Routing Number 073921938 — MAXWELL STATE BANK, MAXWELL, IA

Q: What bank does routing number 073921938 belong to?

Routing number 073921938 belongs to MAXWELL STATE BANK, located at 122 MAIN ST., MAXWELL, IA 50161. This 9-digit ABA routing number is registered with the American Bankers Association and the Federal Reserve E-Payments Routing Directory. Use 073921938 for ACH transfers, direct deposits, and check payments associated with MAXWELL STATE BANK accounts in MAXWELL, IA.

Q: What is routing number 073921938 used for?

Routing number 073921938 is used for: Direct deposit — payroll, IRS tax refunds, Social Security, VA benefits to a MAXWELL STATE BANK accountACH transfers — online bill payments, electronic debits, bank-to-bank transfersCheck payments — this routing number is printed at the bottom-left of every MAXWELL STATE BANK personal checkACH debit authorisations — recurring payments to utilities, subscriptions, and insurance providers For international wire transfers, you need the SWIFT/BIC code instead — not this routing number.

Q: Is routing number 073921938 the same for ACH and wire transfers?

Not necessarily. Routing number 073921938 is the ABA routing number for ACH payments, direct deposits, and check processing. Domestic wire transfers may use a different routing number — many large banks maintain a separate wire routing number from their ACH routing number. Always confirm the correct wire routing number with MAXWELL STATE BANK directly before initiating a wire transfer. For international wires, a SWIFT/BIC code is required — visit BankZop's SWIFT Code Lookup.

Q: How do I use routing number 073921938 to set up direct deposit?

To set up direct deposit using routing number 073921938: (1) Obtain your MAXWELL STATE BANK account number from your online banking portal, bank statement, or the bottom of a personal check. (2) Provide routing number 073921938 and your account number to your employer's payroll department or the relevant government agency. (3) Specify your account type (checking or savings). Most payroll systems process the setup within 1–2 pay cycles. Your first direct deposit using this routing number may take one full pay period to activate.

Q: How do I read routing number 073921938 — what do the digits mean?

Routing number 073921938 follows the standard 9-digit ABA format: digits 1–4 (0739) are the Federal Reserve routing symbol — the first two identify the Federal Reserve district and the next two identify the specific Fed processing office. Digits 5–8 (2193) are the ABA institution identifier assigned to MAXWELL STATE BANK. Digit 9 (8) is a mathematically calculated check digit computed from the first 8 digits — it allows payment systems to instantly detect transcription errors. Any 9-digit number that fails the check digit formula is invalid.

Q: Where is routing number 073921938 printed on a check?

Routing number 073921938 is printed at the bottom-left of every MAXWELL STATE BANK personal check in the MICR line — the band of magnetic ink characters at the very bottom of the check. It is always the first 9-digit sequence, surrounded by transit symbols (⑆). The account number appears in the centre of the MICR line (varies in length), and the check number is on the right. Never confuse the routing number (9 digits, leftmost) with the account number.

Q: Can I use routing number 073921938 for an international transfer?

No. ABA routing numbers like 073921938 only work within the US domestic payment system (ACH and Fedwire). For international wire transfers to or from a MAXWELL STATE BANK account in MAXWELL, you need the bank's SWIFT/BIC code. Find the correct SWIFT code at BankZop's SWIFT Code Lookup. For Indian bank transfers (NEFT, RTGS, IMPS), use the IFSC Code Lookup instead.

Q: Is routing number 073921938 still active?

Routing number 073921938 is listed as active in the BankZop database as of Jun 2026, sourced from the Federal Reserve E-Payments Routing Directory. Routing numbers can be deactivated if a bank merges, is acquired, or closes a processing location. Before initiating a large wire or ACH transfer using this routing number, you can verify its current status on the Federal Reserve routing directory.

MAXWELL STATE BANK Routing Number 073921938 — MAXWELL, IA

The ABA routing number 073921938 belongs to MAXWELL STATE BANK in MAXWELL, IA. Use for ACH transfers, direct deposits, and check payments.

About Routing Number 073921938 — MAXWELL STATE BANK

Routing number 073921938 is the official 9-digit ABA routing number registered to MAXWELL STATE BANK at 122 MAIN ST., MAXWELL, IA 50161. It is registered with the American Bankers Association and the Federal Reserve E-Payments Routing Directory. This number is used exclusively within the US domestic payment system — for ACH transfers, direct deposits, check processing, and domestic wire transfers routed through Fedwire. It cannot be used for international transfers, which require a SWIFT/BIC code.

How to Read Routing Number 073921938

The 9-digit number 073921938 is structured in three segments: 0739 is the Federal Reserve routing symbol — the first two digits identify the Federal Reserve district and the next two identify the specific Federal Reserve processing office handling MAXWELL STATE BANK's transactions. 2193 is the ABA institution identifier — four digits assigned by the American Bankers Association uniquely to MAXWELL STATE BANK. 8 is the check digit — a single digit calculated from the first eight digits using a weighted sum formula (3-7-1 multipliers). Payment processing systems run this calculation in real time to catch routing number entry errors before any funds move.

ACH, Direct Deposit, and Wire — When to Use 073921938

Direct Deposit — Payroll and Government Payments: Provide routing number 073921938 and your account number to set up payroll direct deposit, IRS tax refunds, Social Security, VA benefits, or any recurring government payment.
ACH Transfers — Bill Payments and Bank Transfers: Enter 073921938 when authorising electronic debits or credits — utility bills, insurance premiums, subscription services, or bank-to-bank transfers via NACHA's ACH network.
Check Payments: This routing number is printed at the bottom-left of every MAXWELL STATE BANK personal check in MAXWELL — the first 9-digit sequence in the MICR line.
Domestic Wire Transfers via Fedwire: Confirm with MAXWELL STATE BANK whether 073921938 applies to wires — many banks use a separate wire routing number. Fedwire settles same-day in real time.

What 073921938 Cannot Be Used For

International wire transfers — require a SWIFT/BIC code. Find MAXWELL STATE BANK's SWIFT code at the SWIFT Code Lookup.
Indian bank transfers (NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI) — require an IFSC code. Use the IFSC Code Lookup.
Cheque clearing in India — requires a MICR code. Use the MICR Code Lookup.

How to Verify Routing Number 073921938 Is Correct

Before using 073921938 for a large ACH or wire transfer, verify it three ways: (1) Check the bottom-left of a MAXWELL STATE BANK personal check — the routing number must match. (2) Log into MAXWELL STATE BANK online banking under Account Details. (3) Cross-check against the Federal Reserve routing directory. BankZop sources all routing data from official ABA and Federal Reserve records as of Jun 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Routing Number 073921938

What bank does routing number 073921938 belong to?

What is routing number 073921938 used for?

Is routing number 073921938 the same for ACH and wire transfers?

How do I use routing number 073921938 to set up direct deposit?

How do I read routing number 073921938 — what do the digits mean?

Where is routing number 073921938 printed on a check?

Can I use routing number 073921938 for an international transfer?

Is routing number 073921938 still active?