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About Us

Piscataqua Savings Bank is a bank with heart in the heart of Portsmouth. We’re as invested in our community as our community is in us.

We don’t just serve your neighborhood.
We’re your neighbors.

Piscataqua Savings Bank has proudly served the Seacoast since 1877, prioritizing our customers and our community. When you stroll through our bank lobby, you’ll see a place where Portsmouth meets: a warm, friendly environment where members stop to say hello and share the day. It’s what brings our customers back, year after year and generation after generation.

Since 1877

Your Local Bank Since 1877

Customers who choose Piscataqua Savings Bank believe in banking locally, with an institution that’s not just built on a foundation of financial strength, but committed to its community. That’s who we are and always have been.

In 1878, our founders set out to create a mutual savings bank that would serve the needs of the city’s merchants and homeowners, and today, over one hundred years later, we’re proud to be doing that in the kindest, most ethical way we can.

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Mission & Values

We’re an independent community bank dedicated to personally helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals, while supporting the communities where we live and work.

Our People

We’re proud of our caring, knowledgeable staff and always strive to create a rewarding work environment where they can learn, grow and feel inspired.

Our Place

As an independent, community institution, we’re dedicated to our customers and the services we provide. Together, we’re always looking for ways to make Portsmouth an even better place to live and work.

Our Purpose

To solidify the Bank’s commitment to customers, community and employees, the Bank became a certified B Corporation.

We Are

  • A local bank, committed to local people and local issues
  • Like a family, genuinely caring about our customers and each other
  • Open and available to provide practical and innovative solutions
  • Committed to staying true to our core values while embracing the changing needs of our customers
  • A safe, secure and convenient place to bank
  • The friendliest bank around

Planet
over Profit

Choosing to B.

In 2019, Piscataqua Savings Bank became a B Corporation to reinforce its commitment to customers, community and employees. We’re proud to be the ninth company in New Hampshire — and only the second bank in the state — to be certified.

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Our Services

Piscataqua Savings Bank is a mutual savings bank that offers all the services you expect. The exceptional customer service is just an added bonus.

Loans

Offering fixed and adjustable rates is just the beginning. Our friendly and experienced team of loan officers will guide you through a variety of financing options.

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Deposits

We offer all the traditional banking services and products like checking and savings accounts, CDs and money market accounts, plus special accounts that relate to specific needs and life stages like health savings accounts, retirement accounts and savings accounts for children.

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Trust & Investment

Our Trust and Investment Department assists individuals and families in planning for their major long-term financial goals with specialized wealth management strategies for investment and retirement accounts.

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Community
Involvement

Proud to be a cornerstone of the Seacoast community.

Since the beginning, Piscataqua Savings Bank has upheld a strong commitment to the Seacoast’s well-being and growth. We demonstrate our support with contributions and sponsorships for a wide range of programs and initiatives throughout the year.

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What our customers are saying

Kind Words

  • Kristin

    I enjoyed the entire process from walking into the beautiful foyer it was so warm, welcoming, and efficient. My Customer Service Rep. was wonderful. Sorry I didn’t join sooner.

  • David

    I love Piscataqua Savings! I loved it in the late 80’s when I first moved here and again in 2013, when we moved back. You all made it so easy for us!! Paul is a top notch human being and expert. I was so happy with his kindness & competence.

  • Richard

    I had the best possible experience working with Paul at Piscataqua Savings Bank in acquiring a loan to purchase our home here in Portsmouth NH. The entire team at PSB is smart, efficient, and courteous.

  • Matt

    I’ve always had a good experience banking here. Everyone is very nice and helpful. Easy to recommend – a lot better than the big banks.

  • Raymond

    Piscataqua Savings Bank is everything you remember or everything you would envision a bank to be. Everyone is polite, professional, and they know your name. You are not a number here. The bank has every product you need, but nobody is trying to sell you. You are greeted by every employee with a smile and hello. Everyone is always available to help and give you advice. It’s banking the way it used to be and should still be today.

  • Stephen

    Many years ago, we found ourselves in a difficult house buying experience and we thought we were about to lose our dream house, because of bad timing and a temporary lack of funds. I fretted for an entire weekend, but when I showed up on Monday morning, everyone assured us that this would not happen on their watch. We were eternally grateful to have a local bank as partners in this venture. We were elated and knew we were protected from the many problems associated with getting a mortgage. I can’t say enough positives about Piscataqua Savings!

  • Kathleen

    Our Loan Officer was exceptionally kind and patient with me. She explained each part and step thoroughly. She also listened to me. The bank I had been doing business with for the past 22 years was not as helpful as Piscataqua. I couldn’t be more pleased.

  • Richard

    I had the best possible experience working with Paul at Piscataqua Savings Bank in acquiring a loan to purchase our home here in Portsmouth NH. The entire team at PSB is smart, efficient, and courteous.

  • Karen

    One of the best Banks we have ever worked with. Personalized service.

  • Donna & Phil

    Our loan officer made it seem so easy and stress free. The appraiser was very nice and made it easy during COVID. We were very happy with our loan officer she was always available to answer questions even if we considered them a bit silly.

  • Ethan & Ali

    We never felt like we were waiting or wondering, Neil’s prompt service gave us confidence. Everything happened on or ahead of schedule. Neil was always happy to answer any questions in a a prompt manner and he made the experience very comfortable.

  • Paul & Joyce

    Everyone is always helpful and pleasant at Piscataqua Savings Bank. And we should know — it’s been our only bank for over 25 years!

  • Jen

    Love this bank. I moved away from Portsmouth over 6 years ago, but stuck with Piscataqua due to their customer service and commitment to the community.