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Popular Direct savings account rate: 3.90% APY
Popular Direct pays 3.90% on its savings account — ranking in the top quartile of the 103 banks SwitchWize tracks, where the best available rate is 4.28%. (Updated August 1, 2026.)
Is Popular Direct a good savings rate? Not really. At 3.90% it trails the 4.28% best available rate, leaving about $96 a year on the table on a $25,000 balance.
The gap, in your dollars
At 3.90%, $25,000 earns $975/yr here versus $1,071/yr at the field leader — a $96/yr difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Popular Direct's savings account interest rate?▾
Popular Direct pays 3.90% APY on its savings account as of August 1, 2026, based on rates SwitchWize tracks across 103 banks.
Is Popular Direct's savings rate good?▾
Popular Direct's 3.90% ranks in the top quartile of tracked banks. The best available rate is 4.28% and the FDIC national average is 0.38%.
Which banks pay more than Popular Direct?▾
Higher-paying tracked options include bread, first of america, lendingclub. Compare rates at /banks to find the best current option.
General information only. Rates change frequently; verify directly with the institution before making financial decisions. SwitchWize is not a bank and does not provide financial advice.