifications Met)**
6.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Sunmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.71%
1616 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12306
Checking Accounts
6.00%
$20
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$20
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bank of Greene County
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.68%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Heritage Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.57%
25 Rykowski Ln
Middletown, NY 10941 4019
Heritage High Yield Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Heritage Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.57%
25 Rykowski Ln
Middletown, NY 10941 4019
Heritage Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: qualifications are met; Earn Cash Back on up to $500 in Debit Card Purchases

Jovia Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.24%
264 E Merrick Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11580 6034
Go Green Checking1
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.85%
736 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530
Vibe Youth Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,500

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Cadets Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.09%
927 Grant St
Buffalo, NY 14207 2820
Premium Share Draft Checking
0.20%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Cadets Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 9.09%
927 Grant St
Buffalo, NY 14207 2820
Premium Share Draft Checking
0.10%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

NBT Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.76%
2670 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14216
Classic Interest Checking
0.01%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Tier 1 - Average daily balance $100 < $2,500

Northwest Bank Warren, PA
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.33%
14 Lafayette Sq
Buffalo, NY 14203
Affinity Plus Checking
0.01%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Baxter Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.73%
300 Crosspoint Pkwy
Getzville, NY 14068 1606
PowerPlusTM Checking Level 2
8.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate7.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15000

AmeriCU Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 16.15%
1916 Black River Blvd N
Rome, NY 13440 2430
High Rate Checking (Qualifications Met)**
6.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Sunmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.71%
1616 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12306
6.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Sunmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.71%
1616 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12306
Checking Accounts
6.00%
$20
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$20
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Heritage Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.57%
25 Rykowski Ln
Middletown, NY 10941 4019
Heritage High Yield Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Heritage Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.57%
25 Rykowski Ln
Middletown, NY 10941 4019
Heritage Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: qualifications are met; Earn Cash Back on up to $500 in Debit Card Purchases

Jovia Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.24%
264 E Merrick Rd
Valley Stream, NY 11580 6034
Go Green Checking1
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

NEXT STEP
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
325 Washington Avenue Ext
Albany, NY 12205 5581
Kasasa Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

On up to $300 in purchases every month

Greene County Commercial Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.85%
736 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530
Vibe Youth Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,500

Hanover Community Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.19%
109 Bowery
New York, NY 10002
Max Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$25
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $200.00

Bank of Greene County
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.68%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Peoples Security Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.05%
1026 Conklin Rd
Conklin, NY 13748
MaxEarnings Checking
5.00%
$25
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Rhinebeck Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.81%
6414 Montgomery St
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
High Interest Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 11, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Dannemora Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.54%
344 Tom Miller Rd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Free Kasasa Cash Checking
4.00%
$10
View
▼
Rate3.96%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Solvay Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.79%
1537 Milton Ave
Solvay, NY 13209
High Interest Checking Special
4.00%
$15
View
▼
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$15
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Sunmark Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.71%
1616 Broadway
Schenectady, NY 12306
6.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.84%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $15,000.00

NEXT STEP
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
325 Washington Avenue Ext
Albany, NY 12205 5581
Kasasa Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

On up to $300 in purchases every month

Hanover Community Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 7.19%
109 Bowery
New York, NY 10002
Max Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$25
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required; Qualifying balance up to $200.00

Heritage Financial Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 11.57%
25 Rykowski Ln
Middletown, NY 10941 4019
Heritage Cash Back Checking
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: qualifications are met; Earn Cash Back on up to $500 in Debit Card Purchases

Pathfinder Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.40%
6611 Manlius Center Rd
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Kasasa Cash Checking
4.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate3.93%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $30,000.00

Dannemora Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.54%
344 Tom Miller Rd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Free Kasasa Cash Checking
4.00%
$10
View
▼
Rate3.96%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Dannemora Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.54%
344 Tom Miller Rd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
4.00%
$10
View
▼
Rate3.96%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Maple City Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.64%
145 Main St
Hornell, NY 14843
Free Thrive Cash Back Checking
3.50%
$0
View
▼
Rate3.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Cash Back on everyday debit card purchases.

North Country Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.08%
127 Main St
Canton, NY 13617
NCSB Premium Rewards Checking-Qualified
1.51%
$25
View
▼
Rate1.50%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Tier 1

Morgan Stanley E-Trade
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.34%
2000 Westchester Ave
Purchase, NY 10577
American Express Rewards Checking
1.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BCB Community Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.24%
70 Broadway
Hicksville, NY 11801
Rewards Plus Checking
0.35%
$10,000
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$10,000
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BCB Community Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.24%
70 Broadway
Hicksville, NY 11801
Rewards Checking
0.25%
$1,000
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$1,000
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Family First Of NY Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.73%
2520 Browncroft Blvd
Rochester, NY 14625
Debit Reward$ Checking
0.05%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

Earns 1.00% cash back on transactions!

