LAFCU CD & Share Certificate Rates — October 2026
As of October 22, 2026, LAFCU's highest tracked CD (share certificate) rate is 3.35% APY on a 12-month CD ($10,000 minimum). That is 1.9 times the FDIC national average for 12-month CDs (1.76%). Standard CD rates range from 2.95% to 3.35% APY.
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LAFCU CD & share certificate rates
Membership required. CD rates from 3 to 60 months in the two rate sets published on the source; see the source for which applies. Early withdrawal penalties may apply.
| Term | Product | APY | vs. Treasury | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 3.10% | −1.19% | Top 38% of tracked 3-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 6 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 3.20% | −1.20% | Top 59% of tracked 6-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 12 months | Jumbo Term Share Certificate | $10,000 | 3.35% | −1.22% | Top 63% of tracked 12-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 12 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50same APY in 2 balance tiers | 3.25% | −1.32% | Top 66% of tracked 12-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 24 months | MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate | $10,000same APY in 2 balance tiers | 3.10% | −1.77% | Top 62% of tracked 24-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 24 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 3.00% | −1.87% | Top 65% of tracked 24-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 36 months | MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate | $10,000same APY in 2 balance tiers | 3.05% | −1.90% | Top 57% of tracked 36-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 36 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 2.95% | −2.00% | Top 64% of tracked 36-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 48 months | MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate | $10,000same APY in 2 balance tiers | 3.05% | −1.93% | Top 51% of tracked 48-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 48 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 2.95% | −2.03% | Top 59% of tracked 48-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 60 months | MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate | $10,000same APY in 2 balance tiers | 3.05% | −1.96% | Top 55% of tracked 60-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 60 months | Regular Term Share Certificate | $50 | 2.95% | −2.06% | Top 64% of tracked 60-month CDs · Verified October 22, 2026 |
APY = annual percentage yield. "vs. Treasury" compares each APY with the Treasury yield for the same term on 2026-10-21 (converted to APY). Treasury interest is exempt from state income tax; see the T-bill vs. CD calculator.
What are LAFCU's best CD rates by term?
LAFCU's best rate is 3.35% APY on 12 months, verified October 22, 2026.
- 3 mo3.10%
- 6 mo3.20%
- 12 mo3.35%
- 24 mo3.10%
- 36 mo3.05%
- 48 mo3.05%
- 60 mo3.05%
How much interest could a LAFCU CD earn?
Estimated interest at maturity for the displayed institution quotes, before tax or early withdrawal penalties. Each estimate assumes the quoted APY applies to that balance and interest stays deposited. Estimates use known deposit tiers. Upper balance limits and membership, relationship or new-money requirements must be confirmed with the institution; these are conditional estimates, not personalized offers.
$335.00 interest · $10,335.00 at maturity on $10,000.00.
3.35% APY · 12 months · Jumbo Term Share Certificate · Standard · verified October 22, 2026.
Before tax; interest remains deposited. Confirm all product conditions. Estimate one-year purchasing power.
| Term | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months | $38.203.10% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $76.403.10% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $191.013.10% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $382.023.10% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard |
| 6 months | $79.593.20% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $159.183.20% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $397.953.20% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $795.893.20% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard |
| 12 months | $162.503.25% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $335.003.35% APY · Jumbo Term Share Certificate · Standard | $837.503.35% APY · Jumbo Term Share Certificate · Standard | $1,675.003.35% APY · Jumbo Term Share Certificate · Standard |
| 24 months | $304.503.00% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $629.613.10% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $1,574.023.10% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $3,148.053.10% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard |
| 36 months | $455.682.95% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $943.193.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $2,357.983.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $4,715.963.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard |
| 48 months | $616.622.95% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $1,276.963.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $3,192.403.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $6,384.793.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard |
| 60 months | $782.322.95% APY · Regular Term Share Certificate · Standard | $1,620.913.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $4,052.263.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard | $8,104.533.05% APY · MOOve Rate Jumbo Certificate · Standard |
How LAFCU compares
Compare the displayed terms, minimums and quote locations. Membership, relationship and new-money conditions may apply. Institution quotes below use the exact 365-day term. Regional peers quote a shared operating state; nationwide best is limited to our tracked sample.
This quote ranks 235 of 369 tracked institutions with fresh 365-day quotes (ties share a rank). Each other institution contributes its highest APY for that exact term; minimums and eligibility can differ.
| Institution / benchmark | Term | Minimum | Who can open | APY | Verified / source date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAFCU (this institution)Jumbo Term Share Certificate · Standard | 12 months | $10,000 | Membership required · branches in MI | 3.35% | October 22, 2026 |
| Popular DirectCD · Standard | 12 months | $10,000 | Available nationwide | 4.60% | October 22, 2026 |
| E*TRADE (Morgan Stanley Private Bank)Bank CD · Promotional | 12 months | Not stated | Available nationwide | 4.55% | October 22, 2026 |
| BarclaysOnline CD · Standard | 12 months | Not stated | Available nationwide | 4.50% | October 22, 2026 |
| Truliant Federal Credit Union (highest tracked APY for this term)Limited-Time 12 Month Term (new external funds required) · Promotional | 12 months | $5,000 | Membership required · branches in NC, SC, VA | 5.00% | October 22, 2026 |
| Treasury (APY-equivalent) | 12 months (term-matched estimate) | Depends on purchase method | Federal; interest exempt from state income tax | 4.57% | 2026-10-21 |
Rate changes
See changes across all tracked institutions
No changes since we started tracking LAFCU on October 22, 2026.
About LAFCU
- Legal name
- Lafcu Credit Union
- Regulator ID
- NCUA 68632
- Headquarters
- Lansing, MI
- Available in
- MI
- Total assets
- $1.1 billion
- Also known as
- Lansing Area Federal Credit Union
- Website
- www.lafcu.com
Source: rates read from https://www.lafcu.com/cds. See the page text we read.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest CD rate at LAFCU?
Among the rates we track, 3.35% APY on a 12-month CD, as of October 22, 2026.
What is the minimum deposit for a LAFCU CD?
The lowest minimum we found is $50; jumbo and higher balance tiers start at up to $10,000.
How does LAFCU's best CD rate compare with Treasury yields?
3.35% APY is −1.22% versus the 12-month Treasury yield of 4.57% (APY-equivalent) on 2026-10-21. Treasury interest is also exempt from state income tax.
Is 3.35% a good CD rate?
It is 1.9 times the FDIC national average for a similar term (1.76% as of 2026-10-19), which is a deposit-weighted average across all U.S. banks and credit unions. Online banks and promotional CDs often pay several times the national average.
Are LAFCU CDs insured?
LAFCU is a federally insured credit union (NCUA 68632). Share certificates are insured by the NCUA up to $250,000 per member, per ownership category.
What is a share certificate at LAFCU?
A share certificate is the credit union equivalent of a bank CD: a term deposit that pays a stated yield when its conditions are met. Membership requirements, minimum deposits and early withdrawal terms depend on the credit union and product.
How often is this page updated?
We check LAFCU's rate page every day. The rates above were last verified on October 22, 2026.
More credit union certificate rates
Rates are copied from LAFCU's website and may change at any time. Confirm terms, minimums and eligibility with LAFCU before opening an account. This page is not financial advice.