America First Credit Union operates 116 branches across seven western states. AFCU’s footprint covers Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Idaho, New Mexico, California, and Oregon, with the largest concentration in Utah where the credit union is headquartered. Members also have surcharge-free access to more than 30,000 ATMs nationwide through the CO-OP and Allpoint networks, extending the practical reach of the branch network across all 50 states.
The AFCU branch footprint
AFCU’s 116 branches are distributed unevenly across its seven-state service area, reflecting the credit union’s history as a Utah institution that has expanded outward over the past two decades. The dense core remains the Wasatch Front — the metro corridor running from Ogden through Salt Lake City to Provo — where AFCU operates more branches than any other credit union. Nevada (greater Las Vegas) and Arizona (Phoenix, Tucson) are the second and third largest concentrations, followed by smaller groupings in Idaho, New Mexico, California, and Oregon.
The branch locator at americafirst.com lets members enter a ZIP code or city to see nearby branches with addresses, hours, and a phone number. Branches are also searchable by service type for members who need a specific function such as drive-through, safe deposit boxes, or notary service.
Branch hours — what to expect
Most AFCU branches follow a similar weekday schedule with shorter Saturday hours. Typical weekday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, with Saturday hours of 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Many branches remain closed on Sunday, following the cadence of the AFCU phone center which is also closed Sunday. Drive-through hours often extend slightly past lobby hours at branches that have a drive-through.
Branch hours vary by location and may differ at branches inside grocery stores or shared office complexes. Always confirm the specific branch’s hours through the AFCU branch locator before visiting, especially for non-routine visits such as notarization or safe deposit access. The corporate holiday schedule (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day) closes every branch.
State-by-state branch distribution
- UtahThe largest concentration by far. AFCU is the largest credit union in Utah and operates branches throughout the Salt Lake City, Provo, Ogden, and St. George metro areas, plus smaller towns along the Wasatch Front and central Utah.
- NevadaBranches concentrated in the Las Vegas valley, including Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Summerlin. AFCU expanded into Nevada to serve members relocating from Utah and to meet demand in a market that was historically underserved by member-owned credit unions.
- ArizonaBranches in the Phoenix metro (including Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and Scottsdale) and Tucson. Arizona is AFCU’s second largest growth market, with new branches added through the 2020s.
- IdahoBranches in the Treasure Valley (Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell) and a smaller presence in eastern Idaho. AFCU’s Idaho expansion mirrors the same population growth pattern driving demand in Utah.
- New Mexico, California, and OregonThe smallest concentrations, with branches placed in specific metropolitan areas where demand justifies physical presence. ATM and digital channel coverage compensates in markets without a nearby branch.