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Open a new Elite Money Market Account and receive a competitive rate on qualifying balances. Rates vary by balance and location. Check your local rates below before opening an account.

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Rate is valid for new money market clients who open an Elite Money Market Account. Both new and existing accounts open for less than 30 days qualify with an account balance of at least $25,000.1

Elite money market account

Watch your savings grow.

Open a new Elite Money Market Account and receive a competitive rate on qualifying balances. Rates vary by balance and location. Check your local rates below before opening an account.

Start saving

Account benefits

Get more bang for your buck.

With our Elite Money Market Account, you’ll enjoy all the benefits of a traditional checking account, but with tiered interest rates that may pay more for higher balances than a standard savings account. Plus, you can access your funds at any time unlike with certificates of deposit (CDs) that require your money to be untouched for a set timeframe.

Additional benefits include:

Confidence and security

Get the added protection of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Your Elite Money Market Account at U.S. Bank is FDIC-insured to the maximum amount allowed by the FDIC. The standard insurance amount is $250,000 per depositor, for each deposit insurance ownership category.2

Easy access to funds

Tap into your account whenever you need it by using an ATM card, debit card or check, transferring money or accessing one of the largest ATM networks in America.

Award-winning digital tools

U.S.Bank was ranked #1 overall in mobile banking, including #1 for our mobile app.3 With the U.S.Bank Mobile App, you can manage cash easily, move money safely and save and spend wisely.

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Rates

Explore today’s competitive money market rates.

The Annual Percentage Yield (APY), which is the effective annual rate of return including the effect of compounding interest, and the money market interest rates listed below are effective as of for ZIP code .

These rates and APYs are valid on new Elite Money Market Accounts and existing accounts that have been open for less than 30 days. If you have an existing Elite Money Market Account that has been open for 30 days or more, log in and select products and offers to see your personalized rates.

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APY

The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is the current rate for new money market accounts that have been open for 30 days or less. Rates are subject to change at any time.

Interest rate

The interest rate is the amount of interest you earn on the money you keep in your money market account. The amount you earn is based on your daily balance. Interest is compounded daily and credited to your account monthly.

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Put your savings to work in three simple steps.

Opening an account typically takes less than five minutes.

Open an account.

Get started by answering a few quick questions about yourself. You can apply via our mobile app, online banking or in person at any of our 2,100 branches.

Fund your account.

Deposit up to $250,000 during the application process with a minimum opening deposit of $100.1 You can fund up to $250,000 with an internal or external transfer, or up to $250 with a debit or credit card.

Be sure to have your login credentials handy if you’re planning to transfer funds from an external account. Electronic deposits made after account opening may have deposit limits and could require multiple deposits to reach your desired balance.

Maximize your earnings.

Boost your savings with tiered interest rates that may pay more for higher balances.

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Account features

Take advantage of even more benefits.

Our Elite Money Market Account gives you the interest-earning power of a savings account, plus the features and benefits of a checking account, like:

No maintenance fees

Save on maintenance fees when you open a U.S.Bank Smartly® Checking account and enroll in the Smart Rewards® Primary tier or above or maintain a $10,000 minimum daily balance.4

Overdraft protection

Avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected shortage of funds by linking your account to a U.S.Bank Smartly® Checking account. See Your Deposit Account Agreement for a full list of options.

Mobile and online banking

Enjoy industry-leading, secure digital banking tools and services that allow you to bank how, when and where you want.

Custom account alerts

Get text or email reminders about transfers, low balances and other important account activity.5

E-statements

Access statements through mobile and online banking anytime, free of charge.

Extensive ATM network

Save on ATM transaction fees at U.S.Bank ATMs and gain access to one of the largest branch and ATM networks in America.6

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Get answers to common questions about money market accounts.

A money market account (also known as a money market deposit account or money market savings account) is a mix between a checking and savings account. It has features from both types of accounts, offering the debit card and check-writing privileges of a checking account with the interest-bearing nature of a savings account.

Open a money market accountto start growing your savings.

With a money market account, you earn interest on the money deposited into the account, just like how a savings account works. When opening the account, a minimum deposit is typically required, and a fee may be charged if the balance falls below a certain threshold.

Most money market accounts have a variable interest rate, that fluctuates over time as market conditions change. It’s also common for these accounts to have tiered rates, meaning higher balances are rewarded with a higher APY.

Yes. As with other deposit accounts, the FDIC insures money market accounts up to $250,000 per depositor, per insured bank, for each account ownership category.

Yes, money market accounts allow you to safely store your funds while earning interest. The money in the account is FDIC-insured for up to $250,000per depositor, per insured bank, for each account ownership category.

