Total Assets
$9.3B
Total balance-sheet footings
2026 data FDIC sourced Public-data reference.
Principal Bank — FDIC Bank Health Profile
Des Moines, Iowa · Est. 1998. 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 #34507 Kansas City Region
B
Health grade
Good
Score: 75/100
Basel III capital ratios — Principal Bank
Total Deposits
$8.8B
Customer-funded liabilities
Net Loans
$2.8B
Outstanding loan book
Net Income
$111M
Bottom-line earnings
Safety Metrics
Tier 1 capital ratio
Well-capitalized 10%
15.46% of risk-weighted assets — above the federal "well-capitalized" threshold of 10%.
Tier 1 Capital Ratio
Core capital ÷ risk-weighted assets. Well-capitalized: ≥10%
15.46%
Texas Ratio
Non-performing loans ÷ equity. Danger zone: >100%
—
Equity Capital
Tangible book value as a capital buffer
$491M
Profitability Metrics
Return on Assets (ROA)
Net income ÷ assets. Healthy: ≥1%
1.24%
Return on Equity (ROE)
Net income ÷ equity. Industry avg: ~10%
25.47%
Efficiency Ratio
Operating costs ÷ revenue. Efficient: <60%
47.85%
Income & Expense Breakdown
$379M
Interest Income
$72M
Non-Interest Income
$137M
Non-Interest Expense
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Principal Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #34507). 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 Principal Bank
Principal Bank is an FDIC-insured institution (Certificate #34507) headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, established in 1998. The bank currently holds $9.3B in total assets and $8.8B in customer deposits, with $2.8B 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, Principal Bank reports a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 15.46% — above the 10% federal threshold for "well-capitalized" status and a Texas Ratio of —. Equity capital stands at $491M, serving as the tangible buffer against loan losses. On profitability, the bank posted a Return on Assets of 1.24% and a Return on Equity of 25.47%, with an Efficiency Ratio of 47.85% — below the 60% mark considered efficient for the industry. The combined picture yields a PlainBankData health grade of B (75/100), 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 Principal 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 Principal Bank (FDIC Cert #34507) — 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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% |
| Fidelity Bank & Trust Dubuque | $2.5B | C | 1.06% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Principal Bank's health grade? ▼
Principal Bank receives a health grade of B (75/100) 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 good financial health with solid capital levels above regulatory minimums.
How large is Principal Bank? ▼
Principal Bank holds $9.3B in total assets and $8.8B in deposits. It is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa.
Is my money safe at Principal Bank? ▼
Yes. Principal Bank is FDIC-insured (Certificate #34507). 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 Principal Bank's Tier 1 Capital Ratio? ▼
Principal Bank has a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 15.46%. This exceeds the 10% threshold for "well-capitalized" status under federal banking regulations.
How efficient is Principal Bank? ▼
Principal Bank has an Efficiency Ratio of 47.85%. 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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