Total Assets
$67M
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
First Western Federal Savings Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Rapid City, South Dakota · Est. 1979. Free, sourced from the FDIC BankFind Suite — refreshed each quarter and cross-checked against the FDIC Call Report.
Nationally chartered (OCC) Savings bank FDIC Cert #31972 Kansas City Region
F
Health grade
At Risk
Score: 33/100
Basel III capital ratios — First Western Federal Savings Bank
Total Deposits
$44M
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$56M
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$1M
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
$11M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
1.84%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
10.74%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
60.39%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$5M
Interest Income
$1K
Non-Interest Income
$2M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
First Western Federal Savings Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #31972). 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 First Western Federal Savings Bank
First Western Federal Savings Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #31972) headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota, established in 1979. The bank currently holds $67M in total assets and $44M in customer deposits, with $56M deployed as loans. It operates as a Nationally chartered (OCC) (Savings 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, First Western Federal 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 $11M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 1.84% and a Return on Equity of 10.74%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 60.39% — 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 (33/100), 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 First Western Federal 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 South Dakota by total assets
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite — Call Report (FFIEC 031/041) + CRA performance data First Western Federal Savings Bank (FDIC Cert #31972) — 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 South Dakota
All South Dakota banks →| Bank | Assets | Grade | ROA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citibank, National Association Sioux Falls | $1.8T | C | 0.85% |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association Sioux Falls | $1.8T | B | 1.41% |
| The Bancorp Bank, National Association Sioux Falls | $9.3B | B | 2.81% |
| Pathward, National Association Sioux Falls | $7.6B | B | 2.65% |
| Dacotah Bank Aberdeen | $4.8B | C | 1.01% |
| First Bank & Trust Brookings | $4.7B | F | 1.02% |
| First PREMIER Bank Sioux Falls | $4.2B | B | 1.67% |
| First Dakota National Bank Yankton | $3.2B | C | 1.38% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Western Federal Savings Bank's health grade? ▼
First Western Federal Savings Bank receives a health grade of F (33/100) 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 First Western Federal Savings Bank? ▼
First Western Federal Savings Bank holds $67M in total assets and $44M in deposits. It is headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Is my money safe at First Western Federal Savings Bank? ▼
Yes. First Western Federal Savings Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #31972). 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 First Western Federal Savings Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
First Western Federal 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 First Western Federal Savings Bank? ▼
First Western Federal Savings Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 60.39%. 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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