Money market accounts give you access to your money, whenever you need it, and a variable interest rate. CDs require you to leave your money untouched for an agreed upon time, known as the term length, and usually have a fixed rate.

Ready to grow your savings with a money market account? Get started by opening an account.

Fund your account up to $250,000 with an internal or external transfer, or up to $250 with a debit or credit card. You can deposit up to $250,000 during the application process with a minimum opening deposit of $100.1 Be sure your login credentials are easily accessible if you’re planning to transfer funds from an external account.

Electronic deposits made after account opening may have deposit limits and could require multiple deposits to reach your desired balance.

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  1. How to obtain the rate: This rate is valid on new accounts for clients who do not have an existing consumer money market account or for clients with an existing consumer money market account that has been open for less than 30 days. Get the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) as noted above by depositing at least $25,000 within 30 days of account opening. A minimum opening deposit of $100 is required to open.

    How to maintain the rate: By depositing at least $25,000 within 30 days of account opening and maintaining a minimum daily balance of at least $25,000 each day thereafter. If the account balance falls below $25,000 the standard interest rate plan will be applied. All rates and APYs are determined at the bank's discretion, are subject to change after the account is opened, and can change at any time. Fees will reduce your eligible balance, and deposits are needed to cover these fees to maintain the daily balance for this rate offer.

    The following standard interest rate plan balance tiers and APYs are accurate as of today's date: Under $10,000: .01%; $10,000 to $24,999.99: .01%; $25,000 to $49,999.99: .25%; $50,000 to $99,999.99: .25%; $100,000 to $499,999.99: .25%; $500,000 and above: .25%.

    Interest Information: You must maintain the minimum daily balance needed for each tier in order to earn the Annual Percentage Yield (APY) disclosed. Interest will be compounded daily and credited to your account monthly. We use the daily balance method to calculate interest on all deposit accounts. This method applies a daily periodic rate to the principal in the account each day. Interest on your check deposit begins to accrue on the business day we receive credit for this account. If you close your account before interest is credited you will not receive the accrued interest. Fees could reduce earnings on the account. Other restrictions may apply.

  2. FDIC insured to the maximum allowed by law.

  3. Digital financial services benchmarking firm KeynovaGroup ranked U.S.Bank #1 for mobile apps in its Q1 2023 Mobile Banker Scorecard.

  4. The daily balance is the balance at the end of each business day, equal to the beginning balance for that day plus the current business day credits, minus the current business day debits. Business days are Monday through Friday; federal holidays are not included.

  5. Text messaging fees – For text alerts, standard messaging charges apply through your mobile carrier and message frequency depends on account settings. Check with your carrier for specific fees and charges.Please be advised that the alerts may not be sent immediately.

  6. ATM Transaction Fee. U.S.Bank will assess this fee for each ATM Transaction conducted at the Non-U.S.Bank ATM. Non-U.S.Bank ATMs are defined as any ATM that does not display the U.S.Bank logo in any manner, physically on the ATM or digitally on the screen.

    ATM Surcharge: Non-U.S. Bank ATM owners may apply a surcharge fee on ATM transactions at their ATMs. U.S. Bank participates in MoneyPass®, an ATM surcharge free network. To find MoneyPass ATM locations, select “visit the MoneyPass locator” at the bottom of our ATM locator search results to be taken to the MoneyPass website. If you use an ATM that uses the MoneyPass® Network and are charged a surcharge fee, please contact us at 800-USBANKS (872-2657) for a refund of the surcharge fee.

    Please refer to the Consumer Pricing Information(PDF) disclosure section titled Miscellaneous Checking, Savings or Money Market Fees for a summary of ATM transaction fees.

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FAQs

Is the U.S. Bank Elite money market account good? ›

U.S. Bank Elite Money Market Account is right for you if:

The APY is competitive when you can meet the minimum balance requirement, and the same balance will qualify you to have the monthly fee waived. Plus, U.S. Bank has many branches and a large ATM network.

What is the elite money market? ›

With our Elite Money Market Account, you'll enjoy all the benefits of a traditional checking account, but with tiered interest rates that may pay more for higher balances than a standard savings account.

Which U.S. Bank gives 7% interest on savings accounts? ›

As of May 2024, no banks are offering 7% interest rates on savings accounts. Two credit unions have high-interest checking accounts: Landmark Credit Union Premium Checking with 7.50% APY and OnPath Credit Union High Yield Checking with 7.00% APY.

How much will $10,000 make in a money market account? ›

Currently, money market funds pay between 4.47% and 4.87% in interest. With that, you can earn between $447 to $487 in interest on $10,000 each year. Certificates of deposit (CDs). CDs are offered by financial institutions for set periods of time.

