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Barclays savings account interest rates

Updated September 26, 2024
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London-based Barclays offers a limited selection of online banking products in the U.S., including a savings account. The rate on the bank’s Online Savings account is competitive and there is no minimum balance required to open the account or earn the annual percentage yield (APY).

Although Barclays’ savings account pays a competitive APY, keen shoppers can find even higher savings interest rates elsewhere.

Bankrate’s review of Barclays provides insights into how the bank scores on product offerings, including its savings account.

Barclays savings account interest rate

The online bank offers only one savings account, with the same high yield regardless of balance.

Account name APY Minimum deposit
Online Savings account 4.20% No minimum deposit

Note: The annual percentage yield (APY) shown was last updated on Sept. 24, 2024 and may vary by region.

Rate history for Barclays' savings account

See how rates for this account have changed over time. Interact with the trend lines to view APY by date.

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How Barclays savings account compares with top-yielding banks

Barclays offers a competitive rate on its Online Savings account and minimal fees. There is no monthly maintenance fee and the nonsufficient funds (NSF) fee is a low $5.

If you’re looking for the highest savings yields on the market, compare the rates on Bankrate’s list of the best savings accounts.

Other savings options at Barclays

If you want to lock up your money for a set amount of time with a fixed rate, then Barclays’ CDs are worth considering. The bank offers a variety of terms ranging up to five years, providing flexibility for those looking to build a CD ladder.

Matthew Goldberg Arrow Right Icon Senior Consumer Banking Reporter
Matthew Goldberg is a consumer banking reporter at Bankrate where he uses his more than 13 years of financial services experience to help inform readers about their important personal finance decisions.