NuMark Credit Union Receives Recognition on Forbes 2026 List of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions

Joliet, ILL – NuMark Credit Union (NuMark) has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings. The award list was announced on June 17, 2026, and is available on the Forbes website.
 
The America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 ranking is based on an independent survey of thousands of U.S. consumers, as well as publicly available reviews. To be eligible, credit unions must have received a minimum number of evaluations, with awarded institutions averaging more than 635 evaluations. The ranking focuses on institutions that operate in 14 states or fewer and are not online-only providers, underscoring the importance of strong regional and community-based financial relationships. Institutions are evaluated based on key criteria including customer satisfaction, trust, financial advice, digital services, terms and conditions, and member service. Rankings are determined by analyzing overall performance and member sentiment, with top-performing credit unions in each state recognized. The number of awarded institutions varies by state, based on population size and the number of eligible institutions meeting the evaluation threshold.
 
This award highlights credit unions that excel in delivering trusted, high-quality financial services and strong member experiences at the local level. NuMark is proud to be recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026.
 
“It is an honor to be ranked as one of the top credit unions in the state of Illinois,” said Michelle Balog, President & CEO of NuMark. “It is a testament to NuMark’s mission of enriching members’ financial lives and continued commitment in supporting our surrounding communities. Our team works hard to ensure that NuMark is a trusted financial partner to all our members, and we are grateful for the support of our members and communities that made this recognition possible.”
 
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About NuMark Credit Union 
NuMark Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative that has been serving those who live or work in Northeastern Illinois and Northwest Indiana for over 70 years. See NuMark Credit Union for auto loans, mortgages, checking accounts, business services and more.

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For more information call (815) 729-3211 or visit numarkcu.org.