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Florida Savings Rate Trends

Sarasota, Florida (FL) Savings Rates - March 2026

The best savings rates for Sarasota, Florida and the surrounding area include Everence Federal Credit UnionEverence Federal Credit Union3407 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.68% Youth savings at 5.00% APY, Midflorida Credit UnionMidflorida Credit Union544 S Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.45% Share Savings Account at 5.00% APY, BayFirst National BankBayFirst National Bank2033 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34237A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.71% Cash Kids Club Savings at 4.94% APY, Suncoast Credit UnionSuncoast Credit Union4402 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233 2502A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.47% High Yield Savings Account at 4.50% APY, and PNC BankPNC Bank1549 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.83% PNC High Yield SavingsĀ® at 3.25% APY. Savings rates as of March 26, 2026 according to verified data from MonitorBankRates.

To see how these savings rates in Sarasota, Florida, and the surrounding area, compare, use our comprehensive tables below for side-by-side comparisons to find the best savings rates available. Rates in Sarasota, Florida (FL) are continually updated — we recommend checking back frequently.

Savings rates reflect recent market quotes and representative offers available to depositors in Sarasota, Florida and the surrounding area. Last Updated and Verified: March 26, 2026

Compare the Best Savings Rates in Sarasota, Florida & Surrounding Communities

Source: Verified Savings Rate Data provided by MonitorBankRates
Institution
Product
APY
Min Deposit
Profile
Everence Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.68%
3407 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239
Youth savings
5.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

Midflorida Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.45%
544 S Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Share Savings Account
5.00%
$0
Rate4.89%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $10,000.00

BayFirst National Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.71%
2033 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34237
Cash Kids Club Savings
4.94%
$10
Rate4.82%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00

Suncoast Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.47%
4402 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233 2502
High Yield Savings Account
4.50%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $500.00; High yield checking required.

PNC Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.83%
1549 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
PNC High Yield SavingsĀ®
3.25%
$0
Rate3.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 21, 2026
Details

Midflorida Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.45%
544 S Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
High Yield Savings
3.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.47%
1790 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Kids Club Savings
3.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000

Everence Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.68%
3407 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239
Jubilee savings
3.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

Stearns Bank National Association
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.04%
22 S Links Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Above the Norm Personal Market Savings
2.99%
$500,000
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$500,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Grow your money

Everence Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 8.68%
3407 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239
Relationship savings
2.75%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

Qualifications Required: personal checking account; debit card; Qualifying balance up to $5,000.00

Hancock Whitney Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.59%
1626 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Freestyle Savings Account
2.75%
$0
Rate2.72%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Hancock Whitney Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.59%
1626 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Freestyle Savings Account
2.50%
$0
Rate2.47%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

BankUnited
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 15.40%
1575 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239
High Yield Savings
2.25%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 25, 2026
Details

Hancock Whitney Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.59%
1626 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Freestyle Savings Account
2.25%
$0
Rate2.23%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

BankUnited
Institution Rating:
A-5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 15.40%
1575 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239
High Yield Savings Account
2.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 25, 2026
Details

Stearns Bank National Association
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.04%
22 S Links Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Above the Norm Personal Market Savings
1.97%
$100,000
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$100,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Grow your money

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Premium Savings Account
1.50%
$0
Rate1.49%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

BayFirst National Bank
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.71%
2033 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34237
Statement Savings
1.29%
$50
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$50
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Premium Savings Account
1.20%
$0
Rate1.19%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

LMCU Lake Michigan Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 2.47%
1790 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Health Savings Account
1.00%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.95%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.91%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Premium Savings Account
0.90%
$0
Rate0.90%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

Stearns Bank National Association
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 10.04%
22 S Links Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Above the Norm Personal Market Savings
0.85%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 15, 2026
Details

Grow your money; Qualifying balance up to $99,999.99

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.80%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Premium Savings Account
0.75%
$0
Rate0.75%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
TotalView Money Market Savings
0.75%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.74%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
TotalView Money Market Savings
0.60%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Non-Profit High Yield Savings
0.60%
$0
Rate0.60%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
TotalView Money Market Savings
0.50%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Non-Profit High Yield Savings
0.40%
$0
Rate0.40%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.35%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
IRA Savings
0.30%
$0
Rate0.30%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.30%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
Traditional Savings
0.25%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

ValleyDirect
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.76%
1680 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Kids First Savings
0.25%
$1
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$1
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

No minimum balance; Available for minors under 18

Florida Central Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 4.30%
3451 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232
IRA Savings
0.21%
$0
Rate0.21%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Non-Profit High Yield Savings
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
IRA Savings
0.20%
$0
Rate0.20%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Health Savings Account (HSA)
0.18%
$0
Rate0.18%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Business High Yield Savings
0.15%
$0
Rate0.15%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Regular shares
0.15%
$0
Rate0.15%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
Money Market Savings
0.15%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.15%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

