The current average money market rate is 0.56%, while the highest rate is up to 5.00%.
Money market accounts typically pay higher interest rates than other deposit accounts.
MMAs at banks are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), while MMAs at credit unions are insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
To open a money market account, compare the best yields on the market and consider account fees, withdrawal limits, and other features.