Suffolk 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 award list was announced on June 17, 2026, and is available on the Forbes website.
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 customer 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. Suffolk Credit Union is proud to be recognized on the Forbes list of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026.
"Being recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions is an incredible honor and a reflection of the trust our members place in us every day," said Michele Dean, President & CEO of Suffolk Credit Union. "This recognition belongs to our members and our dedicated team, whose commitment to exceptional service, trusted financial guidance, and strengthening our communities makes this achievement possible. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve Long Islanders and remain committed to helping our members achieve their financial goals."