Total Assets
$1.1B
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
Northstar Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Bad Axe, Michigan · Est. 2001. 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 #57097 Chicago Region
F
Health grade
At Risk
Score: 32/100
Basel III capital ratios — Northstar Bank
Total Deposits
$944M
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$953M
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$14M
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
$95M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
1.31%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
15.19%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
57.89%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$59M
Interest Income
$9M
Non-Interest Income
$29M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Northstar Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #57097). 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 Northstar Bank
Northstar Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #57097) headquartered in Bad Axe, Michigan, established in 2001. The bank currently holds $1.1B in total assets and $944M in customer deposits, with $953M deployed as loans. It operates as a State chartered (State member bank) within the FDIC Chicago 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, Northstar 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 $95M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 1.31% and a Return on Equity of 15.19%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 57.89% — below the 60% mark considered efficient for the industry. The combined picture yields a PlainBankData health grade of F (32/100), 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 Northstar 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 Michigan by total assets
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite — Call Report (FFIEC 031/041) + CRA performance data Northstar Bank (FDIC Cert #57097) — 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 Michigan
All Michigan banks →| Bank | Assets | Grade | ROA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northpointe Bank Grand Rapids | $7.0B | C | 1.39% |
| First National Bank of America East Lansing | $6.7B | A | 2.94% |
| Mercantile Bank Grand Rapids | $6.2B | B | 1.61% |
| Independent Bank Grand Rapids | $5.5B | C | 1.33% |
| ChoiceOne Bank Sparta | $4.4B | C | 0.79% |
| Macatawa Bank, National Association Holland | $3.7B | C | 1.39% |
| Bank of Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $3.3B | B | 1.72% |
| Isabella Bank Mount Pleasant | $2.2B | C | 1.01% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northstar Bank's health grade? ▼
Northstar Bank receives a health grade of F (32/100) 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 Northstar Bank? ▼
Northstar Bank holds $1.1B in total assets and $944M in deposits. It is headquartered in Bad Axe, Michigan.
Is my money safe at Northstar Bank? ▼
Yes. Northstar Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #57097). 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 Northstar Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
Northstar 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 Northstar Bank? ▼
Northstar Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 57.89%. Below 60% is considered efficient — the bank converts a strong share of revenue into profit. This metric compares non-interest expenses to total revenue.
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