Berkshire Bank
- Bank Name:Berkshire Bank
- Bank Class:State Chartered - FED Nonmember Bank
- Member FDIC:Certificate #23621
- Routing Number:ACH & Wire - 211871691
- Locations:96 Branches in 5 states
- Web Address:berkshirebank.com
Berkshire Bank Information
Berkshire Bank was founded in February 1846 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. The bank operates as a subsidiary of Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation records and based on the institution's charter type, Berkshire Bank is classified as a commercial bank, state charter and Fed nonmember, supervised by the FDIC. Berkshire Bank is a FDIC-insured bank with certificate number of 23621. The assigned Fed RSSD ID of Berkshire Bank is 473501.
Berkshire Bank currently operates with 96 branches located in 5 states. The bank has most branches in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Vermont and Rhode Island. As of today, Berkshire Bank is the 75th largest bank in US by branch count. Berkshire Bank is the 9th largest bank in Massachusetts with 41 branches; 28th in New York with 25 branches, 11th in Connecticut with 21 branches, 15th in Vermont with 5 branches and 14th in Rhode Island with 4 branches.
A routing number is a nine-digit code used to identify a financial institution. The bank has one routing number in our database and the routing number for Berkshire Bank is 211871691. This routing number is necessary to process ACH transfers, wire transactions, direct deposits, bill payments, and other monetary transfers within the US.
The full address of bank headquarters is 60 State St., Boston, MA 02109. You can visit the official website of the bank at https://www.berkshirebank.com for more information and online banking service if available. For a comprehensive list of Berkshire Bank branches, including detailed information such as hours of operation, contact numbers, addresses, available services, and more, please narrow your search by selecting a location from the map or list below.
Map Of Branch Locations
Bank Offices By State
- 21 Offices in CT
- 41 Offices in MA
- NYNew York25 Offices in NY
- 4 Offices in RI
- VTVermont5 Offices in VT
History Of Berkshire Bank
Berkshire Bank, established in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, has undergone significant changes and expansions since its inception. Initially known as Great Barrington Savings Bank, it acquired FDIC insurance on January 2, 1982, and later changed its name to Berkshire Bank on May 1, 1997. Over the years, the bank transitioned through various organizational types, culminating in its designation as a state-chartered bank on July 11, 2014. Berkshire Bank has a history of strategic acquisitions, strengthening its presence in the northeastern United States. Notable acquisitions include The Rome Savings Bank in Rome, New York (April 1, 2011), Legacy Banks in Pittsfield, Massachusetts (July 21, 2011), and The Connecticut Bank and Trust Company in Hartford, Connecticut (April 20, 2012). Its most recent acquisition was Savings Institute Bank and Trust Company located in Willimantic, Connecticut, completed on May 17, 2019.
Below is a list of some important events in bank's history, including mergers and acquisitions.
05-17-2019Acquired Savings Institute Bank and Trust Company in Willimantic, CT.
10-13-2017Acquired Commerce Bank & Trust Company in Worcester, MA.
12-03-2016Acquired First Choice Bank in Lawrenceville, NJ.
04-18-2015Acquired Hampden Bank in Springfield, MA.
07-11-2014Changed Organization Type to Trust Company.
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Complaint against Berkshire Bank - Christine Wylie-Branch Mrg. Hebron CT. I called the branch on July 5, 2024. Christine answered (the new manager). I used to deal with Darleen the Assistant Mrg. but she was off that day (my wife and I knew her well and she would have let me discuss my wife's accounts with my wife's approval on the phone). My wife and I verified who we where. My wife asked if I co... Read more
This is a WONDERFUL bank. Their security and customer service is AMAZING!... Read more
I needed help with my Berkshire bank ATM card. Even though the manager was not busy, she told me to get help with someone else ! Very poor customer service. I will go to another branch, this is unacceptable !... Read more
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