These bonds have stopped earning interest. Every Series EE bond issued in 1980 has passed final maturity (from Jan 2010). Holding them longer adds nothing, so most owners cash them. If you haven't reported the interest yet, it was taxable for the year the bond matured. How to cash them · Taxes
Key facts about 1980 Series EE bonds
- A $100 bond issued May 1980 is now worth 6.7 times its $50.00 purchase price.
- The issue month matters a lot this year: a $100 bond from May is worth $334.80, but one from November only $306.88 (8% less), because bonds issued in different months earn under different interest terms.
- It stopped earning interest in Jan 2010 and has been frozen at $331.48 since. Every month it stays uncashed earns nothing.
- It was already worth more than its $100 face value when Treasury's records begin (May 1992).
Value by issue month
| Issue month | $50 bond | $100 bond | $500 bond | $1,000 bond | Status | Final maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1980 | $165.74 | $331.48 | $1,657.40 | $3,314.80 | Stopped earning | Jan 2010 |
| February 1980 | $165.74 | $331.48 | $1,657.40 | $3,314.80 | Stopped earning | Feb 2010 |
| March 1980 | $165.74 | $331.48 | $1,657.40 | $3,314.80 | Stopped earning | Mar 2010 |
| April 1980 | $165.74 | $331.48 | $1,657.40 | $3,314.80 | Stopped earning | Apr 2010 |
| May 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | May 2010 |
| June 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | Jun 2010 |
| July 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | Jul 2010 |
| August 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | Aug 2010 |
| September 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | Sep 2010 |
| October 1980 | $167.40 | $334.80 | $1,674.00 | $3,348.00 | Stopped earning | Oct 2010 |
| November 1980 | $153.44 | $306.88 | $1,534.40 | $3,068.80 | Stopped earning | Nov 2010 |
| December 1980 | $153.44 | $306.88 | $1,534.40 | $3,068.80 | Stopped earning | Dec 2010 |
Values as of October 2026. Other face values are proportional: a $200 bond is worth twice the $100 value. Click a month to open it in the calculator.
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Questions about 1980 Series EE bonds
How much is a $100 Series EE bond from 1980 worth?
As of October 2026, a $100 Series EE bond issued in 1980 is worth $306.88 to $334.80, depending on the month it was issued. It cost $50.00 new.
Why are some 1980 Series EE bonds worth more than others?
Bonds issued in different months of 1980 earn under different interest terms. As of October 2026 a $100 bond from May is worth $334.80 versus $306.88 for November. Always check the exact issue month on your bond.
Do 1980 Series EE bonds still earn interest?
No. They have all reached final maturity and stopped earning interest.
Is the value before tax?
Yes. Savings bond interest is subject to federal income tax but not state or local income tax.
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