First Horizon
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 5.08%
8482 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
Money Market Savings
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Details

ValleyDirect
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.76%
1680 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34236
Tiered Money Market Savings
0.10%
$2,000
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$2,000
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

No maintenance charge for average daily balances of $10,000 or more

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Business High Yield Savings
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
IRA Savings
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

Achieva Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.90%
3000 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Performance Savings
0.10%
$0
Rate0.10%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Details

1st Street Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.51%
1558 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236 8502
PRIME SHARE
0.10%
$25
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$25
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

1st Street Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.51%
1558 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236 8502
SPECIAL SHARES
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

1st Street Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.51%
1558 1st St, Sarasota, FL 34236 8502
TRADITION IRA SHARE
0.10%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 16, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.07%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

TrustCo Bank
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 3.16%
2704 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
Home Town Savings
0.06%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 22, 2026
Details

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
4048 Jenkins Pl, Sarasota, FL 34238
Interest Savings - Tier 3
0.05%
$10
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 21, 2026
Details

Minimum to Open: $10

Third Federal Savings and Loan
Institution Rating:
A+5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 1.96%
4048 Jenkins Pl, Sarasota, FL 34238
Interest Savings - Tier 2
0.05%
$10
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$10
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 21, 2026
Details

Minimum to Open: $10

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Business High Yield Savings
0.05%
$0
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Business Share
0.05%
$0
Rate0.05%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

GTE Federal Credit Union
Institution Rating:
A5.0 ★Texas Ratio: 6.42%
3510 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Health Savings Account
0.05%
$0
Rate0.00%
Min Deposit$0
Min Balance
UpdatedMar 20, 2026
Details

Qualifying balance up to $1,000.00

The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) displayed are based on the highest APY offered for the specified deposit amount or less. Rates may change without prior notice.

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Sarasota, FL Savings Rate Trends

Compare local Sarasota, FL savings rate quotes against the statewide average

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

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High-Yield Savings — FL Avg
0.652%
▼ 3.729 from last week

Florida high-yield savings rates fell 3.729 points this week to 0.652% APY, down from 4.382% last week.

Standard Savings — FL Avg
0.777%
▼ 0.663 from last week

Florida standard savings rates fell 0.663 points this week to 0.777% APY, down from 1.440% last week.

As of Mar 26, 2026 • Rate data sourced from 8,500+ monitored institutions Powered by MonitorBankRates

Methodology & Data Sources

Direct-Sourced & Verified Savings Rate Data: We aggregate savings account rates for Sarasota, Florida directly from the official websites of banks and credit unions using our proprietary rate aggregation technology and a dedicated team of rate updaters. Every savings rate displayed on MonitorBankRates.com is highly accurate and trustworthy.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Savings Accounts in Sarasota, Florida

What is a High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA)?

A High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA) typically pays significantly higher interest than standard accounts at national brick-and-mortar banks. These accounts, often found at online banks or local credit unions in Florida, help your money grow faster through a higher APY.

Are savings accounts in Sarasota, Florida safe?

Yes, as long as the institution is FDIC insured (for banks) or NCUA insured (for credit unions). This provides federal protection for your deposits in Florida up to $250,000 per depositor, per institution.

How often do savings rates change in Sarasota, Florida?

Savings rates are variable and can change at any time based on market conditions and Federal Reserve decisions. We update our local Florida rate tables daily to ensure you see the most current high-yield options.

Do I need a minimum deposit to open a savings account?

It depends on the bank. Many online high-yield savings accounts have no minimum deposit requirement, while some traditional banks in Sarasota, Florida may require $25–$100 to open an account.

What is the difference between a Savings Account and a Money Market Account?

Both pay interest and are federally insured. Money Market Accounts (MMAs) often come with check-writing privileges or a debit card, making them more flexible, whereas standard savings accounts typically do not.

Are online banks better than local banks in Sarasota, Florida?

Online banks often offer higher APYs because they have lower overhead costs. However, local banks in Sarasota, Florida offer in-person customer service, which some customers prefer.

How do I open a savings account in Sarasota, Florida?

You can open a savings account online or in-person. You will generally need a government-issued ID, your Social Security number, and an initial deposit to get started.

Best Savings Rates in Sarasota, Florida

Here are recent savings rates observed in Sarasota, Florida and the surrounding area:
  • Everence Federal Credit Union
    Youth savings — 5.00% APY
  • Midflorida Credit Union
    Share Savings Account — 5.00% APY
  • BayFirst National Bank
    Cash Kids Club Savings — 4.94% APY
  • Suncoast Credit Union
    High Yield Savings Account — 4.50% APY
  • PNC Bank
    PNC High Yield SavingsĀ® — 3.25% APY
Savings Rates reflect actual verified offers from banks and credit unions actively accepting deposits in Sarasota, Florida. Your final available rate may depend on deposit amount and daily market movements. Last Updated and Verified: March 26, 2026