Standout CD rates

CDs are an excellent way to earn money for doing virtually nothing. They often pay more in interest than your average savings account — sometimes as much as 40 times more. And thankfully, it only takes minutes to find the best one for you. Check out the offers, some of which are from our partners, and start earning more interest today.

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Bank	Terms	APY	CTA
NerdWallet rating View Details	1 year $500 minimum balance	APY 2.15%	Learn more At Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Member, FDIC

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NerdWallet rating View Details	1 year $5000 minimum balance	APY 2.10%	Learn more At Citizens Access, Member, FDIC

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NerdWallet rating View Details	1 year $0 minimum balance	APY 2.00%	Learn more At Barclays, Member, FDIC

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Why online banks dominate the list

The most important factor for virtually every CD-shopper is the APY. And, as it happens, online banks are the ones offering highly-competitive APYs and rock-bottom maintenance fees.

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