San Diego County CU Savings Account

San Diego County CU Savings Account Review

San Diego County CU Savings Account is offered by San Diego County Credit Union, a credit union founded in 1995 and based in San Diego, CA. San Diego County CU Savings Account are available in 1 state across the USA.

Key Takeaways

• Low interest rate. The maximum annual percentage yield for this account is only 0.05%.
• $0 monthly account fees available. This account charges a monthly service fee of up to $5, but the fee is waived if you keep a minimum balance of $1.
• Small minimum initial deposit. You only need $1 to open an account.
• No ATM fees. San Diego County CU Savings Account does not charge fees on ATM transactions.

San Diego County CU Savings Account Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Dividend-yielding account. Insured by NCUA. Access to physical branches.	No signup bonus. Does not come with a debit card Only available in one state. Higher than average wire transfer fees. Monthly service charge.

San Diego County CU Savings Account FAQ

Are savings accounts from San Diego County Credit Union federally insured?

Yes, your savings accounts are insured up to $250,000 per share owner for each account ownership category. The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a federal agency, administers the insurance fund and regulates federally insured credit unions. The fund is backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government.

Does San Diego County Credit Union offer a signup bonus?

San Diego County CU Savings Account doesn't offer a signup bonus.

What is the minimum initial deposit for San Diego County CU Savings Account?

The minimum deposit to open a San Diego County CU Savings Account is $1.

San Diego County CU Savings Account Minimums

Description
Minimum Balance to Avoid Monthly Fee	Starting at $1
Minimum Balance to Earn APY	$100
Minimum Opening Deposit	Starting at $1

What APY does San Diego County CU Savings Account offer?

San Diego County CU Savings Account offers an APY of 0.05% (APY stands for annual percentage yield, rates may change).

The interest rate on a savings account or checking account can change based, in part, on what the Federal Reserve does. Note that the APY of a savings account is the amount of interest you will earn if you keep your money in the account for a full year expressed as a percentage. The difference between an APY and an interest rate is that the APY takes into account how often your money earns interest (or compounds). The more often your money compounds, the more it will earn. Savings accounts with an interest rate that compounds daily, for example, will earn a higher return (and therefore a higher APY) than savings accounts that compound annually.

What fees does San Diego County CU Savings Account charge?

San Diego County CU Savings Account does not charge a monthly service fee. See the fee breakdown section below to view all fees.

However, you can waive the monthly fees if you have a minimum daily balance of $1.

• Outgoing domestic bank transfers come with a $25 fee.
• Incoming domestic bank transfers come with a $5 fee.
• Outgoing international bank transfers come with a $45 fee. You can save a ton of money in fees if you use use a nonbank money transfer service.
• Incoming international bank transfers come with a $5 fee.
• San Diego County CU Savings Account charges a $5 fee for an early account closure. Contact San Diego County CU Savings Account for more details on what is considered an early closure.
• San Diego County CU Savings Account charges $2 every time you request a paper statement.

What features and perks does San Diego County CU Savings Account offer?

This savings account includes the following features:

• Fraud monitoring - San Diego County CU Savings Account monitors transactions for potentially fraudulent activity, such as when a debit card is unexpectedly used in a different location, or you make a sudden string of costly purchases.
• Mobile Banking Services - San Diego County CU Savings 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.

Can you set up a direct deposit to San Diego County CU Savings Account?

Yes, you can typically set up a direct deposit to this account. However, it depends on the direct deposit program your employer uses. Most direct deposit programs allow you to send your paycheck to a savings or checking account. In some cases, you can even split your paycheck between the two.

What is the customer support email for San Diego County CU Savings Account?

The customer support email for San Diego County CU Savings Account is info@sdccu.com.