Best credit union CD rates in New Mexico
Del Norte Credit Union has the highest APY in this tracked sample of 8 institutions: 5.23% APY for 13 months, verified October 22, 2026.
These institutions list New Mexico 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Norte Credit Union | 13 monthsShare Certificate - $100,000+ Minimum Balance · Promotional | $100,000 | Membership required · branches in NM | 5.23% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| Kirtland Federal Credit Union | 18 months18-Month Limited-Time Share Certificate · Promotional | $500 | Membership required · branches in NM | 5.12% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| America First Credit Union | 60 monthsBump-rate Certificate Account · Standard | $500 | Membership required · branches in AZ, CA, ID, NM, NV, UT | 4.45% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| Navy Federal Credit Union | 12 monthsSpecial EasyStart Certificate · Promotional | $50 | Membership required · branches in 33 states | 4.35% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| Sandia Area Federal Credit Union | 48 monthsShare Certificate · Standard | $500 | Membership required · branches in NM | 4.20% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
| FirstLight Federal Credit Union | 24 monthsShare Certificate · Standard | $100,000 | Membership required · branches in NM, TX | 4.15% | 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 |
| First Financial Credit Union (New Mexico) | 12 monthsTerm Share/IRA Jumbo Certificates · Standard | $25,000 | Membership required · branches in NM | 3.40% | October 22, 2026 Source text |
Other New Mexico institutions we don't verify yet
These banks and credit unions serve New Mexico, but we do not publish their rates, so they are not ranked above. Check their current rates on their own websites.
- Sunflower Bank Bank · HQ Dallas, TX 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.sunflowerbank.com
Compare with public benchmarks
The highest tracked quote is 5.23% APY for 13 months. The Treasury APY-equivalent for a similar term is 4.60% (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?
Del Norte Credit Union has the highest APY in this tracked sample of 8 institutions: 5.23% APY for 13 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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