Total Assets
$1.1B
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
Border Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Fargo, North Dakota · Est. 1972. Free, sourced from the FDIC BankFind Suite — refreshed each quarter and cross-checked against the FDIC Call Report.
State chartered State member bank FDIC Cert #20776 Kansas City Region
D
Health grade
Weak
Score: 36/100
Basel III capital ratios — Border Bank
Total Deposits
$913M
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$890M
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$10M
Bottom-line earnings
Safety Metrics
Tier 1 capital ratio
Well-capitalized 10%
10.00% of risk-weighted assets — below the federal "well-capitalized" threshold of 10%.
Tier 1 Capital Ratio
Core capital ÷ risk-weighted assets. Well-capitalized: ≥10%
10.00%
Texas Ratio
Non-performing loans ÷ equity. Danger zone: >100%
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Equity Capital
Tangible book value as a capital buffer
$93M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
0.96%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
11.23%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
70.66%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$56M
Interest Income
$7M
Non-Interest Income
$30M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Border Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #20776). Your deposits are protected up to $250,000 per depositor, per account category regardless of this bank's health grade.
What the Numbers Say About Border Bank
Border Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #20776) headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, established in 1972. The bank currently holds $1.1B in total assets and $913M in customer deposits, with $890M deployed as loans. It operates as a State chartered (State member bank) within the FDIC Kansas City region. These figures come directly from the bank's quarterly FDIC Call Report and reflect the balance sheet as of the latest regulatory filing.
On safety metrics, Border Bank reports a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 10.00% — meeting the 6% "adequately capitalized" minimum but below the 10% "well-capitalized" benchmark and a Texas Ratio of —. Equity capital stands at $93M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 0.96% and a Return on Equity of 11.23%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 70.66% — above the 60% benchmark, meaning a larger share of revenue is consumed by operating costs. The combined picture yields a PlainBankData health grade of D (36/100), a composite score that blends all four dimensions.
Not financial advice. This page summarizes public FDIC Call Report data for informational purposes only. Health grades are our interpretation of regulatory filings and are not official FDIC ratings, endorsements, or predictions. Regardless of grade, every dollar on deposit at Border Bank is protected by FDIC insurance up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category — even if the bank were to fail. For decisions about where to hold deposits, consult a qualified financial professional and verify the latest figures directly at the FDIC's BankFind Suite.
Top 5 banks in North Dakota by total assets
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite — Call Report (FFIEC 031/041) + CRA performance data Border Bank (FDIC Cert #20776) — Tier 1 capital ratio, total assets, deposits, CRA rating · 2025 FDIC Call Reports filed quarterly; latest publicly-available vintage shown. Health grades are PlainBankData's interpretation of regulatory filings and are not official FDIC ratings.
Other Banks in North Dakota
All North Dakota banks →| Bank | Assets | Grade | ROA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Bank Fargo | $14.4B | D | 0.59% |
| First International Bank & Trust Watford City | $6.2B | C | 1.69% |
| Choice Financial Group Fargo | $6.0B | F | 1.22% |
| Alerus Financial, National Association Grand Forks | $5.2B | D | 0.42% |
| Gate City Bank Fargo | $4.0B | F | 0.60% |
| Bravera Bank Dickinson | $3.8B | C | 1.12% |
| Western State Bank Devils Lake | $2.6B | B | 1.79% |
| First Western Bank & Trust Minot | $2.3B | F | 0.84% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Border Bank's health grade? ▼
Border Bank receives a health grade of D (36/100) based on four FDIC financial metrics: Tier 1 Capital Ratio (40%), Return on Assets (25%), Texas Ratio (20%), and Efficiency Ratio (15%). This bank shows notable financial weaknesses. Your deposits remain FDIC-insured up to $250,000.
How large is Border Bank? ▼
Border Bank holds $1.1B in total assets and $913M in deposits. It is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota.
Is my money safe at Border Bank? ▼
Yes. Border Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #20776). Your deposits are protected up to $250,000 per depositor, per account category, regardless of the bank's health grade. If a bank fails, the FDIC typically makes insured deposits available within one business day.
What is Border Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
Border Bank has a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 10.00%. The federal "well-capitalized" threshold is 10%. This bank meets the minimum 6% "adequately capitalized" standard.
How efficient is Border Bank? ▼
Border Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 70.66%. Above 60% means a larger share of revenue goes to operating costs. This metric compares non-interest expenses to total revenue.
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