The national average checking account interest rate is 0.07% APY as of February 2026, per FDIC data. See how rates compare and where to find a better rate.
The best high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY -- for now. Grab one while you can in case rates slide further.
Learn about automatic savings plans, a system that automates deposits of fixed amounts into savings accounts at regular intervals, making saving easy and efficient.