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Provident Credit Union CD Rates
Provident Credit Union’s best CD rate is 4.00% APY on a 2-year share certificate (CD). Terms run from 3 months to 5 years. Rates checked October 17, 2026.
How Provident Credit Union’s CD rates compare
Compared with banks and credit unions near San Francisco, CA, where Provident Credit Union has the most branches. $10,000, best rate first.
This credit union’s best
Provident Credit Union
3.90%APY
- Term
- 24 months
- Requires
- None
- Minimum
- $1,000
- Earns on $10,000
- $795
Fixed Rate Certificate
Top rate
Stanford Federal Credit Union
4.75%APY
- Term
- 60 months
- Requires
- Another account
- Minimum
- $100
- Earns on $10,000
- $2,612
2nd-highest rate
HSBC USA
4.60%APY
- Term
- 24 months
- Requires
- Another account
- Minimum
- $1,000
- Earns on $10,000
- $941
Provident Credit Union CD score
82
CD score
Higher than 60% of U.S. banks and credit unions
- 3–8 months3–8 mo3.75%
- 9–15 months9–15 mo3.30%
- 16–30 months16–30 mo3.90%
- 31–60 months31–60 mo3.35%
- QualifiedQualified3.90%
Each track runs from the lowest to the highest rate among U.S. banks and credit unions; the dot is this rate.Qualified: needs another account or monthly activity.
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Current CD rates
Rates from the credit union’s website. Earnings assume the rate doesn’t change.
Fixed Rate Certificate
Up to 3.90%APY · 6 terms
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Early withdrawal penalties apply.
| Term | APY · $1,000 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months | 3.65% | 3.70% | 3.75% | 3.65%3.70% from $50k3.75% from $100k | $181 |
| 12 months | 3.30% | 3.40% | 3.50% | 3.30%3.40% from $50k3.50% from $100k | $330 |
| 24 months | 3.90% | 3.95% | 4.00% | 3.90%3.95% from $50k4.00% from $100k | $795 |
| 36 months | 3.20% | 3.25% | 3.30% | 3.20%3.25% from $50k3.30% from $100k | $991 |
| 48 months | 3.35% | 3.40% | 3.45% | 3.35%3.40% from $50k3.45% from $100k | $1,409 |
| 60 months | 3.30% | 3.35% | 3.40% | 3.30%3.35% from $50k3.40% from $100k | $1,763 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…s/fixed-rate-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Bump-Up Certificates
3.80%APY · 1 term
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Rate can be increased one time during certificate term to the current Bump-Up Certificate rate with that same term. Early withdrawal penalties apply.
| Term | APY · $1,000 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 monthsOne bump-up allowed during term to current rate | 3.80% | 3.85% | 3.90% | 3.80%3.85% from $50k3.90% from $100k | $774 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…tes/bump-up-certificates
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Variable Rate Add-On Certificate
3.80%APY · 1 term
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Variable rates are subject to change anytime at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Dividend declaration date is the last day of the dividend period. Can add deposits of any amount, at any time, up to a maximum balance of $1,000,000 without affecting term.
| Term | APY · $500 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 monthsVariable rate. Can add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000 | 3.80% | 3.85% | 3.90% | 3.80%3.85% from $50k3.90% from $100k | $774 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…-rate-add-on-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Pick-A-Term Certificates
Up to 3.75%APY · 3 terms
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Limited time offer. Dividend rates are fixed for the term of the certificate and not subject to tiered rates. Deposits cannot be added once opened. Institutional deposits are not eligible. Renewals at maturity to the same term at the fixed rate in effect. Early withdrawal penalty applies.
| Term | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|
| 3 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible | 3.60% | $89 |
| 6 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible | 3.75% | $186 |
| 12 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible | 3.30% | $330 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savin…s/certificates/pickaterm
- providentcu.org/products/term-…pick-a-term-certificates
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Deferred Dividend Certificate
3.30%APY · 1 term
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Dividends paid at maturity and compounded annually. Deposits cannot be added to this certificate once opened.
| Term | APY · $500 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 monthsDividends paid at maturity and compounded annually. Deposits cannot be added once opened | 3.30% | 3.40% | 3.50% | 3.30%3.40% from $50k3.50% from $100k | $330 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…red-dividend-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Fixed Rate Add-On Certificate
3.20%APY · 1 term
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Can add deposits of any amount, at any time, up to a maximum balance of $1,000,000 without affecting your term. Deposits that bring the balance over $1,000,000 are at the discretion of management.
| Term | APY · $250 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 monthsCan add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000 | 3.20% | 3.30% | 3.40% | 3.20%3.30% from $50k3.40% from $100k | $320 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…-rate-add-on-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Liquid Certificate
3.20%APY · 1 term
Must open a Membership Savings Account prior to opening. Age 18 and up or have a joint owner. Minimum withdrawal $500, minimum balance $5,000. Withdrawals must be made in person at a branch or by calling (800) 632-4600. Withdrawals allowed without penalty every 7 calendar days, maximum of 3 withdrawals per month. No dividends paid on balances below balance minimum.
| Term | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|
| 13 monthsMinimum withdrawal $500. Withdrawals allowed without penalty every 7 calendar days, max 3 withdrawals/month. In-person or phone withdrawal required | 3.20% | $347 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…cates/liquid-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Special-purpose accounts
Fixed Rate IRA Term Share Certificates
Up to 3.90%APY · 5 terms
Subject to IRA contribution limits and early withdrawal penalties. Available for retirement or educational savings. Minimum opening deposit $500.
