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Savings Accounts

Securing your tomorrow starts today.

From emergency funds to long-term goals, our savings accounts are designed to help you build financial confidence.

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Competitive Rates

No/low Minimums

Easy Transfers

Federally Insured

Compare Savings Options

Find the approach that fits your goals

Money Market

A balance of competitive earnings and easy access to your savings.

Inspired Savings

FEATURED

If you're just starting or want to boost your savings.

Aspire Savings

Start putting money away for those ages 0 to 18**.

Inspired Savings

Earn more on your savings with tiered rates and easy access to your money whenever you need it.

Earn up to 0.10% APY* on balances of $10,000 or more
No monthly fee
Access your account 24/7 via our Digital Banking
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Regular Savings

The perfect starting point for your savings journey with no complicated requirements.

No minimum opening deposit
Low $25 minimum balance to earn dividends
No monthly maintenance fees
Unlimited deposits and withdrawals

Money Market Account

Earn higher rates on larger balances while maintaining easy access to your funds.

Tiered interest rate based on balance
Check writing and debit card included
$2,500 minimum balance requirement
FDIC insured up to $250,000
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Youth Savings Accounts

Aspire Accounts help build strong financial habits from an early age.

Available for Members under 18
No minimum balance or monthly fees
Parent or guardian joint ownership
Transition to adult account at 18

All savings accounts include:

Everything you need for modern banking

Savings Estimator

See your savings grow

Use our calculator to estimate your future balance

Your estimated balance after 5 years

Saving for College

A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) is a tax-advantaged trust or custodial account designed to help families save for a child’s education expenses.

Flexible Future Options

Can be used to cover both higher education (college) and elementary or secondary (K-12) expenses, including tuition, books, tutoring, and uniforms.

Tax Benefits

Tax-free investment growth and tax-free withdrawals for qualified education expenses, though contributions are made with after-tax dollars and are not tax-deductible.

Investment Control

Coverdell ESAs are self-directed, meaning you can choose how to invest the funds across various securities like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.

Why save with Wheelhouse?

Member Owned

We’re not-for-profit, which means our success is measured by yours. Every decision we make puts Members first.

Local & Trusted

Serving San Diego for over 90 years with personalized service and local decision-making.

Safe & Secure

Your deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 and protected by industry-leading security measures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our savings accounts

Join 32,000+ San Diegans

Start saving today

Join thousands of Members who trust Wheelhouse Credit Union with their financial future.

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Disclosures

*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rates effective as of 04/17/2026 and are subject to change without notice. Membership required.

**Aspire Savings is designed exclusively for members aged 13-25. No initial minimum deposit required. Aspire Savings account must have an adult as the joint owner for any persons under the age of 18. Upon turning age 26, the Aspire savings account will automatically convert to a Regular share savings account. Contact a Wheelhouse representative for more information.
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