Centier Bank Named Indiana’s Top Bank on Forbes 2026 Best-in-State List

Centier Bank has been named the No. 1 bank in Indiana on Forbes’ 2026 Best-in-State Banks list, marking another statewide recognition for the Merrillville-based financial institution.

The annual list, compiled by Forbes in partnership with the market research firm Statista, evaluates banks across the country based on customer feedback and public ratings. This year, six Indiana banks were included on the list, with Centier earning the top ranking in the state.

Centier has now appeared on Forbes’ Indiana list for nine consecutive years. The bank also previously ranked No. 1 in Indiana in 2024, 2020 and 2019.

The Best-in-State Banks survey included input from more than 26,000 U.S. residents, who rated their financial institutions on overall satisfaction, customer service, financial advice, fee transparency, digital tools and trust. Statista also reviewed more than 1.2 million public ratings and reviews of financial institutions from February 2023 through March 2026. Survey responses made up 80% of the final score, while public reviews accounted for 20%.

Chris Campbell, President of Centier Bank, said the recognition reflects the work of the bank’s associates and their focus on customer service.

“Being recognized again as the best bank in Indiana for 2026 by Forbes is really an honor and testament to the commitment of our associates in providing the highest level of customer service and hospitality to our clients every day,” Campbell said.

Campbell added that Centier has focused this year on improving both the associate and client experience, while continuing what the bank describes as its servant-heart culture.

The Forbes recognition follows several other recent honors for Centier. In 2025, American Banker magazine named Centier the top Best Bank to Work For in Indiana and ranked it No. 5 nationally. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce also recognized the bank during its Best Places to Work Awards for the 20th consecutive year. In addition, Northwest Indiana Business Magazine recently named Centier the best bank in Northwest Indiana for business and customer service in its 2026 awards.

Founded in 1895, Centier Bank is Indiana’s largest private, family-owned and operated bank. The bank has more than $10 billion in assets, more than 64 offices and serves 35 communities across 12 counties. Centier employs more than 1,100 associates.

More information about the Forbes Best-in-State Banks list is available through Forbes.