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6-month CD rates in Washington, DC

By Mitch Strohm · Bankrate.com
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Posted: 12 pm ET

Don't let low CD rates in Washington, DC, get you down. While the average CD rates are unattractive across the board, many large national banks are still offering yields better than the national average. As a low-risk investment, a 6-month CD is a great choice for the careful investor in Washington. DC.

Yields are low throughout the country, making it vital to shop around thoroughly for CD rates in Washington, DC. Certificate of deposit yields can change with without any warning, so search around for rates across the nation before settling. Bankrate.com can help you locate the best CD rates in your area of the District of Columbia.

CD rates in Washington, DC

Here are the 6-month CD rates as of 2 p.m. Friday in Washington, DC.

Institution APY Min Deposit
Ally 1.05% $0
American Bank 0.90% $2,000
Acacia Federal Savings Bank 0.75% $500
Presidential Bank, FSB 0.75% $1,000
Columbo Bank 0.50% $1,000
OBA Federal Savings Bank 0.35% $1,000
SunTrust Bank 0.10% $1,000
Wachovia Bank 0.10% $1,000
Bank of America 0.05% $1,000
BB&T 0.05% $1,000

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