High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Carver Bank vs. PNC

Compare rates, requirements, and features side-by-side to find the best option for you.

Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated January 7, 2026
Comparison of Carver Bank vs PNC savings accounts
Metric

Carver Bank

High Yield Savings

Jan 7, 2026

PNC

PNC High Yield Savings

Jan 7, 2026
APY4.00%3.30%
Est. Earnings
$5,000+$200
$10,000+$400
$25,000+$1,000
$5,000+$165
$10,000+$330
$25,000+$825
Min Deposit
$5,000$0

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Terms
-Eligibility restricted to select states.
Features
FDIC InsuredMod. MinimumGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppZelle® Supported
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppIn-Person AccessZelle® Supported

Market Reality Check

Both of these banks offer rates below the current top tier. The best rates we track are currently above 4.21% APY.

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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Carver Bank vs. PNC

Updated: Jan 7, 2026

As of Carver Bank offers an APY of 4.00% for its High Yield Savings account, with a minimum balance of $5,000, compared to PNC's 3.30% APY for its PNC High Yield Savings account, with a minimum balance of $0.

Carver Bank pays $70 more than PNC on a $10,000 balance after one year. Carver Bank pays $400, while PNC pays $330 - an APY advantage for Carver Bank.

In addition, PNC also offers 0.03% APY for the Standard Savings account, with a minimum balance of $1.

Why Carver Bank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.00% vs 3.30%)
  • Available Nationwide

Why PNC?

  • Physical branch access (Multiple branches in AL, AZ, CA, CO, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV, WI)

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Carver Bank

Carver Bank's High Yield Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $400 vs $330/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Carver Bank

Carver Bank's High Yield Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1000 vs $825/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Carver Bank

Carver Bank's High Yield Savings offers 4.00% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Shared Benefits

Fast transfers via Zelle® Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line on APY (Interest Only)

Over a 1-year period, Carver Bank's High Yield Savings pays $70 more interest on a $10,000 balance than PNC's PNC High Yield Savings.

*This calculation assumes current rates remain consistent for 1 year and does not include temporary bonuses.

PNCCarver Bank

Executive Summary as of

Carver Bank offers a High Yield Savings account with a competitive APY of 4.00%, which is significantly higher than PNC's highest APY of 3.30% from their High Yield Savings account. Carver Bank's account requires a minimum deposit and balance of $5,000 but does not require direct deposit, making it straightforward for savers. In contrast, PNC's accounts have lower APYs and while their Standard Savings account has no minimum balance requirement, it yields only 0.03% APY. Additionally, PNC's High Yield Savings account is available only to residents in select states, limiting its accessibility. Overall, Carver Bank is the clear winner for those seeking higher returns.

The analysis is based on current Banksparency database records

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Carver Bank vs. PNC Savings Calculator

Calculations based on current APY for High Yield Savings and PNC High Yield Savings
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You earn $70 more with Carver Bank than PNC on a $10,000 initial deposit for 1 year*.

*This calculation assumes that APYs remain unchanged for 1 year, and takes into account known promo rate periods, but does not factor in bonuses. You can see how often these banks have changed their rates in the Compare Savings Rates Over Time section below.

Carver Bank

High Yield Savings

4.00% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$400.00(3.8%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,400.00

Effective APY
4.00%

PNC

PNC High Yield Savings

3.30% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$330.00(3.2%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,330.00

Effective APY
3.30%

The Banksparency Savings Calculator provides estimated savings growth based on user input and our latest data.

FeatureCarver BankPNC
APY
4.00%
Verified: 1/7/2026
Stable (90d)
3.30%
Verified: 1/7/2026
↘︎ 0.55%90d Change
Product NameHigh Yield SavingsPNC High Yield Savings
Minimum Deposit$5,000$0
Min. Balance for APY$5,000$0
Monthly Fee$0, of minimum balance requirement met. Otherwise $6.$0
Branch AccessNoneYes
Account Type
Online Only
Online & Branches
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.5
iOS4.9
Android4.6
Zelle® Support
Available
Full native integration in digital banking.
Available
Limit: $2,000/dayCentral to Virtual Wallet suite.
BBB RatingA+A+
Important Notes-Eligibility restricted to select states.
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📈 Compare Savings Rates Over Time

Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricCarver BankPNC
High Yield SavingsPNC High Yield SavingsStandard Savings
Current APY
4.00%3.30%0.03%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
0.0-5.60.2
Days Since Change
30821251
10-Month High
4.00%3.95%0.03%
10-Month Low
4.00%3.30%0.01%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.390.10
Volatility Score
0.0000.0570.286
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Trends & Velocity

  • Trend: The general direction of the rate over the analyzed period. Useful for spotting if a bank is currently aggressive or pulling back.
  • Velocity (bps/mo): Speed of change. A high positive number means they raise rates quickly. 10 bps = 0.10%.
  • Adjustments/Mo: "Twitchiness." High frequency means the rate changes constantly; low frequency means it's stable.

Risk & Range

  • High/Low: The absolute ceiling and floor of the rate during the 309-day window.
  • Volatility Score: Lower is better for predictability. It indicates how wildly the rate swings relative to its average.
  • Days Since Change: If this number is high (e.g., >90), the rate is very sticky. If low, it changed recently.

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