- Payday loans in Boaz follow Alabama law (Alabama Deferred Presentment Services Act).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $52.50 (17.5% fee).
- The nearest larger city is Gadsden, about 15 miles away.
Boaz at a glance
| Boaz | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 10,473 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.6% (growing) |
| Counties | Etowah County and Marshall County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 63rd |
| Nearest larger city | Gadsden (about 15 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in these counties | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 27 (about 127,652 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
There is no separate Boaz payday law: Alabama rules apply here, and any lender serving Boaz residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Boaz
No credit union has its main office in Boaz, but these are based elsewhere in Etowah County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Emblem Credit Union in Gadsden (state charter)
- Family Savings Credit Union in Rainbow City (state charter)
- Winsouth Credit Union in Gadsden (state charter)
Only federal credit unions can offer payday alternative loans (PALs), capped at 28% APR; state-chartered credit unions often have their own small-loan products. Membership rules apply, and only main offices are listed here; find branches near you with the NCUA Credit Union Locator. See how PALs work.
Payday loan rules that apply in Boaz
In short, Alabama rules that cover Boaz include: maximum loan: $500 outstanding in total (checked through a statewide database); maximum fee: 17.5% of the amount advanced; loan term: 10 to 31 days. See the full Alabama payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Boaz
At Alabama’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $52.50 (17.5% fee). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 456% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Etowah County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Boaz residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Etowah County.
- A credit union payday alternative loan (max 28% APR). See PALs explained.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if offered (compare banks).
- A cash advance app for $20–$500 (apps compared).
Towns near Boaz
The nearest larger city is Gadsden, about 15 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Boaz?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Boaz under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Boaz?
At Alabama’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $52.50 (17.5% fee). The typical statewide APR was 456% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Boaz?
No credit union is headquartered in Boaz, but Emblem Credit Union is based in Gadsden, also in Etowah County.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
- U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
- NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
- NCLC — Consumer Credit Regulation: Alabama
- Lexology — Alabama establishes payday loan database
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary