Best Money Market Rates in Missouri - August 2026
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Current Missouri money market deposit account rates include BluCurrent Credit UnionBluCurrent Credit Union1770 W SUNSET ST, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.56%Real return: +2.20%APY minus 2.8% CPI (February 2026) Premium Coverage Money Markets at 5.00% APY, First Bank Creve Coeur, MOFirst Bank Creve Coeur, MO15300 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Wentzville, MO 63385A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.54%Real return: +1.20%APY minus 2.8% CPI (February 2026) Money Market Account at 4.00% APY, North American Savings Bank (NASB)North American Savings Bank (NASB)12498 S Us Highway 71, Grandview, MO 64030A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%Real return: +1.20%APY minus 2.8% CPI (February 2026) High-Yield Money Market Promotion at 4.00% APY, Multipli Credit UnionMultipli Credit Union818 N Benton Ave, Springfield, MO 65802 3704A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 0.70%Real return: +1.16%APY minus 2.8% CPI (February 2026) Platinum Money Market at 3.96% APY, and FCB BanksFCB Banks12000 Tesson Ferry Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63128A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.72%Real return: +1.05%APY minus 2.8% CPI (February 2026) Hometown Money Market (with Direct Deposit) at 3.85% APY. Money market rates as of August 28, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.
Use the tables below to compare money market rates across Missouri side-by-side. Missouri money market rates currently reach as high as 5.00% APY from BluCurrent Credit Union at 1770 W SUNSET ST, SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807. Rates are continually updated — we recommend checking back frequently.
Rates reflect recent market quotes and representative offers available to depositors in Missouri and surrounding area. Last Updated and Verified: August 28, 2026
Compare the Best Money Market Rates Today in Missouri
Qualifications Required: Qualifications Required; All balances if qualifications are not met: 0.01%; Qualifying balance up to $7,500.00
APY accurate as of 08/24/2026. This is a variable-rate account. The APY may change any time after the account is opened. Fees may reduce earnings.
Promotional rate and cap are subject to change. Promo account will automatically convert to standard Money Market Account after 12 months. Funds deposited must be new money. Balances above $100,000 will earn the same dividend as AdelFi Savings Account of 0.10%. Limit ONE High-Yield Money Market Account per member.
Promotional rate is effective for 6 months from the opening date of a new Premier Money Market account. To receive the introductory rate, account must be opened with a minimum of $15,000 or for existing Money Market accounts, a minimum additional deposit of $15,000 is required that cannot be transferred from an existing account. Maximum deposit eligible for promotional rate is $3,000,000. The rate may change after the account is opened. Fees charged to the account could reduce the earnings on the account. If the account is closed prior to the interest payment date, no interest will be paid. The interest rate and annual percentage yield is subject to change daily. Interest begins to accrue no later than the business day we receive credit for the deposit of non-cash items (for example, checks). Interest will be compounded monthly and will be credited to the account monthly. 6 transactions per statement cycle allowed.
This account pays 3.50% APY* for balances of $200,000 or more. The rate varies based on the balance in the account. *Annual Percentage Yield's are accurate as of January 13, 2023. These accounts pay higher interest rates and the rates are based on the account balance. Balances below $200,000 accrue at a rate of 0.35% APY*. Minimum opening deposit of $2,500. Rates may change after account opening. Other fees may apply: Consult an Account Specialist at your local branch for more details. Fees could reduce earnings a on the account.
Balances over $250,000 accrue at a rate of 3.50 % APY*. *Annual Percentage Yield's are accurate as of March 17, 2025. Balances below $10,000 accrue at a rate of 0.05% APY. These accounts pay higher interest rates and the rates are based on the account balance. Rates may change after account opening. Deposits, in person withdrawals and ATM access are unlimited. Minimum opening deposit is $2,500. You must maintain an average daily balance of $2,500 or a monthly $10 fee will apply. There will be a $10 fee for each withdrawal in excess of eight per statement cycle. Other fees may apply and could reduce earnings on the account. Consult an Account Specialist for more details.
To take advantage of this offer, you must fund your money market account with a minimum deposit of $25,000 or $50,000 transferred from another bank. Offer activation as of December 12, 2025, and subject to change at any time. The annual percentage yield (APY) is also subject to change at any time. Interest is paid on full account balance. The required minimum balance to avoid $10 monthly service charge is $1,000.
Variable rate account with easy access and maximum liquidity. There is a $15 monthly fee on Premium Money Market Account when the daily balance falls below $10,000 at any time during the month.
New money only
New money only
Intro rate APY 3.50%
$15,000+; Intro rate
Federal Funds Effective Rate minus 0.25%
New Deposits Only**
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Paid monthly.
Balances $10,000 - $500,000
APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Insured up to $2,000,000 by Excess Share Insurance Corporation (ESI). Ideal if you have exceeded your NCUA Insurance Coverage Limits.
Balances of $100,000 to $249,999.99 accrue at a rate of 3.25% APY*. *Annual Percentage Yield's are accurate as of March 17, 2025. Balances below $10,000 accrue at a rate of 0.05% APY. These accounts pay higher interest rates and the rates are based on the account balance. Rates may change after account opening. Deposits, in person withdrawals and ATM access are unlimited. Minimum opening deposit is $2,500. You must maintain an average daily balance of $2,500 or a monthly $10 fee will apply. There will be a $10 fee for each withdrawal in excess of eight per statement cycle. Other fees may apply and could reduce earnings on the account. Consult an Account Specialist for more details.
To take advantage of this offer, you must fund your money market account with a minimum deposit of $25,000 or $50,000 transferred from another bank. Offer activation as of December 12, 2025, and subject to change at any time. The annual percentage yield (APY) is also subject to change at any time. Interest is paid on full account balance. The required minimum balance to avoid $10 monthly service charge is $1,000.
APY earned on balances of $25,000.00 or greater; 0.00% APY on balances of $24,999.99 or less. Qualifying loan relationship required to open Premier Relationship Money Market include commercial, mortgage or home equity loan with open amount of $100,000 or greater, or home equity line of credit with a credit line of $100,000 or greater.
Federal Funds Effective Rate minus 0.50%
Limit 1 withdrawal per month. Must deposit $250,000 or more to earn highest yield.
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Monthly
APY is variable and subject to change at our discretion, without prior notice. Fees could reduce the earnings on the account. Early access to direct deposit funds depends on the timing of the payer's submission of deposits. We generally post such deposits on the day after they are received, which may be up to 2 days earlier than the payer's scheduled payment date.
Balances of $50,000 to $99,999.99 accrue at a rate of 3.00% APY*. *Annual Percentage Yield's are accurate as of March 17, 2025. Balances below $10,000 accrue at a rate of 0.05% APY. These accounts pay higher interest rates and the rates are based on the account balance. Rates may change after account opening. Deposits, in person withdrawals and ATM access are unlimited. Minimum opening deposit is $2,500. You must maintain an average daily balance of $2,500 or a monthly $10 fee will apply. There will be a $10 fee for each withdrawal in excess of eight per statement cycle. Other fees may apply and could reduce earnings on the account. Consult an Account Specialist for more details.
Earn up to 3.00% APY with tiered rates
Compounding and Crediting Frequency: Monthly
Effective date 3/1/26
Balance of more than $500,000
Effective date 3/1/26
Effective date 3/1/26
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Missouri Money Market Rate Trends
Compare local Missouri money market quotes against the statewide average
Daily money market rate averages tracked across our database of 8,500+ banks and credit unions — updated every evening.
Missouri high-yield MMA rates rose 0.063 points over the past 7 days to 3.312% APY.
Missouri standard MMA rates rose 0.068 points over the past 7 days to 0.705% APY.
Missouri Money Market Rate Forecast — Next 12 Months
Money market rates move with Federal Reserve policy. Our model uses the current MO high-yield MMA average and a Fed funds spread to project the likely rate trajectory for 2026–2027.
Money market account rates are variable and move in close correlation with the Federal Reserve’s federal funds rate target. Our 12-month forecast is derived from the current MO high-yield money market average of 3.312% APY and a Fed funds spread model calibrated to the historical relationship between policy rate changes and deposit rate adjustments at banks and credit unions.
Key assumptions: 1–2 Federal Reserve rate cuts of 25 basis points each over the next 12 months, based on current CME FedWatch consensus; money market institutions typically pass through 70–90% of rate cuts to deposit rates within 60–90 days. High-yield online money market rates tend to adjust faster than standard branch-based MMA rates, and jumbo-tier rates often adjust first.
Important notice: This forecast is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions. Rate forecasts carry significant uncertainty. The actual trajectory will depend on Federal Reserve decisions, economic conditions, and competitive dynamics among financial institutions in Missouri.
Money Market Account Earnings in Missouri
Annual interest earnings at current MO average APYs, based on the high-yield and standard money market averages tracked in our database. Balances reflect the higher minimums typical of money market accounts. Compounding assumed monthly.
| Balance | HY Money Market (3.312% APY) | Monthly Earnings | Standard MMA (0.705% APY) | Monthly Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $331.16 / year | $27.60 | $70.45 / year | $5.87 |
| $25,000 | $827.90 / year | $68.99 | $176.13 / year | $14.68 |
| $50,000 | $1,655.80 / year | $137.98 | $352.25 / year | $29.35 |
| $100,000 | $3,311.60 / year | $275.97 | $704.50 / year | $58.71 |
| Earnings estimates use daily compounding. Actual earnings depend on exact rate, compounding frequency, rate tier, and daily balance maintained. Rates are variable and subject to change. Source: Missouri money market rate averages as of August 29, 2026. | ||||
About Our Missouri Money Market Rate Database
MonitorBankRates tracks 44 money market rates from 21 banks and 23 credit unions offering money market deposit accounts to Missouri residents — including community institutions, regional banks, and national online options. 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 (1–5), 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: BluCurrent Credit Union offers a money market account at 5.00% APY. Use the rate table above to compare all current offers in Missouri.
How to Find the Best Money Market Rates in Missouri
What to compare when shopping for a money market account in Missouri
To find the best money market APYs in Missouri, start with credit unions and online-only banks — Missouri has 23 credit unions in our database, and they consistently offer some of the highest yields because they are member-owned nonprofits with lower overhead than traditional banks.
Always compare the APY (Annual Percentage Yield), not just the interest rate, and pay close attention to balance tiers — many money market accounts only pay their advertised top rate above a minimum balance of $1,000–$25,000, with lower rates (or monthly fees) below that threshold. The current MO high-yield money market average is 3.312% — but top local institutions are offering as high as 5.00%, so shopping around pays off.
Unlike a CD, money market rates are variable — your rate can change at any time with Federal Reserve policy. Also check check-writing and debit card limits: most MMAs allow a set number of withdrawals per month, and exceeding the limit can trigger fees. Review your account periodically to ensure your APY remains competitive.
When a Money Market Account Makes Sense
- Emergency fund with flexibility: You get savings-level yields plus limited check-writing and debit access. Missouri high-yield money market rates currently average 3.312% APY — far above a typical checking account.
- Larger balances ($10,000+): Many MMAs pay tiered rates that rise with your balance, so bigger deposits often earn more than they would in a standard savings account.
- Parking cash between investments: A high-yield money market account at Missouri institutions keeps idle cash working harder while remaining fully accessible.
- You prefer banking locally — 44 institutions in Missouri report money market rates to our database.
- No rate lock-in risk: Unlike a CD, your rate moves up with the market if rates rise further.
Consider an Alternative If…
- You want a locked-in, guaranteed return → Missouri CD rates
- You don’t need check writing and want a lower minimum → Missouri savings rates
- You need daily transaction access → Missouri checking rates
Missouri Financial Snapshot
Local demographics and economic context for savers — Source: U.S. Census Bureau
17.9% of residents are 65 or older, in line with the national average of 17.3%. At today’s MO high-yield money market average of 3.312%, saving 10% of the local median salary ($4,277/year) would earn an additional $142 annually in interest.
