How much does a $100,000 CD earn at 3% for 3 years?

$109,405.14

A $100,000 certificate of deposit at 3% for 3 years matures at $109,405.14 — $9,405.14 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.

$100,000 × (1 + 3% ÷ 12)^(12 × 3) = $109,405.14

APY 3.04%. Interest earned: $9,405.14.

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How much does a $100,000 CD earn at 3% for 3 years?
A $100,000 certificate of deposit at 3% for 3 years matures at $109,405.14 — $9,405.14 of interest. $100,000 × (1 + 3% ÷ 12)^(12 × 3) = $109,405.14.
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.