NCUA Insured
Member-Owned
2 charter
Established in 1965
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Membership Eligibility
Anyone who lives, works, or worships in or around Chicago, IL may be eligible to join. Community credit unions are open to the general public within their service area.
Check eligibility on their website →NCUA Insured — deposits protected up to $250,000
Member-Owned — not-for-profit cooperative
2 charter
Established in 1965
Low-Income Designated
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Services Offered
This credit union is located in Chicago and serves members in the IL area. Currently serving 2,219 members.
Contact the credit union to confirm membership eligibility requirements for your area.
Credit union membership is based on a common bond. Contact this credit union directly to confirm you qualify for membership.
Rates sourced from NCUA call report data (Q1 2025). Contact the credit union for current rates and terms.
New Auto Loan
4.67%Used Auto Loan
5.81%Personal Loan
12.01%Credit Card APR
8.90%Important: Rates are sourced from NCUA call report filings (Q1 2025) and reflect averages reported by the credit union — not guaranteed quotes. Contact the credit union directly for current rates and terms.
Your actual rate will vary based on your credit score, loan term, and financial profile. Personal loans and credit cards tend to see the most variation.
Lowest rates currently reported by credit unions in IL (NCUA Q1 2025).
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4.8
47 Google reviews
Reviews sourced from Google Maps. Ratings reflect member experiences at this credit union.
View on Google MapsLeo Zuniga
4 months ago
The staff here is great! Juana was very kind and patient with my transaction. I didn’t feel rushed and all my questions were answered. I’m glad this location is now open as it’s very convenient location. I hope ATMs are installed soon as well.
pamela vogan
7 months ago
The staff at archer Heights/ Credit Union 1 are the most qualified staff I have ever had the pleasure to know and associate with. I have been with Archer Heights for over 40 + years and look forward to having more time with the staff there. The staff at Archer heights/ Credit Union 1 is the reason I bank at the Archer Heights / Credit Union one. They’re an amazing team!! Kudos to you all!!
Alice Moore
6 months ago
The employees at the Archer location are amazingly wonderful. Been with Archer Heights for years and I have to say that I was afraid of the change. I’m grateful that the people I have grown to know and love are still there . Y’all rock Maribel and the crew ❤️❤️
Littlelam
3 months ago
I was having lots of problems with my account but the young man I think his name was Ted helped me. Very kind and patient with me, i was grateful. I will start coming to this location more often.
Donald Viggiano
4 months ago
Been using this place since before it became Credit Union 1, great Staff and now more services. ..just don't understand why they took away their Saturday hours...it was only 4..5 hrs but was nice as someone who has to go out of their way to visit.
Weekdays 9am–4pm typically have the shortest wait times for new member inquiries.
Your deposits are federally insured up to $250,000 per account category by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
Phone
(773) 229-1500Website
Visit WebsiteMembers
2,219
Total Assets
$20.3M
Year Opened
1965
Net Worth
Well Capitalized
Designations
Official NCUA Data
All data sourced from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
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