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USAA CD rates: 2.00% APY best term
USAA’s best tracked CD pays 2.00% across 7 terms — ranking in the bottom quartile of the 70 banks SwitchWize tracks CD rates for, where the best available rate is 4.47%. (Updated August 27, 2026.)
USAA CD rates by term
| Term | APY |
|---|---|
| 3 months | 1.50% |
| 6 months | 2.00%Best |
| 1 year | 1.80% |
| 18 months | 1.65% |
| 2 years | 1.40% |
| 3 years | 1.30% |
| 5 years | 1.25% |
Is USAA a good CD rate? Not really. At 2.00% its best CD trails the 4.47% best available tracked rate, leaving about $617 a year on the table on a $25,000 deposit.
The gap, in your dollars
At 2.00%, $25,000 earns $500/yr here versus $1,117/yr at the field leader — a $617/yr difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What is USAA's best CD rate?▾
USAA's best tracked CD rate is 2.00% APY as of August 27, 2026, across 7 terms SwitchWize tracks for this bank.
Is USAA's CD rate good?▾
USAA's best CD rate ranks in the bottom quartile of tracked banks. The best available tracked rate is 4.47% and the FDIC national savings average is 0.38%.
Which banks pay more than USAA on CDs?▾
Higher-paying tracked options include becu, emigrant direct, cit bank. Compare rates at /cds 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.