- Payday loans in Leighton 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 Florence, about 12 miles away.
Leighton at a glance
| Leighton | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 662 |
| Change since 2020 | +2% (growing) |
| County | Colbert County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 304th |
| Nearest larger city | Florence (about 12 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Colbert County | 5 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 16 (about 100,588 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
Payday lending in Leighton follows Alabama state law. Lenders that serve Leighton, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Leighton
No credit union has its main office in Leighton, but these are based elsewhere in Colbert County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Electrical Workers No 558 Federal Credit Union in Sheffield (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Valley Credit Union in Tuscumbia (state charter)
- Railway Employees Credit Union in Muscle Shoals (state charter)
- Listerhill Credit Union in Sheffield (state charter)
- Tva Community Credit Union in Muscle Shoals (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 Leighton
The main Alabama rules for a payday loan in Leighton: 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 Leighton
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 Colbert County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Colbert 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 Leighton
- Town Creek · 7 mi
- Muscle Shoals · 7 mi
- Tuscumbia · 10 mi
- Sheffield · 11 mi
- Littleville · 11 mi
- Courtland · 11 mi
The nearest larger city is Florence, about 12 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Leighton?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Leighton under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Leighton?
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 Leighton?
No credit union is headquartered in Leighton, but Electrical Workers No 558 Federal Credit Union is based in Sheffield, also in Colbert 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