Savings Growth Calculator

Visualize how your savings will grow over time with regular deposits and compound interest.

Savings Details

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How much you'll regularly add to your savings

How often you make deposits

Big banks typically offer around 0.01% APY

Online banks offering ~4% APY

Fixed-term with ~4% APY

Higher interest at ~4.5% APY

Typical big bank savings accounts with minimal interest rates

How often interest is calculated

How long you'll save

Target amount you want to reach

Savings Projection

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After 5 years in Standard Savings

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Time to Reach Goal

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About Savings Account Types

Standard Savings Accounts (0.01% APY): Offered by traditional brick-and-mortar banks, these accounts typically provide minimal interest rates around 0.01% APY. While they offer easy access to your money, they don't help your savings grow meaningfully against inflation.

High-Yield Savings Accounts (4.00% APY): Mostly offered by online banks with lower overhead costs, these accounts can provide interest rates 400x higher than standard savings accounts from big banks. They still provide liquidity while offering much better growth potential.

Certificates of Deposit (4.00% APY): CDs typically offer competitive interest rates in exchange for locking your money for a fixed term (6 months to 5+ years). Early withdrawal usually results in penalties, but rates are often guaranteed for the entire term.

Money Market Accounts (4.50% APY): These accounts combine features of checking and savings accounts, offering higher interest rates than standard savings while sometimes providing check-writing capabilities. They may require higher minimum balances than other account types.