CD rates today top out at 5.02% depending on the term, offering better yields than high-yield savings accounts.Three-month CDs have an average rate of 1.3%, with the highest rate at 4.67%.Six-month CDs offer a good blend of yield and commitment, with the highest rate at 4.94%.The highest interest rate on a one-year CD is 5.02%, with an average APY of 1.83%.Two-year CDs offer rates as high as 4.52%, with an average APY of 1.66%.The highest rate on a three-year CD is 4.27%, with an average APY of 1.58%.For a five-year CD, the highest rate is 4.26% with an average APY of 1.59%.Jumbo CDs offer rates of 4.94% for a 6-month term, with an average APY of 1.82%.Opening a CD requires a one-time deposit, with many banks having minimum deposit requirements.CDs provide a stable savings option but early withdrawal penalties can impact earnings significantly.