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Cashback Rewards N/A
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0.01%
(Verified 08/04/2023)
Monthly Maintenance Fee $0
(Verified 08/04/2023)
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $0

USAA Youth Spending Account Review

USAA Youth Spending Account is offered by USAA, a financial services company founded in 1922 and based in San Antonio, TX. USAA Youth checking account is available in 50 states (and Washington, DC).

Key Takeaways

  • Low APY. The maximum annual percentage yield for this account is only 0.01%.
  • $0 monthly fee. This account does not charge any monthly account fees.
  • No ATM fees. USAA Youth Spending Account does not charge fees on ATM transactions within its network but there is a fee of up to $2 for out-of-network ATM transactions.
  • Up to $15 in ATM fee rebates. This account will reimburse you for ATM fees (see terms and conditions for details).
  • Bill pay. Pay your bills to practically anyone in the United States when you enroll in USAA mobile or online banking.

USAA Youth checking account Pros & Cons

Pros Cons
  • Available in all 50 states.
  • Interest-yielding account.
  • Access to physical branches.
  • Free debit card and the option to lock/unlock the card if lost or stolen
  • No charge on incoming domestic or international wire transfers.
  • No signup bonus.
  • Higher than average wire transfer fees.
  • Charges a higher than average fee on out-of-network ATM transactions.

USAA Youth checking account FAQ

Are checking accounts from USAA federally insured?

Yes, your deposits are insured up to $250,000 per person by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC #34351). The FDIC is an independent agency of the United States government that protects you against the loss of your insured deposits if an FDIC-insured bank or savings association fails. FDIC insurance is backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government.

What APY does USAA Youth checking account offer?

USAA Youth Spending Account Rates & Terms
Description
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0.01%

USAA Youth checking account offers an APY of 0.01% (APY stands for annual percentage yield, rates may change). However, to earn interest account holders must keep an average beginning day balance of $1000.

What are the account minimums for USAA Youth checking account?

USAA Youth checking account requires a minimum initial deposit of $25 to open an account.

USAA Youth Spending Account Minimums
Description
Minimum Opening Deposit Starting at $25
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $0
Minimum Combined Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee $0
Minimum Balance to Earn APY $1,000

What fees does USAA Youth checking account charge?

The good news is that this account does not have a monthly Service Charge.

USAA Youth Spending Account Fees
Description
Monthly Maintenance Fee $0
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $2
ATM Reimbursement Monthly Limit $15
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 1%
NSF Fee $29
Overdraft Item Fee $29
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic) $5
Returned Deposit Fee (International) $5
Stop Payment Fee $29
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing) $20
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing) $20
Paper Statement Fee $10
Online Bill Pay Fee $0
Debit Card Replacement Fee (Standard Delivery) $0
Early Account Closure $0

Does USAA Youth checking account charge overdraft fees?

Yes, USAA Youth checking account charges a $29 fee for every overdraft.

What features and perks does USAA Youth checking account offer?

This account includes the following features:

  • ATM rebates - This account will reimburse you for any domestic ATM fees up to a monthly maximum of $15.
  • Fraud monitoring - USAA Youth checking account monitors transactions for potentially unauthorized activity, such as when a debit card is unexpectedly used in a different location or you make a sudden string of costly purchases.
  • Online Bill Pay - Online Bill Pay allows you to pay bills easily from your account.
  • Mobile Banking Services - USAA Youth checking account allows you to manage your money online or with a mobile app. This includes depositing checks in your account with a mobile app on your smartphone.
  • Nationwide ATM network - Conveniently transact at a nearby ATM.

What is the customer support email for USAA Youth checking account?

The customer support email for USAA Youth checking account is info@usaa.com.

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Message From USAA Youth checking account

Save on monthly fees with a USAA Youth Spending account. A USAA Youth Spending account is designed to benefit you and your child until they reach 18. They can gain real-world money management experience as the primary account holder. Start your child on the right financial path. Our checking account is a kids bank account that comes with tools you can use to help teach your child smart money management. 

Contact

Hours of Operation

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 7:00am - 9:00pm
  • Tuesday 7:00am - 9:00pm
  • Wednesday 7:00am - 9:00pm
  • Thursday 7:00am - 9:00pm
  • Friday 7:00am - 9:00pm
  • Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm

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Availability

  Available in 50 states and Washington, D.C.
  • Alabama
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New Mexico
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oklahoma
  • Oregon
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • Washington, DC
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Feature Breakdown

Minimum Opening Deposit Starting at $25
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee Starting at $0
Minimum Combined Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee $0
Minimum Balance to Earn APY $1,000
Monthly Maintenance Fee $0
(Verified 08/04/2023)
ATM Fee: In-Network $0
ATM Fee: Out-of-Network Starting at $2
ATM Reimbursement Monthly Limit $15
Foreign Transaction Fee (Debit Card) 1%
NSF Fee $29
Overdraft Item Fee $29
Overdraft Protection Fee (per transfer) $0
Returned Deposit Fee (Domestic) $5
Returned Deposit Fee (International) $5
Stop Payment Fee $29
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - Domestic (Outgoing) $20
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Incoming) $0
Wire Transfer Fee - International (Outgoing) $20
Paper Statement Fee $10
Online Bill Pay Fee $0
Debit Card Replacement Fee (Standard Delivery) $0
Early Account Closure $0
Immigration Status Considered
  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident
Verification Documents Required
  • Proof of Identity
  • Government Issued Photo ID
  • Social Security Number
Account Features
  • No ATM Fees
  • Free Bill Pay
  • Mobile Check Deposit
  • No Monthly Maintenance Fee
  • Interest Bearing Account
  • ATM Reimbursement
  • Nationwide ATM Network
  • Mobile Banking
  • Fraud Monitoring
  • Debit Card Lock/Unlock
  • Fraud Protection
  • Debit Card
  • Automatic Transfers
  • Bauer Financial A+/A Rating
  • Branch Access
  • Member FDIC
  • Teen Checking Account
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) 0.01%
(Verified 08/04/2023)

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SUPERMONEY NET RECOMMENDATION SCORE

This product is strongly not recommended by SuperMoney users with a score of -100, equating to 1 on a 5 point rating scale.

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