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CompareSavings AccountsIn Winston-Salem, NC

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts in Winston-Salem, NC (2026)

15 top-rated FDIC-insured savings accounts available to Winston-Salem, NC residents. Top APY: 4.09%. Online accounts — no local branch required.

COL index
87
Median income
$53K/yr
1
Openbank High Yield Savings
Openbank
4.5
4.09%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

4.09% APY. No monthly fee. FDIC insured.

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2
Vio Bank High-Yield Savings
Vio Bank
4.5
4.03%
APY
Min. to open: $100
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

4.03% APY. $100 to open. No monthly fee.

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3
Peak Bank Envision High-Yield Savings
Peak Bank
4.4
4.02%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

4.02% APY. No minimum to open.

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4
LendingClub LevelUp Savings
LendingClub Bank
4.4
4.00%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

4.00% APY. No monthly fee. FDIC insured.

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5
Bread Savings High-Yield Savings
Bread Savings
4.3
4.00%
APY
Min. to open: $100
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

4.00% APY. $100 to open.

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6
EverBank Yield Pledge Savings
EverBank
4.4
3.90%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.90% APY. Yield Pledge program.

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7
CIT Bank Platinum Savings
CIT Bank
4.3
3.75%
APY
Min. to open: $100
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.75%+ APY. $100 minimum to earn APY.

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8
Barclays Tiered Savings
Barclays
4.3
3.70%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.70% APY. No minimum. No monthly fee.

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9
Marcus by Goldman Sachs High-Yield Savings
Marcus by Goldman Sachs
4.6
3.65%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.65% APY. No fees. No minimum.

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10
Discover Online Savings
Discover Bank
4.5
3.50%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.50% APY. No fees. 24/7 customer service.

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11
Synchrony High Yield Savings
Synchrony Bank
4.3
3.50%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.50% APY. No minimum. No monthly fee.

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12
American Express High Yield Savings
American Express National Bank
4.4
3.30%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.30% APY. No fees. Trusted brand.

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13
Capital One 360 Performance Savings
Capital One
4.5
3.30%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.30% APY. No fees. No minimum.

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14
SoFi Savings
SoFi
4.4
3.30%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.30% APY with direct deposit. No account fees.

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15
Ally Online Savings
Ally Bank
4.5
3.20%
APY
Min. to open: $0
Monthly fee: None
FDIC insured

3.20% APY. No minimum. No monthly fee.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best high-yield savings account in Winston-Salem, NC?

Openbank High Yield Savings is among the top-rated high-yield savings accounts available in Winston-Salem, NC with an APY of 4.09%. All accounts listed are FDIC-insured and available to Winston-Salem, NC residents regardless of local bank branches.

Do I need a local bank branch in Winston-Salem, NC for a savings account?

No — most high-yield savings accounts are offered by online banks with no physical branches. They are federally insured (FDIC) and open to residents of Winston-Salem, NC just like any other state. Online accounts typically offer significantly higher APYs than traditional local banks.

How much interest will I earn on savings in Winston-Salem, NC?

With a high-yield savings account at 4.09% APY, $10,000 earns roughly $409 per year. Interest is taxable at the federal level and at the NC state income tax rate.

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Rates change frequently · FDIC insured up to $250K · APY as of Q1 2026 · Availability may vary