Since we all use our checking accounts differently, we've broken down our checking study data into three consumer profiles:

Transactors: Maintain a $1,500 balance, make 25 transactions a month and pay one NSF fee a year.

Savers: Maintain a $1,500 balance, make 12 transactions a month and pay no NSF fees.

Typicals: Maintain a $1,500 balance and make 12 transactions a month and pay one NSF fee a year.

On the next page, select your area and the checking category and hit 'Go,' then click on the profile that best fits your checking activity to find the best account for you. You can also use the search to find the best ATM and debit card deals in your area.