AmeriCU Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 16.15%
1916 Black River Blvd N
Rome, NY 13440 2430
Rewards Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Palisades Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.50%
1 Blue Hill Plz
Pearl River, NY 10965 3104
Rewards Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
Free Checking
0.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Bank of Greene County
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.68%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Greene County Commercial Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$0
View
▼
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Dannemora Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.54%
344 Tom Miller Rd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
4.00%
$10
View
▼
Rate3.96%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Dannemora Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.54%
344 Tom Miller Rd
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Free Kasasa Cash Checking
4.00%
$10
View
▼
Rate3.96%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $25,000.00

Maple City Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.64%
145 Main St
Hornell, NY 14843
Free Thrive Cash Back Checking
3.50%
$0
View
▼
Rate3.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Cash Back on everyday debit card purchases.

Apple Bank for Savings
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.54%
12 Westchester Sq
Bronx, NY 10461
Simple Checking Account
1.01%
$100
View
▼
Rate1.00%
Min Deposit$100
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 15.85%
591 E Main St
Bay Shore, NY 11706 8505
Free Checking (Bonus Checking)
0.40%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Access Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.38%
390 W Seneca St
Sherrill, NY 13461
e-ACCESS Checking
0.25%
$0
View
▼
Rate0.25%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

GHS Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
D3.2 ★ Texas Ratio: 36.15%
910 Upper Front St
Binghamton, NY 13905 1337
50+ Free Checking
0.10%
$0
View
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Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

GHS Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
D3.2 ★ Texas Ratio: 36.15%
910 Upper Front St
Binghamton, NY 13905 1337
VIP Free Checking
0.10%
$0
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Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Fulton Savings Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.68%
75 S 1st St
Fulton, NY 13069
VIP Free Interest and 50+ Free Interest Checking Accounts
0.05%
$25
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Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
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Carthage Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.87%
313 State St
Carthage, NY 13619
VIP Free Interest Checking
0.01%
$25
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Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
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With Rewards

Carthage Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.87%
313 State St
Carthage, NY 13619
50+ Free Interest Checking
0.01%
$25
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Rate0.01%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

With Rewards

Genesee Valley Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.22%
4621 Millennium Dr
Geneseo, NY 14454
Free Quality Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

AmeriCU Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 16.15%
1916 Black River Blvd N
Rome, NY 13440 2430
Freedom Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Spencerport Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.31%
2775 Spencerport rd
Spencerport, NY 14559
Free Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.16%
112 State St
Albany, NY 12207
Home Town Free Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Heritage Family Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.44%
28 Church St
Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
Basic Checking Account
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Empire State Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.86%
1441 South Ave
Staten Island, NY 10314
Free Personal Checking
0.00%
$25
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
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Nassau Financial Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 4.85%
736 Franklin Ave
Garden City, NY 11530
Vibe Youth Checking
5.00%
$0
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Rate5.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,500

Island Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.75%
120 Motor Pkwy
Hauppauge, NY 11788 5152
Teen Checking
0.25%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Hudson Valley Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.95%
2373 South Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 5585
Teen Checking
0.02%
$0
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Rate0.02%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.16%
112 State St
Albany, NY 12207
Home Town Student Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Genesee Valley Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.22%
4621 Millennium Dr
Geneseo, NY 14454
Youth Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Palisades Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.50%
1 Blue Hill Plz
Pearl River, NY 10965 3104
Youth Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Source: Verified Checking Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
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APY
Min Deposit
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BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
BusinessElite Checking
0.05%
$0
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Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

$2,500 Minimum Daily Average Balance to Earn Dividends

Ukrainian Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.45%
562 Genesee St
Buffalo, NY 14204
Business Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

BROADVIEW
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
598 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
BusinessEase Checking
0.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No Minimum/No fee

AmeriCU Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A-4.9 ★ Texas Ratio: 16.15%
1916 Black River Blvd N
Rome, NY 13440 2430
Business High Rate Checking
7.00%
$0
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Rate6.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

Bank of Greene County
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 2.68%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$1
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Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$1
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Peoples Security Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 1.05%
1026 Conklin Rd
Conklin, NY 13748
Micro Business MaxEarnings Checking
5.00%
$25
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Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $5,000.00

