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The perfect account for your finances? Check. 

What you're looking for in a checking account is specific to you. A cookie-cutter approach doesn't work. That's why we offer multiple accounts to our members, but they all share some key features. 

Easy To Open

All it takes is a $5 deposit 

Anytime Access

Manage your checking account through Online and Mobile Banking

Nationwide ATMs

Get cash and other services through a network of 30,000+ ATMs

Shared Branching

Take care of business when traveling by visiting one of our partner credit unions

A checking account is a must-have tool in your personal finances.

And we pride ourselves on giving members options. 

High-Yield Checking
Cash Back Checking
Best For

Earns high interest on your balance

Earn cash back rewards on debit purchases

Earns Dividends

4.00% APY* on first $7,500^;
0.00% APY above $7,500

No

Earns Cash Back

No

Earn 2.00% Cash Back^
on up to $500 in debit card purchases each month

Minimum Opening Deposit

$5

$5

Monthly Service Charge

No monthly fee with eStatements

No monthly fee with eStatements

Minimum Balance

$0

$0

Courtesy Pay**
Yes
Yes
Free Checks

First Order Free

First Order Free

Additional Monthly Requirements

eStatements; Enrolled in Online Banking and logged in within the last 45 days; 15 debit card swipes^

eStatements; Enrolled in Online Banking and logged in within the last 45 days; 15 debit card swipes^

Premier Checking
Simple Checking
Overview

Meets the needs of most members

For those who don’t qualify for a traditional checking account

Minimum Opening Deposit

$5

$5

Minimum Balance

$0

$0

APY*

N/A

N/A

Monthly Service Charge

No monthly fee with eStatements

$5

Courtesy Pay**
Yes
No
Free Checks

First Order Free

No

PACE Checking
Advantage Checking
Overview

Tailored to teens ages 13-17

An interest-bearing account for those 55 years or better

Minimum Opening Deposit

$5

Age 13-17, must have adult (parent, legal guardian) as joint on membership. Membership must be established with a PACE savings account.

$5

Minimum Balance

$0

$0

APY*

N/A

0.01%

Monthly Service Charge

No monthly fee with eStatements

$0

Courtesy Pay**
No
Yes
Free Checks

No

Free TAPCO-imaged checks or $5 credit towards designer checks


TAPCO Credit Union is a full-service financial institution in Pierce County, Washington, serving the Tacoma, Puyallup, Frederickson, Bonney Lake and Gig Harbor areas. Visit a branch.

Grow Your Money the Safe Way

Watch your savings grow with a low-risk investment option. With our high-interest CDs, you’ll enjoy guaranteed returns and the security of NCUA insurance. 

How Much Money Should I Keep in My Checking Account?
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*APY=Annual Percentage Yield. No monthly service fee is charged for any checking account during the month that it is opened. All Checking Accounts require TAPCO membership. Must meet qualifying criteria to open checking account. Offers may change at any time. Fees could reduce earnings. See complete details on account disclosures.

**Must qualify for debit card and Courtesy Pay. ^Minimum of 15 debit card transactions of $3 or more per month. If Monthly Rewards Checking requirements and qualification not met at month end, High Yield Checking will receive 0.00% APY and Cash Back Checking will receive no cash back for the month. ^^Teen PACE Checking must have adult (parent, legal guardian) as joint on membership.