<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Savings account rates remain the same compared to one week ago, with the possibility to earn up to 5.84% interest.Online banks and credit unions offer higher rates than traditional brick-and-mortar banks.The average APY for a traditional savings account is 0.22%, showing a slight increase in rates.High-yield savings accounts provide higher interest rates but may require specific conditions.The best interest rate on high-yield accounts with a $10,000 minimum deposit remains at 4.88%.The average APY for these accounts is 0.23%, unchanged from the previous week.For high-yield savings accounts with a $25,000 minimum deposit, the highest available rate is 3.94%.The average APY for a high-yield account with a $25,000 deposit is 0.24%.When choosing an account, consider factors like interest rates, minimum deposits, and fees.Ensure the financial institution is reputable and insured by the FDIC or NCUA.Interest rates on savings accounts can fluctuate based on the Federal Reserve's rate changes.Financial institutions adjust borrowing and savings rates in response to the Fed's rate adjustments.The Federal Reserve changes rates during meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee.Curinos calculates average savings account rates focusing on personal-use accounts.Relationship-based and specialized savings accounts are not included in the average rate calculation.