- Payday loans in Dora 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 Birmingham, about 21 miles away.
Dora at a glance
| Dora | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,242 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.1% (shrinking) |
| County | Walker County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 172nd |
| Nearest larger city | Birmingham (about 21 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 34 (about 368,272 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
Payday lending in Dora follows Alabama state law. Lenders that serve Dora, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Dora
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Dora or Walker 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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Dora
The main Alabama rules for a payday loan in Dora: 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 Dora
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 Walker County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Walker County.
- Ask a federal credit union about a PAL: $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR (how PALs work).
- Check your bank app for a small-dollar loan or early pay (bank options).
- Try a cash advance app if you have direct deposit (apps compared).
Towns near Dora
The nearest larger city is Birmingham, about 21 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Dora?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Dora under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Dora?
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 Dora?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Dora 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