Total Assets
$213M
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
Farmers Savings Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Fostoria, Iowa · Est. 1916. 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 #18284 Kansas City Region
F
Health grade
At Risk
Score: 22/100
Basel III capital ratios — Farmers Savings Bank
Total Deposits
$167M
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$166M
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$2M
Bottom-line earnings
Safety Metrics
Tier 1 capital ratio
Well-capitalized 10%
0.00% of risk-weighted assets — below the federal "well-capitalized" threshold of 10%.
Tier 1 Capital Ratio
Core capital ÷ risk-weighted assets. Well-capitalized: ≥10%
0.00%
Texas Ratio
Non-performing loans ÷ equity. Danger zone: >100%
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Equity Capital
Tangible book value as a capital buffer
$25M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
0.74%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
6.51%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
62.76%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$10M
Interest Income
$279K
Non-Interest Income
$4M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Farmers Savings Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #18284). 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 Farmers Savings Bank
Farmers Savings Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #18284) headquartered in Fostoria, Iowa, established in 1916. The bank currently holds $213M in total assets and $167M in customer deposits, with $166M 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, Farmers Savings Bank reports a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 0.00% — below the 6% "adequately capitalized" minimum set by federal regulators and a Texas Ratio of —. Equity capital stands at $25M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 0.74% and a Return on Equity of 6.51%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 62.76% — above the 60% benchmark, meaning a larger share of revenue is consumed by operating costs. The combined picture yields a PlainBankData health grade of F (22/100), 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 Farmers Savings 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 Iowa by total assets
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite — Call Report (FFIEC 031/041) + CRA performance data Farmers Savings Bank (FDIC Cert #18284) — 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 Iowa
All Iowa banks →| Bank | Assets | Grade | ROA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Bank Des Moines | $9.3B | B | 1.24% |
| Bankers Trust Company Des Moines | $7.5B | C | 1.10% |
| MidWestOne Bank Iowa City | $6.3B | B | 1.12% |
| Hills Bank and Trust Company Hills | $4.6B | D | 1.36% |
| West Bank West Des Moines | $4.1B | C | 0.94% |
| Northwest Bank Spencer | $3.0B | C | 1.03% |
| Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust Company Cedar Rapids | $2.9B | B | 2.83% |
| Quad City Bank and Trust Company Bettendorf | $2.7B | B | 1.30% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmers Savings Bank's health grade? ▼
Farmers Savings Bank receives a health grade of F (22/100) based on four FDIC financial metrics: Tier 1 Capital Ratio (40%), Return on Assets (25%), Texas Ratio (20%), and Efficiency Ratio (15%). This bank has significant financial challenges. All deposits remain FDIC-insured up to $250,000.
How large is Farmers Savings Bank? ▼
Farmers Savings Bank holds $213M in total assets and $167M in deposits. It is headquartered in Fostoria, Iowa.
Is my money safe at Farmers Savings Bank? ▼
Yes. Farmers Savings Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #18284). 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 Farmers Savings Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
Farmers Savings Bank has a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 0.00%. The federal "well-capitalized" threshold is 10%. This bank is below the 6% minimum for "adequately capitalized" status.
How efficient is Farmers Savings Bank? ▼
Farmers Savings Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 62.76%. 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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