Certificates of Deposit (CD) Account
Grow your money faster and safely with a Certificate of Deposit (CD). We'll help your money to work harder for you with an above average interest rate and a wide range of terms to choose from. Get started with just $1,000 ($500 for minors).1
6-11 Months CD Special
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19 Month CD Special
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WaFd CD Savings Calculator
Use the Savings Calculator to see out how much interest is earned on a certificate of deposit (CD). Enter your information below to compare CD and basic savings account rates.
Interest earned by Month :
CD Earnings: $0.00
Savings Account Earnings (0.1%): $0.00
Total Interest Earned: -$1,000.00
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- APY is Annual Percentage Yield. The above APY is offered at this time and subject to change. Actual earnings may vary.
- A penalty may be imposed for withdrawals before maturity.
- This calculator is for educational purposes only, and may not represent WaFd Bank's program requirements.
- APY is Annual Percentage Yield. The above APY is offered at this time and subject to change. Actual earnings may vary.
- A penalty may be imposed for withdrawals before maturity.
- This calculator is for educational purposes only, and may not represent WaFd Bank's program requirements.

Earn More and Keep Access with an Indexed Money Market
Get a higher interest rate than a savings without locking away your savings in a CD. The interest rate on this account is a variable rate, tied to the Federal Funds rate. This offers you a better rate while giving liquidity when you need it.
Learn MoreFixed Rate Certificates of Deposit
Choice of Terms | $1,000 + Interest Rate/APY % | $90,000 + Interest Rate/APY % | Renewal Term |
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14 Days - 2 Months | N/A | 0.10/0.10 | 14 Days - 2 Months |
3 Months | 0.05/0.05 | 0.10/0.10 | 3 Months |
4 - 5 Months | 0.15/0.15 | 0.20/0.20 | 4 - 5 Months |
6 - 11 Months | See CD Specials for rates. | 6 - 11 Months | |
12 - 17 Months | 0.20/0.20 | 0.25/0.25 | 12 - 17 Months |
18 - 23 Months | 0.20/0.20 | 0.25/0.25 | 18 - 23 Months |
24 - 35 Months | 0.20/0.20 | 0.25/0.25 | 24 - 35 Months |
36 - 47 Months | 0.20/0.20 | 0.25/0.25 | 36 - 47 Months |
48 - 59 Months | 0.25/0.25 | 0.30/0.30 | 48 - 59 Months |
60 Months | 0.30/0.30 | 0.35/0.35 | 60 Months |
Frequently Asked Questions
114 day CDs earn interest starting at $90,000. All other CD terms earn interest at $1,000 ($500 for minors). WaFd Bank does not pull your credit when opening a new CD. OFAC and ChexSystems® are reviewed. WaFd Bank will not run your credit for this application.
2WaFd Bank checking account holders are eligible for a higher interest rate and annual percentage yield. Minimum to earn interest is $1,000 ($500 for minors).
For account opening WaFd Bank does not pull your credit from one of the three main credit bureaus. We will review OFAC and ChexSystems®.
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Best Big Bank in Washington, Idaho, New Mexico
Awarded America's Best-in-State Bank
Best-in-State Bank in Washington, Nevada, New Mexico