Forbes names Fairfield County Bank #1 best-in-state bank in Connecticut.
Ridgefield, CT—August 12, 2025: Fairfield County Bank has been recognized as #1 on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Banks 2025. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes in collaboration with Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list can be viewed on the Forbes website: https://www.forbes.com/lists/best-in-state-banks/.
Financial institutions like Fairfield County Bank serve as the foundation of the financial world, playing a critical role in maintaining the stability of global systems. America’s Best-In-State Banks 2025 aims to showcase the institutions most valued by residents in each state and to recognize the banks that have excelled in meeting the unique needs and expectations of their local communities. The ranking is based on an independent survey of over 26,000 customers in the U.S. Participants evaluated banks on several criteria, including Trust, Financial Advice, Customer Services, Digital Services, Branch Services, and Terms & Conditions. They also rated the importance of these criteria. A sentiment analysis was conducted using publicly available reviews to generate a score.
"We are honored to be recognized as the top bank in Connecticut and one of the best banks in the nation," said David Schneider, CEO. "This award reflects the trust our clients place in us every day, as well as the hard work of our team. We are committed to continuously raising the bar for service excellence and delivering real value to our clients and community."
Daniel Berta, President of Fairfield County Bank, stated, “We deeply appreciate the continued trust of our clients and the commitment of our team. As we look toward the future, our dedication to putting customers first through best-in-class technology, exceptional service, and meaningful community engagement, will only strengthen. We’re excited about the journey ahead and remain focused on delivering the best banking experience for everyone we serve.”
This prestigious award reflects Fairfield County Bank’s commitment to excellence and the Bank’s ability to combine innovative banking technologies with a personalized approach to customer service, creating an experience that truly sets Fairfield County Bank apart in the industry.
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Founded in 1871, Fairfield County Bank is a $1.7 billion community bank with locations throughout Fairfield County. Fairfield County Bank delivers a full range of financial services through superior Client relationships and the knowledge that when you put your money in Fairfield County Bank, it stays in Fairfield County — strengthening our communities. Visit www.fairfieldcountybank.com to find out more about the Bank.
