- Payday loans in Northport 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 Tuscaloosa, about 4 miles away.
Northport at a glance
| Northport | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 31,492 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.9% (holding steady) |
| County | Tuscaloosa County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 19th |
| Share of Alabama’s population | 0.6% |
| Nearest larger city | Tuscaloosa (about 4 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Tuscaloosa County | 6 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 127,103 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Tuscaloosa or online from Northport, the lender must hold a Alabama license from the Alabama State Banking Department and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Northport
No credit union has its main office in Northport, but these are based elsewhere in Tuscaloosa County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Tuscaloosa V A Federal Credit Union in Tuscaloosa (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Alabama Credit Union in Tuscaloosa (state charter)
- Riverfall Credit Union in Tuscaloosa (state charter)
- City Credit Union in Tuscaloosa (state charter)
- Red Oak Credit Union in Tuscaloosa (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 Northport
Key Alabama limits that apply to Northport borrowers: 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 Northport
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 Tuscaloosa County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Northport that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Northport
The nearest larger city is Tuscaloosa, about 4 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Northport?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Northport under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Northport?
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 Northport?
No credit union is headquartered in Northport, but Tuscaloosa V A Federal Credit Union is based in Tuscaloosa, also in Tuscaloosa 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