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Salem Five Direct savings account rate: 3.66% APY

Salem Five Direct pays 3.66% on its savings account — ranking in the upper half of the 63 banks SwitchWize tracks, where the best available rate is 4.32%. (Updated October 31, 2026.)

Is Salem Five Direct a good savings rate? Not really. At 3.66% it trails the 4.32% best available rate, leaving about $164 a year on the table on a $25,000 balance.

The gap, in your dollars

At 3.66%, $25,000 earns $915/yr here versus $1,079/yr at the field leader — a $164/yr difference.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Salem Five Direct's savings account interest rate?▾

Salem Five Direct pays 3.66% APY on its savings account as of October 31, 2026, based on rates SwitchWize tracks across 63 banks.

Is Salem Five Direct's savings rate good?▾

Salem Five Direct's 3.66% ranks in the upper half of tracked banks. The best available rate is 4.32% and the FDIC national average is 0.38%.

Which banks pay more than Salem Five Direct?▾

Higher-paying tracked options include axos, briodirect, etrade. 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.