Data: U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Money Market Accounts vs. Other Missouri Options
How money market deposit accounts compare to other deposit products available at banks and credit unions in Missouri.
| Feature | Money Market | High-Yield Savings | Standard Savings | CD (12-Month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current MO Avg APY | 3.312% | View Savings Rates | 0.705%(Standard MMA) | View CD Rates |
| Rate Type | Variable | Variable | Variable | Fixed for term |
| FDIC / NCUA Insured | ✓ Up to $250K | ✓ Up to $250K | ✓ Up to $250K | ✓ Up to $250K |
| Withdraw Anytime | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ Penalty applies |
| Check Writing | ✓ Often yes | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Debit / ATM Card | ✓ Often yes | Some institutions | ✗ Rarely | ✗ No |
| Typical Min Deposit | $0 – $2,500 | $0 – $100 | $25 – $100 | $500 – $1,000 |
| Rate Risk | Rate may fall with Fed cuts | Rate may fall with Fed cuts | Rate may fall with Fed cuts | None — locked for term |
| Best For | Active savers wanting flexibility + check writing | Emergency fund, short-term goals, parking cash | Everyday saving, low-balance accounts | Locking in a rate for a defined period |
APY data reflects Missouri averages tracked in our database as of August 29, 2026. Rates are variable and may differ by institution. See individual product pages for full details.
Missouri Money Market Account Calculator
See how much a money market account can earn you. Enter your deposit, monthly contribution, and time frame — or click any current Missouri rate on the right to apply it instantly. Interest compounds monthly.
Assumes monthly compounding and a constant APY for the full period. Money market rates are variable and can change at any time, so actual earnings will differ. Estimates are for informational purposes only.
Money Market & Savings Calculators for Missouri
At MO’s top money market rate of 5.00% from BluCurrent Credit Union, a $10,000 deposit earns $500 annually. Enter your balance to see your exact return.
Savings Goal CalculatorA 3-month emergency fund for the median Missouri earner is roughly $10,700. At 3.312% APY in a money market account, saving $890/month gets you there in about 12 months. Set your target and see your exact timeline.
CD vs. Liquid Deposit AccountMissouri’s high-yield money market average is 3.312% APY — variable, always accessible, and often with check-writing. A local CD may offer a higher fixed yield in exchange for locking in your deposit. Compare both side-by-side to find the better fit for your timeline.
Budget CalculatorBefore you can grow your savings, you need to know how much you can set aside each month. The median Missouri earner makes $42,774/year. Track your income vs. expenses to find your monthly surplus — then put it to work at 3.312% APY.
Retirement PlannerA $25,000 money market balance earning 3.312% APY grows to roughly $47,965 over 20 years with compounding. See how your current savings trajectory lines up with your retirement income needs.
Methodology & Data Sources
Independent, Free, and Unbiased Rate Comparisons: MonitorBankRates.com is an independent rate comparison service. Our Missouri money market rate tables are free for consumers to use, and we do not receive payment from any financial institution to be included or to be ranked in any particular order. Listings are based solely on the rates each institution publicly advertises on its own website.
A Note on Third-Party Rate Tools: Some pages on our site also feature rate comparison widgets and tools provided by third-party partners. These tools may include sponsored listings or affiliate links, and we may receive compensation when users click through them. We clearly label these widgets so you can tell at a glance which rates come from our independent MonitorBankRates.com tables and which come from our advertising partners.
Direct-Sourced & Verified Money Market Rate Data: We aggregate money market deposit account rates for Missouri directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. Every money market rate displayed on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.
Local, Regional, and National Coverage: Our systems constantly monitor the market to provide a complete picture of available yields in Missouri. We feature a comprehensive mix of institutions from neighborhood credit unions and mid-sized regional banks to large national institutions available to savers in MO.
Daily Updates & Time-Stamped Accuracy: Our rate updaters verify and update money market rates daily. Because MMA yields can fluctuate rapidly based on market conditions, every product listed features its own specific “last updated” date, giving you complete transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions about Money Market Accounts in Missouri
What is a Money Market Account (MMA)?
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Best Money Market Rates in Missouri
- BluCurrent Credit Union
Premium Coverage Money Markets — 5.00% APY - First Bank Creve Coeur, MO
Money Market Account — 4.00% APY - North American Savings Bank (NASB)
High-Yield Money Market Promotion — 4.00% APY - Multipli Credit Union
Platinum Money Market — 3.96% APY - FCB Banks
Hometown Money Market (with Direct Deposit) — 3.85% APY
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