CD Calculator — Calculate Certificate of Deposit Interest & Returns

CD Calculator

Calculate how much interest you can earn with a Certificate of Deposit (CD) investment. Compare CD rates, terms, and total returns for your savings goals.

Step 1: CD Details

3.5%
24 months

Understanding CD Terms

CDs are time deposits with fixed terms and interest rates. Early withdrawal penalties may apply. Typically, longer terms offer higher interest rates.

Step 2: Calculation Options

20%

About Compounding

More frequent compounding (e.g., monthly vs annually) results in higher returns due to interest earning interest more often. This is known as compound interest.

CD Investment Results

Summary
Term Comparison
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Total CD Value at Maturity

$10,724
$724 interest earned over 24 months
Initial Deposit
$10,000
Interest Earned
$724
After-Tax Return
$579
Annual Percentage Yield
3.56%

CD Term Comparison

Term Interest Rate Interest Earned Total Value

CD Growth Over Time

CD Calculation Formula

A = P × (1 + r/n)^(nt)

A = Total amount after time t, P = Principal amount (initial deposit), r = Annual interest rate (decimal), n = Number of times interest is compounded per year, t = Time in years.

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