The current average money market rate is 0.53%, while the highest rate is up to 4.89%, according to Curinos.
Money market accounts function like interest-bearing deposit accounts where you deposit money, earn interest, and can withdraw funds, usually limited to six transactions per statement period.
These accounts typically offer higher interest rates compared to traditional savings accounts and may provide debit cards, check-writing capabilities, or both for easy cash access.
Money market accounts at banks are FDIC-insured, while those at credit unions are NCUA-insured, with both providing coverage of up to $250,000 per account type in case of bank failure.