Unfortunately, routing numbers aren't clearly labeled on personal checks or elsewhere, so it can be tough to find them on a paper check. Let us break down routing numbers and how to find them in ...

The routing number on a check represents the financial institution sending the payment. The other number is the number assigned to your checking account when you open the account.

If you look at a bank-issued check, you’ll see a series of numbers printed along the bottom edge of the check. The first set of numbers is the nine-digit bank routing number.

Routing numbers were developed by the American Bankers Association in 1910 for processing checks. They’re also known as ABA routing numbers or routing transit numbers. Today, routing numbers are ...

Again, the routing number for your checking account will be on the bottom left of the check. It’s located under the check’s “memo” line, where you write the purpose of the check.

Though a routing number is specific to your bank or credit union, an account number is specific to each account. Account numbers vary in length but typically only go up to 12 digits.

The routing number is a 9-digit code that is unique to your bank. If you’re unsure how to find the routing number, check the bottom left corner of your checks or search your account statement.