What are 3 cons of a money market account? ›

Disadvantages of money market accounts
  • Limited transactions. Some accounts limit certain transfers and withdrawals (known as convenient transactions) to six per month, so this isn't the best account for regular banking. ...
  • Deposit and balance requirements. ...
  • Fees. ...
  • High interest rates. ...
  • Flexible access. ...
  • Federal insurance.
Mar 18, 2024

Where can I get 5% interest on my savings account? ›

Nationally Available High Interest Account Rates from Our Partners
Account NameAPY (Annual Percentage Yield) Accurate as of 5/7/2024Minimum Account Opening Balance
UFB Secure Savings5.25%$0
CIT Bank Platinum Savings5.00% (with $5,000 minimum balance)$100
Wealthfront Cash Account5.00%$1
Barclays Online Savings Account4.35%$0
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Apr 23, 2024

Can a money market account lose money? ›

While MMAs are generally considered very low risk, you can lose money in these accounts under some circ*mstances. One way to lose money in a money market account is to incur more fees than the account earns in interest income.

What's the catch with a money market account? ›

Money market accounts tend to pay you higher interest rates than other types of savings accounts. On the other hand, money market accounts usually limit the number of transactions you can make by check, debit card, or electronic transfer.

What is the highest paying money market account right now? ›

Best Money Market Account Rates
  • Brilliant Bank – 5.35% APY.
  • UFB Direct – 5.25% APY.
  • Republic Bank of Chicago – 5.21% APY.
  • Merchants Bank of Indiana – 5.00% APY.
  • BluPeak Credit Union – 5.00% APY*
  • Quontic Bank – 5.00% APY.
  • Northern Bank Direct – 4.95% APY.
  • All America Bank – 4.90% APY.

How can I earn 7% interest on my money? ›

Banks that offer 7% interest on savings accounts
  1. Landmark Credit Union Premium Checking (7.50% APY) ...
  2. Digital Credit Union Primary Savings (6.17% APY) ...
  3. Popular Direct High-Yield Savings (5.20% APY) ...
  4. TAB Bank High Yield Savings (5.27% APY) ...
  5. High-yield savings accounts. ...
  6. Certificates of deposit (CDs) ...
  7. Money market accounts (MMAs)
Mar 8, 2024

Where can I get 8% interest on my savings? ›

Competition among financial firms for a slice of the nation's savings is intensifying, with Nationwide launching an account paying a “market-leading” 8% interest. A string of Bank of England interest rate rises since late 2021 have pushed up savings rates across the board.

Can you get 7% on a CD? ›

Can You Get a 7% CD Account? There was a lot of excitement in August 2023 about a few credit unions offering 7% APYs on certificates. But those rates were offered for a limited time only and are no longer available. However, the nation's best CD rates are still well above 5%, with some pushing toward 6%.

How much cash should you keep in money market account? ›

Some money market accounts come with minimum account balances to be able to earn the higher rate of interest. Six to 12 months of living expenses are typically recommended for the amount of money that should be kept in cash in these types of accounts for unforeseen emergencies and life events.

How much will $50,000 make in a money market account? ›

Money Market Account

Banks and credit unions offer money market accounts currently paying about 2%, which would produce $1,000 in interest on $50,000 over a year. Find the best current rates using SmartAsset's online money market account comparison tool.

How much does a $100,000 CD make in a year? ›

How much you earn on a $100,000 CD varies, depending on the APY. For example, if your CD has a 5% APY, you'd earn $5,000 after one year.

What bank has the best money market account? ›

Best Money Market Account Rates
  • Redneck Bank – 4.90% APY.
  • First Foundation Bank – 4.90% APY.
  • Sallie Mae Bank – 4.65% APY.
  • Prime Alliance Bank – 4.50% APY.
  • Presidential Bank – 4.37% APY.
  • EverBank – 4.30% APY.
  • BankUnited – 4.25% APY.
  • U.S. Bank – 4.25% APY.

Are US money market funds safe? ›

How safe are money market funds? There is little risk associated with money market funds. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) mandates that only the highest-credit-rated securities are available in money market funds.

Is it worth putting money in a money market account? ›

Because you earn higher interest rates than with a traditional savings account, a money market account can be a great choice to set aside some emergency cash or start building your savings. And unlike a traditional savings account, you have more options for withdrawing your money when you want it.

Where can I get 6% interest on my money? ›

These 6% Checking Accounts Are Available Nationwide
  • Pelican State Credit Union - 6.05% APY on balances up to $10,000. ...
  • Credit Union of New Jersey - 6.00% APY on balances up to $25,000. ...
  • Fitness Bank - 6.00% APY on balances up to $25,000. ...
  • Orion Federal Credit Union - 6.00% APY on balances up to $10,000.
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