The credit union directory

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credit union for
your finances

Discover credit unions you're eligible to join — compare rates, check eligibility, and make smarter financial decisions.

OUR DIRECTORY AT A GLANCE

"Over 144 million Americans belong to a credit union, but millions more are eligible and don't realize they have access to financial institutions that not only offer lower rates, but return every dollar they earn to their members."

Austin Carroll

CEO, Warrant

of eligible Americans have joined a credit union — but many more qualify than realize it

~80%

Source: CUNA membership research

less in checking fees per year at credit unions vs. traditional banks

~$110

Source: Stango & Zinman panel study (UC-Davis / Dartmouth)

lower loan rates at credit unions vs. banks across auto loans and mortgages

0.10–0.50%

Source: NCUA Q2 2025 Credit Union and Bank Rates

Everything you need to find the right credit union

Take the guesswork out of choosing a credit union — no endless research, no confusion about eligibility. Search, compare, and join in one place.

Eligibility results
P

Pacific Northwest FCU

Portland, OR

4.50%
E

Educators Credit Union

Chicago, IL

4.20%
C

Community First CU

San Jose, CA

4.35%
3 credit unions match your eligibility

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Credit union staff helping members

Real people helping real people — that's the credit union difference.

Team collaborating

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Instant eligibility checks across geographic, employer, educational, military, and community-based membership requirements.

Why credit unions

Designed for people,
not shareholders

Credit unions exist to serve their members. Every dollar earned goes back to you through better rates, fewer fees, and real community impact.

Credit union members

Member ownership

You're not a customer — you're an owner. Every member gets a vote and a voice in how the institution is run.

Lower fees, not just better rates

Credit unions return value through lower fees and better loan rates. The real savings come from fewer and lower fees across the board.

Avg. annual checking fees
$72 CU$183 Bank
Avg. overdraft fee
$26.61 CU$31.26 Bank

Lower loan rates

Credit union members benefit from consistently lower interest rates on auto loans, mortgages, and personal loans.

Auto loan (48-mo)
~5.5–6.0%~6.4–7.1%
30-yr mortgage
6.74%6.84%
Community members together

Community impact

Credit unions reinvest profits locally, supporting financial education, small businesses, and community programs.

Couple planning finances together

Built on trust

Deposits federally insured up to $250,000 by the NCUA.* The same protection as banks, with a people-first mission.

NCUA Insured*

Your deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 — the same level of protection as FDIC-insured banks.*

$250K

Federal insurance per depositor

Common
questions

Everything you need to know before joining a credit union.

A credit union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members. Unlike banks, profits are returned to members through better rates, lower fees, and improved services.

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credit union?

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NCUA Insured*

Up to $250K

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AI-powered

Member Owned

Not-for-profit

Nationwide

50 states

*While most U.S. credit unions are federally insured by the NCUA (up to $250,000), some state-chartered credit unions are privately insured or uninsured.

© 2026 Warrant, Inc. All rights reserved.

Warrant's Credit Union Directory is a directory and informational platform, not a financial institution, lender, or credit intermediary. The information provided is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as financial advice or a substitute for professional consultation. All rates, fees, and eligibility requirements displayed are provided by participating credit unions and may change without notice.

While most U.S. credit unions are federally insured by the NCUA (up to $250,000), some state-chartered credit unions are privately insured or uninsured. Warrant, Inc. makes no representations regarding the accuracy of third-party information. Users are responsible for verifying eligibility and terms directly with the credit union.