- Payday loans in Brent 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 Alabaster, about 27 miles away.
Brent at a glance
| Brent | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 4,074 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.4% (holding steady) |
| County | Bibb County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 124th |
| Nearest larger city | Alabaster (about 27 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 11 (about 27,909 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
There is no separate Brent payday law: Alabama rules apply here, and any lender serving Brent residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Brent
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Brent or Bibb County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.
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 Brent
In short, Alabama rules that cover Brent 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 Brent
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 Bibb County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Brent residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Bibb 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 Brent
The nearest larger city is Alabaster, about 27 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Brent?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Brent under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Brent?
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 Brent?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Brent or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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