Availa Bank has received a 5-Star Superior Rating from Bauer Financial.

This honor is awarded to banks based on a number of different financial criteria, including profitability/loss trends, level of delinquent loans, the community reinvestment rating , historical data and liquidity.

“At Availa Bank, we believe our people make a difference,” said Jeff Scharfenkamp, president and chief executive officer of the bank. “We have always recognized the skills and talents that set our team above the rest. We are proud to be acknowledged by Bauer Financial with this 5-Star rating and know that we will continue to strive for excellence in everything we do.”

Availa Bank has branches in Fort Dodge, Jewell, Pocahontas, and Webster City.