Northern Credit Union - NY
BankingNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Northern Credit Union - NY operates as a member-owned financial cooperative in the banking sector, located in Watertown, New York. The organization traces its origins to 1955 when a group of New York Air Brake employees established Northern Federal Credit Union to provide safe savings growth and access to reasonably priced loans. Over the years it expanded its field of membership and adopted a series of name changes to reflect growth, and today serves more than 30,000 members through seven branches across the North Country, complemented by a comprehensive online and mobile banking program. The credit union emphasizes financial services, resources, and education intended to help members reach their financial goals, reflecting its cooperative focus. Members have access to a nationwide network of more than 50,000 surcharge-free ATMs, expanding their convenience beyond local branches. In March 2024, reports noted a merger announcement with Copperfin Credit Union, indicating ongoing consolidation in the region.