Best credit union CD rates in Arkansas
Arkansas Federal Credit Union has the highest APY in this tracked sample of 5 institutions: 4.50% APY for 12 months, verified October 22, 2026.
These institutions list Arkansas in their operating coverage. Regional quotes apply only to the displayed ZIP, not the entire state. Only credit unions are included; share certificates are the credit union equivalent of bank CDs, and membership requirements differ by institution. Nationwide credit unions appear alongside local ones. We show each institution's highest matching APY, rather than an exhaustive market ranking. All quotes were verified within the last seven days. Membership, new-money and relationship requirements may apply; confirm eligibility and terms with the institution.
| Institution | Term / product | Minimum | Who can open | APY | Verified / evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Federal Credit Union | 12 monthsCertificate Special · Promotional | $1,000 | Membership required · branches in AR | 4.50% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| BCU (Baxter Credit Union) | 15 monthsNew Money CD Specials - Regular · Promotional | Not stated | Membership required · branches in 15 states | 4.30% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| Barksdale Federal Credit Union | 12 monthsPlus Point Certificate · Special | $1,000 | Membership required · branches in AR, LA, TX | 4.25% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| United Federal Credit Union | 7 months7 Month Special Share Certificate · Relationship | $500 | Membership required · branches in 7 states | 4.10% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| PenFed Credit Union | 60 monthsMoney Market Certificate · Promotional | $1,000 | Nationwide · membership required | 3.50% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
Other Arkansas institutions we don't verify yet
These banks and credit unions serve Arkansas, but we do not publish their rates, so they are not ranked above. Check their current rates on their own websites.
- Bank OZK Bank · HQ Little Rock, AR We have not found a complete CD rate table on its website that we can verify daily. Checked October 22, 2026. Current rates on www.ozk.com
Compare with public benchmarks
The highest tracked quote is 4.50% APY for 12 months. The Treasury APY-equivalent for a similar term is 4.57% (2026-10-21). The FDIC national average for a similar term is 1.76% (2026-10-19). Benchmark terms may differ; Treasury interest is exempt from state income tax.
Common questions
Which institution has the highest tracked rate?
Arkansas Federal Credit Union has the highest APY in this tracked sample of 5 institutions: 4.50% APY for 12 months, verified October 22, 2026.
Who can open these CDs or share certificates?
Check the displayed minimum deposit and location. Credit union membership, new-money and relationship requirements may apply; confirm terms with the institution.
How current are these rates?
Every quote in this collection was verified within the last seven days. Source snapshots and verification dates appear in the table; rates may change before you open an account.
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