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Member-Owned Credit Union · Greater Phoenix AZ

Banking that works for you, not shareholders.

Desert Sky Credit Union is 100% member-owned. That means lower fees, better rates, and local decisions made by people who live and work in the same communities you do.

NCUA Insured Member-owned & local No hidden fees Secure online banking
28,000+
Members served
7
Branch locations
4.9
Member rating
$250K
NCUA deposit coverage

Member services

Everything you need from a bank -- without the bank fees

From free checking to home mortgages and mobile banking, Desert Sky Credit Union offers a full range of financial services built around what our members actually need.

Free Checking Accounts

No monthly fees, no minimum balance, and free access to thousands of ATMs nationwide. Banking should be simple.

Savings & Money Market

Earn more on your savings with competitive dividend rates on regular savings, money market, and certificate accounts.

Auto Loans

New or used, our auto loan rates beat most banks. Get pre-approved in minutes and drive off the lot the same day.

Home Loans & Mortgages

Purchase, refinance, or tap home equity with local underwriting. We review your application here in Arizona -- not a call center.

Visa Credit Cards

Low-rate Visa cards with no annual fee, no foreign transaction fees, and rewards that actually add up. Apply online today.

Online & Mobile Banking

Deposit checks, pay bills, transfer funds, and lock your card -- all from the Desert Sky app, available on iOS and Android.

The Desert Sky difference

Member-owned means you come first -- every time.

Unlike traditional banks, we have no outside shareholders. Every dollar of profit goes back to our members through better rates, lower fees, and improved services.

  • No monthly maintenance fees -- ever, on any checking account.
  • Competitive loan rates on auto, home, and personal loans.
  • Local underwriting -- your loan decision is made here in Arizona.
  • $250,000 NCUA deposit insurance on all member accounts.
About Desert Sky CU
28,000+ members strong

How to join

Membership takes just a few minutes

Open your account online or in branch

Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or worships in Maricopa County. Apply in under 10 minutes online or stop by any branch.

Fund your membership share

A $5 deposit into a savings account establishes your membership and makes you a part-owner of the credit union -- that is all it takes.

Access all member benefits

Enjoy full access to loans, cards, online banking, and every other service we offer. Your money works harder the moment you join.

Member stories

Trusted by thousands of Arizona families

"I refinanced my car through Desert Sky and saved $85 a month. The whole process took less than a day and everyone was genuinely helpful. I am never going back to a big bank."

Sandra M.Glendale, AZ

"Finally a bank -- sorry, credit union -- that feels like they are on my side. Free checking with no gotchas, great app, and the tellers actually know my name."

James R.Phoenix, AZ

"We used Desert Sky for our home purchase and it was the smoothest mortgage experience I have had. Local underwriting made a real difference in closing fast."

Teresa & Marco L.Peoria, AZ

Your community credit union is waiting for you.

Join Desert Sky Credit Union today -- membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or worships in Maricopa County.