| Term | APY · $500 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | 3.30% | 3.40% | 3.50% | 3.30%3.40% from $50k3.50% from $100k | $330 |
| 24 months | 3.90% | 3.95% | 4.00% | 3.90%3.95% from $50k4.00% from $100k | $795 |
| 36 months | 3.20% | 3.25% | 3.30% | 3.20%3.25% from $50k3.30% from $100k | $991 |
| 48 months | 3.35% | 3.40% | 3.45% | 3.35%3.40% from $50k3.45% from $100k | $1,409 |
| 60 months | 3.30% | 3.35% | 3.40% | 3.30%3.35% from $50k3.40% from $100k | $1,763 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…ed-rate-ira-certificates
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…etirement-accounts/rates
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Add-On IRA Term Share Certificate
3.80%APY · 1 term
Add deposits of any amount, at any time, up to a maximum balance of $1,000,000 without affecting term. Minimum opening deposit $250. Subject to IRA contribution limits and early withdrawal penalties.
| Term | APY · $250 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 monthsCan add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000. Subject to IRA rules | 3.80% | 3.85% | 3.90% | 3.80%3.85% from $50k3.90% from $100k | $774 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…s/add-on-ira-certificate
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…etirement-accounts/rates
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Bump-Up IRA Term Share Certificate
3.80%APY · 1 term
May request one bump-up during the term to the current Bump-Up Certificate rate. Minimum opening deposit $500. Early withdrawal penalties apply. Subject to IRA contribution limits.
| Term | APY · $500 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 monthsOne bump-up allowed during term to current rate. Subject to IRA rules | 3.80% | 3.85% | 3.90% | 3.80%3.85% from $50k3.90% from $100k | $774 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…/bump-up-ira-certificate
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…etirement-accounts/rates
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Variable Rate IRA Term Share Certificate
Up to 3.80%APY · 2 terms
Variable rates are subject to change anytime at the discretion of the Board of Directors. Dividend declaration date is the last day of dividend period. Add deposits of any amount, at any time, up to a maximum balance of $1,000,000 without affecting term. Minimum opening deposit $500. Maximum balance $1,000,000. Subject to IRA rules and early withdrawal penalties.
| Term | APY · $500 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 monthsVariable rate. Can add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000. Subject to IRA rules | 3.80% | 3.85% | 3.90% | 3.80%3.85% from $50k3.90% from $100k | $774 |
| 36 monthsVariable rate. Can add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000. Subject to IRA rules | 3.10% | 3.15% | 3.20% | 3.10%3.15% from $50k3.20% from $100k | $959 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…etirement-accounts/rates
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…ble-rate-ira-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
IRA Pick-A-Term Certificates
Up to 3.75%APY · 3 terms
Limited time offer. Dividend rates are fixed for the term of the certificate and are not subject to a tiered rate. Minimum opening deposit $10,000. Deposits cannot be added once opened. Institutional deposits are not eligible. Renews at maturity to same term at fixed rate in effect. Subject to IRA contribution limits. Early withdrawal penalty applies.
| Term | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|
| 3 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible. Subject to IRA rules | 3.60% | $89 |
| 6 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible. Subject to IRA rules | 3.75% | $186 |
| 12 monthsLimited time offer. Fixed dividend rate. Deposits cannot be added after opening. Institutional deposits not eligible. Subject to IRA rules | 3.30% | $330 |
Sources (1)
- providentcu.org/products/iras-…pick-a-term-certificates · captured Sep 16, 2026
Youth Add-On Certificate
3.20%APY · 1 term
Must open a Youth Membership Savings account prior to opening. Primary account owner must be under 18 years of age (Ages 0-17) with joint owner of 18+. Can add deposits of any amount, at any time, up to a maximum balance of $1,000,000 without affecting term. Early withdrawal penalty equals 180 days earnings.
| Term | APY · $50 and up | APY · $50,000 and up | APY · $100,000 and up | APY | Earns on $10,000Earns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 monthsCan add deposits of any amount anytime up to $1,000,000. Early withdrawal penalty equals 180 days earnings | 3.20% | 3.30% | 3.40% | 3.20%3.30% from $50k3.40% from $100k | $320 |
Sources (2)
- providentcu.org/products/savings-accounts/savings-rates
- providentcu.org/products/term-…youth-add-on-certificate
All captured Sep 16, 2026
Who can join Provident Credit Union
This may be incomplete or out of date, so check with the credit union before you apply.
Where you live or work
- You are eligible for membership based on where you live or work in Alameda County, City of Los Angeles, Contra Costa County, El Dorado County, Humboldt County, Monterey County, Placer County, Sacramento County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, or Santa Clara County.
Employers and groups
- You are eligible for membership if you are an employee of a company belonging to one of the specified Chambers of Commerce.
- You are eligible for membership if you are employed by one of the qualifying participating employers.
- You are eligible for membership through membership or affiliation with one of the listed unions or associations.
Military, government and schools
- You are eligible for membership through affiliation with listed universities, colleges, schools, alumni associations, or teachers associations.
Family and household
- You are eligible for membership if you are related by birth, marriage, or adoption to, or live in the same household (maintaining a single economic unit) as, a current Provident Credit Union member.
1 more way to join
Family and household
- Members may sponsor immediate family members (spouses, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, stepparents, stepchildren, stepsiblings, and adoptive relationships) who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Membership information collected October 5, 2026.