Best money market account rates today: January 27, 2025 (earn up to 4.75% APY)
Unlike traditional savings accounts, MMAs typically offer better returns, and they may also provide check-writing privileges and debit card access. This makes these accounts ideal for holding long-term savings that you want to grow over time, but can still access when needed for certain purchases or bills.
The national average interest rate for money market accounts is just 0.64%, according to the FDIC. However, the best money market account rates often pay around 4.5% to 5% APY — similar to the rates offered on high-yield savings accounts.
Here is a look at some of today's best money market account rates:
Quontic Bank Money Market Account: 4.75% APY
Brilliant Bank Surge Money Market Account: up to 4.70%
TotalBank Online Money Market Deposit Account: 4.67% APY (on balances of $2,500 and up)
First Foundation Bank Online Money Market Account: 4.50% APY
VIO Cornerstone Money Market Savings Account: 4.46% APY
Zynlo Money Market Account: 4.40% APY
Prime Alliance Bank Personal Money Market Account: 4.15% APY
Interested in earning the best possible interest rate on your savings balance? Here is a look at some of the best savings and money market account rates available today from our verified partners.
Money market account rates have fluctuated significantly in recent years, largely due to changes in the Federal Reserve's target interest rate.
In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, for example, interest rates were kept extremely low to stimulate the economy. The Fed slashed the federal funds rate to near zero, which led to very low MMA rates. During this time, money market account rates were typically around 0.10% to 0.50%, with many accounts offering rates on the lower end of that range.
Eventually, the Fed began raising interest rates gradually as the economy improved. This led to higher yields on savings products, including MMAs. However, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic led to a brief but sharp recession, and the Fed once again cut its benchmark rate to near zero to combat the economic fallout. This resulted in a sharp decline in MMA rates.
But starting in 2022, the Fed embarked on a series of aggressive interest rate hikes to combat inflation. This led to historically high deposit rates across the board. By late 2023, money market account rates had risen substantially, with many accounts offering 4.00% or higher.
As of 2024, MMA rates remain high by historical standards, though they've begun a downward trajectory following the Fed's most recent rate cuts in September, November, and December. Today, online banks and credit unions tend to offer the highest rates.
When comparing money market accounts, it's important to look beyond just the interest rate. Other factors, such as minimum balance requirements, fees, and withdrawal limits, can impact the total value you get from the account.
For example, it's common for money market accounts to require a large minimum balance in order to earn the highest advertised rate — as much as $5,000 or more in some cases. Other accounts may charge monthly maintenance fees that can eat into your interest earnings.
However, there are several MMAs available that offer competitive rates without any balance requirements, fees, or other restrictions. That's why it's important to shop around and compare accounts before making a decision.
Additionally, ensure that the account you choose is insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), which guarantees deposits up to $250,000 per institution, per depositor. Most money market accounts are federally insured, but it's important to double-check in the rare case the financial insitution fails.
Read more: Money market account vs. high-yield savings account: Which is best for you?
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