Greene County Commercial Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 0.00%
425 Main St
Catskill, NY 12414
FREE e-BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNT
5.00%
$1
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Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$1
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Patriot Bank N.A.
Institution Rating:
F2.4 ★ Texas Ratio: 45.79%
495 Central Park Ave
Scarsdale, NY 10583
The One Account for Business (Checking)
2.00%
$0
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Rate2.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Ponce Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 3.64%
2244 Westchester Ave
Bronx, NY 10462
Non-Profit Business Checking
1.73%
$0
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Rate1.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Newtek Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.72%
13629 38th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
NewtekOne Business Checking
1.00%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Citizens & Northern Bank C&N
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 6.93%
6250 County Route 64
Hornell, NY 14843
Business Interest Checking
0.75%
$0
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Rate0.75%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Greylock Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.17%
464 Fairview Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
High Yield Business Checking
0.65%
$0
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Rate0.65%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Citizens & Northern Bank C&N
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 6.93%
6250 County Route 64
Hornell, NY 14843
Business Interest Checking
0.55%
$0
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Rate0.55%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Pathfinder Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 12.40%
6611 Manlius Center Rd
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Business Interest Checking
0.50%
$0
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Rate0.50%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Greylock Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.17%
464 Fairview Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
High Yield Business Checking
0.45%
$0
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Rate0.45%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Island Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.75%
120 Motor Pkwy
Hauppauge, NY 11788 5152
Business Premier Checking
0.45%
$0
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Tier 4; + $250,000

Greylock Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 10.17%
464 Fairview Ave
Hudson, NY 12534
High Yield Business Checking
0.40%
$0
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Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $49,999.00

Citizens & Northern Bank C&N
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 6.93%
6250 County Route 64
Hornell, NY 14843
Business Interest Checking
0.40%
$0
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Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

No additional details provided.

Island Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 5.75%
120 Motor Pkwy
Hauppauge, NY 11788 5152
Business Premier Checking
0.40%
$0
View
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 17, 2026
Details

Tier 3; $100,000 - $249,999

Customers Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★ Texas Ratio: 8.22%
102 S Ridge St
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Commercial Interest Checking Plus
0.35%
$50
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Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance—
UpdatedMar 18, 2026
Details

Available Online Only. New commercial customers only.

Methodology & Data Sources

Direct-Sourced & Verified Checking Rate Data: We aggregate checking account rates for Buffalo, New York directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using a combination of our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. By pulling this data straight from the institutions’ own digital properties and manually verifying the yields daily, we ensure that every checking rate displayed on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.

Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems and team constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Buffalo, New York. We feature a comprehensive mix of financial institutions, allowing you to easily compare localized checking rates from neighborhood credit unions, competitive offers from mid-sized regional banks, and high-yield checking accounts available to account holders in NY.

Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: To maintain the highest level of data integrity, our rate updaters verify and update checking rates daily. Because checking account yields can fluctuate based on market conditions, every single checking product listed on our platform features its own specific “last updated” date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do checking accounts in Buffalo, New York earn interest?

Most traditional local checking accounts in Buffalo, New York earn 0% interest. However, High-Yield Checking or Rewards Checking accounts from online banks and select local credit unions can pay interest rates comparable to savings accounts.

Are banks in Buffalo, New York FDIC insured?

Yes. Legitimate banks with branches in Buffalo, New York are FDIC insured up to $250,000 per depositor. Local Credit Unions are similarly insured by the NCUA.

What fees should I watch out for?

Common fees include Monthly Maintenance Fees (often waivable with direct deposit), Overdraft Fees, and Out-of-Network ATM fees. We recommend looking for “Free Checking” accounts that explicitly state no monthly fees.

What is a Rewards Checking account?

Rewards Checking accounts (sometimes called Kasasa accounts) offer high interest rates or cash back on debit card purchases in exchange for meeting monthly requirements like a minimum number of debit card transactions, direct deposit enrollment, or e-statement signup.

Best Checking Rates in Buffalo, New York

Based on our current data, some of the highest checking account APYs available to residents of Buffalo, New York include:
  • Cadets Federal Credit Union
    Premium Share Draft Checking — 0.20% APY
  • BROADVIEW
    Organization Checking — 0.10% APY
  • NBT Bank
    Classic Interest Checking — 0.01% APY
  • Northwest Bank Warren, PA
    Affinity Premier Checking — 0.01% APY
  • One Credit Union
    Share Draft Checking / Transaction Account — 0.00% APY
Checking Account Rates reflect actual verified offers from banks and credit unions actively accepting deposits in Buffalo, New York. Your final available rate may depend on qualifying activity and daily market movements. Last Updated and Verified: March 20, 2026

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