How much does a $1,000 CD earn at 4.5% for 3 years?

$1,144.25

A $1,000 certificate of deposit at 4.5% for 3 years matures at $1,144.25 — $144.25 of interest.

How it is worked out

A CD compounds at a fixed rate for a fixed term. Monthly compounding is the usual case, and the APY is what that compounding is worth over a year — always slightly above the stated rate.

$1,000 × (1 + 4.5% ÷ 12)^(12 × 3) = $1,144.25

APY 4.59%. Interest earned: $144.25.

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How much does a $1,000 CD earn at 4.5% for 3 years?
A $1,000 certificate of deposit at 4.5% for 3 years matures at $1,144.25 — $144.25 of interest. $1,000 × (1 + 4.5% ÷ 12)^(12 × 3) = $1,144.25.
How is this worked out?
A CD compounds at a fixed rate for a fixed term. Monthly compounding is the usual case, and the APY is what that compounding is worth over a year — always slightly above the stated rate.
Can I use my own figures?
Yes — the CD calculator takes any values and shows the full result.