Bay Federal Credit Union Included on Forbes List of the America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 Ranking

Capitola, California, June 25, 2026 – Bay Federal Credit Union has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings.

The America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 ranking is based on an independent survey of thousands of U.S. consumers, as well as publicly available reviews. To be eligible, credit unions must have received a minimum number of evaluations, with awarded institutions averaging more than 635 evaluations. The ranking focuses on institutions that operate in 14 states or fewer and are not online-only providers, underscoring the importance of strong regional and community-based financial relationships. Institutions are evaluated based on key criteria including member satisfaction, trust, financial advice, digital services, terms and conditions, and member service. Rankings are determined by analyzing overall performance and member sentiment, with top-performing credit unions in each state recognized. The number of awarded institutions varies by state, based on population size and the number of eligible institutions meeting the evaluation threshold.

This award highlights credit unions that excel in delivering trusted, high-quality financial services and strong member experiences at the local level. Bay Federal Credit Union is proud to be recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026.

“We deeply appreciate the trust our members place in us,” said Carrie Birkhofer, President and CEO of Bay Federal Credit Union. “Being one of a small group of credit unions in California named to this year’s Forbes list is an honor that speaks to our service, our relationships, and our commitment to the communities we serve.”

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About Bay Federal Credit Union
Bay Federal Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution that serves over 96,000 members, including 3,100 local businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. With more than $1.8 billion in assets, Bay Federal is the largest member-owned financial institution in the region. The organization has been proudly serving its members and the community since 1957. Bay Federal is a certified Community Development Financial Institution, with a primary mission of promoting community development alongside their financial activities. Bay Federal has an award-winning employee volunteer program in which employees have given their own money and volunteer for numerous local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community events each year. CONTACT INFORMATION:
Bay Federal Credit Union
Mark Ely
831.477.8606
mely@bayfed.com