NCUA Insured
Member-Owned
2 charter
Established in 1961
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Membership Eligibility
Anyone who lives, works, or worships in or around Ames, IA may be eligible to join. Community credit unions are open to the general public within their service area.
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Member-Owned — not-for-profit cooperative
2 charter
Established in 1961
Low-Income Designated
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Services Offered
This credit union is located in Ames and serves members in the IA area. Currently serving 6,759 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.
Key indicators from NCUA regulatory filings. Tap any metric to learn what it means.
Source: NCUA Federally Insured Credit Unions list, Q4 2025.
Rates sourced from NCUA call report data (Q4 2025). Contact the credit union for current rates and terms.
New Auto Loan
5.30%Used Auto Loan
5.60%Personal Loan
11.29%Credit Card APR
10.50%Important: Rates are sourced from NCUA call report filings (Q4 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.
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3.5
31 Google reviews
Reviews sourced from Google Maps. Ratings reflect member experiences at this credit union.
View on Google MapsAaron Burtnett
10 months ago
Overall my experience with them has been pretty good the last 13 years. 4 star because every once in a while their app and online banking is not working at all.
Devyn Smith
a year ago
I have been with RVCU for 8 or so years now and I am happy with their services!! There are minimal fees, great security for accounts, and they also gave me an awesome rate for my car loan!!! Thank you RVCU!!
Nathan Jensen
2 years ago
I have experienced great communication with these guys. Not sure why some have had bad experiences, but maybe those writing poor reviews are just bad communicators. My family have been with River Valley for nearly a decade now, and we have always experienced great service. Staff are available and ready to help with just about anything. Much appreciation to all the friendly folks serving with RVCU.
BL
2 years ago
I’m only leaving this review because I was looking at opening an account here. I’m reading other peoples reviews. People whining about getting their vehicle loan statement late or not getting stuff in the mail on time. Do you know when your payment is due when you sign the loan papers! Take some self responsibility. It’s funny you blame the financial institution, but don’t take responsibility for yourselves. The only issue I see with this credit union is the fact that they have allowed imbeciles to open up accounts who are not smart enough to manage their own finances. I will definitely be checking this place out.
Kim Minette
4 years ago
I am not sure why there are so.many 1s on this place. I have been a member longer than most employees there. Since 1980 this has been my credit union. My dad was an original member. We have had problems over the years but I take part of that as me and bad banking habits. I've never had any teller be rude. Never had no one work with me if I was in a bind. We moved 2 hours away and still worked fine. Banking is always changing and I'm glad my credit union is always doing its best to keep up with things.
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
(515) 232-1654Website
Visit WebsiteMembers
6,759
Total Assets
$113.8M
Year Opened
1961
Net Worth
Well Capitalized
Designations
Official NCUA Data
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