Rate checked November 8, 2026 (today)
CFG Bank checking account interest rate: 1.25% APY
CFG Bank's checking account pays 1.25% APY. That ranks 5th of the 35 banks we track for this account. The best is 2.75% at TAB Bank.
- APY
- 1.25%
- Last change
- None yet
- Tracked since Aug 4, 2026
- Last checked
- today
- Nov 8, 2026
- Minimum deposit
- $1,000
What it earns on $5,000
At 1.25%, $5,000 earns about $63 in a year.
The best rate earns about $138 on the same money. Choosing CFG Bank instead gives up about $75 a year.
The middle rate across 35 banks is 0.10%. CFG Bank lists a $1,000 minimum to open. Figures are one year of interest at today's rate, before taxes. Rates can change at any time.
Interest on checking is usually small. Monthly fees and overdraft fees often matter more than the rate, so read the bank's fee page too.
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CFG Bank checking account rate history
We have tracked this rate since August 4, 2026 and it has not changed.
| Date | APY | Change |
|---|---|---|
| August 4, 2026 | 1.25% | First tracked |
Banks that pay more
- TAB Bank2.75%
- Bank5 Connect2.00%
- Zynlo Bank2.00%
Other CFG Bank rates
Questions
What is CFG Bank's checking account rate?
CFG Bank pays 1.25% APY on its checking account, based on its own rate page when we last checked. That earns about $63 a year on $5,000.
Is CFG Bank's checking account rate good?
It is 5th of the 35 banks we track for this account. The best tracked rate is 2.75% at TAB Bank, and the middle rate is 0.10%. On $5,000, the best rate earns about $75 a year more.
Which banks pay more than CFG Bank?
TAB Bank (2.75%), Bank5 Connect (2.00%), Zynlo Bank (2.00%) pay more for this account. Rates change often, so check the bank's own page before you open one.
Should I pick a checking account for its interest rate?
Interest on checking is usually small. Monthly fees, overdraft fees and balance requirements often matter more, so read the bank's fee page before you decide.
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