- Payday loans in Millport 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 Northport, about 35 miles away.
Millport at a glance
| Millport | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 968 |
| Change since 2020 | -4.1% (shrinking) |
| County | Lamar County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 262nd |
| Nearest larger city | Northport (about 35 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 12,120 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
Payday lending in Millport follows Alabama state law. Lenders that serve Millport, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Millport
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Millport or Lamar 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 Millport
The main Alabama rules for a payday loan in Millport: 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 Millport
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Alabama at 456% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $52.50 (17.5% fee). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Lamar County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Lamar 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 Millport
The nearest larger city is Northport, about 35 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Millport?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Millport under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Millport?
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 Millport?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Millport 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