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Best after-tax cash yields in North Dakota
Updated Oct 16, 2026 · By Jeison Cobb
Data as of 2026-10-16 12:30 ET · North Dakota state tax 2.5% · federal bracket 22%
| # | Account | Yield | After-tax | $ / yr after tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | US T-Bill 52 Weeks US Treasury-backedstate-tax free | 4.47% | 3.49% | $349 |
| 2 | US T-Bill 26 Weeks US Treasury-backedstate-tax free | 4.36% | 3.40% | $340 |
| 3 | Marcus High-Yield CD (12-mo) Member FDIC | 4.40% | 3.35% | $335 |
| 4 | US T-Bill 13 Weeks US Treasury-backedstate-tax free | 4.20% | 3.28% | $328 |
| 5 | Ally High Yield CD (12-mo) Member FDIC | 4.30% | 3.27% | $327 |
| 6 | SoFi Checking & Savings Member FDIC | 4.20% | 3.19% | $319 |
| 7 | LendingClub LevelUp Savings Member FDIC | 4.20% | 3.19% | $319 |
| 8 | US T-Bill 4 Weeks US Treasury-backedstate-tax free | 4.07% | 3.17% | $317 |
| 9 | Bread Savings HYSA Member FDIC | 4.05% | 3.08% | $308 |
| 10 | Capital One 360 CD (1-yr) Member FDIC | 4.00% | 3.04% | $304 |
Min to open / monthly fee come from each provider's own page (see "terms" link); "—" means we couldn't confirm it, so we don't guess. Different federal bracket? Use the full ranking tool.
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How North Dakota taxes your cash
North Dakota's top state income tax rate is 2.5%. Interest from savings accounts, CDs and most money market funds is taxed by North Dakota. Interest from US Treasuries (T-bills, T-bill ETFs like SGOV/BIL, and Treasury money funds) is exempt from state tax by federal law. To match a 4.47% Treasury after tax, a bank account in North Dakota needs about 4.58% APY.
Right now in North Dakota, the best Treasury option (US T-Bill 52 Weeks, 3.49% after tax) beats the best bank option (Marcus High-Yield CD (12-mo), 3.35% after tax), assuming a 22% federal bracket.
FAQ
What is the best after-tax place for cash in North Dakota?
As of 2026-10-16, the top after-tax yield for a 22% federal bracket in North Dakota is US T-Bill 52 Weeks at 3.49% (4.47% before tax).
Are T-bills taxed in North Dakota?
No. Interest on US Treasury bills is exempt from state and local income tax, including North Dakota's income tax. It is still subject to federal income tax.
What is North Dakota's state income tax rate on interest?
We use North Dakota's top marginal rate of 2.5% (Tax Foundation, 2026). Your actual rate may be lower depending on income.
How is after-tax yield calculated?
Bank interest: yield × (1 − federal rate) × (1 − state rate). Treasuries: yield × (1 − federal rate). We assume a 22% federal bracket on this page; use the home page tool to change it.
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Method: bank = yield × (1 − federal) × (1 − state); Treasuries = yield × (1 − federal). Uses the state's top marginal rate (Tax Foundation 2026); ignores local tax and partial-exemption rules for government MMFs. Not financial advice. Back to CashYield home.