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Payday Loans in Opp, AL: Rules, Costs and Local Options

With about 6,706 residents (2024 Census estimate), Opp has held steady since 2020. If you are thinking about a payday loan here, these are the Alabama rules that apply, what it costs and the local alternatives.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Opp follow Alabama law (Alabama Deferred Presentment Services Act).
  • Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $52.50 (17.5% fee).
  • 1 credit union is headquartered in Opp; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.

Opp at a glance

Opp
Population (2024 Census estimate)6,706
Change since 2020-0.6% (holding steady)
CountyCovington County
Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover91st
Nearest larger cityEnterprise (about 24 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)1
Credit unions headquartered in Covington County3
Other towns within 25 miles15 (about 52,553 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)456%

Whether you borrow at a storefront in Enterprise or online from Opp, the lender must hold a Alabama license from the Alabama State Banking Department and follow state limits.

Credit unions in Opp

These credit unions have their main office in Opp, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):

  • Opp-Micolas Credit Union (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.

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Payday loan rules that apply in Opp

Key Alabama limits that apply to Opp 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 Opp

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 Covington 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 Opp 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 Opp

The nearest larger city is Enterprise, about 24 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Opp?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Opp under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.

How much does a payday loan cost in Opp?

At Alabama’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $52.50 (17.5% fee). The typical statewide APR was 456% in 2023.

Are there credit unions in Opp?

Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Opp, including Opp-Micolas Credit Union.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
  3. NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
  4. NCLC — Consumer Credit Regulation: Alabama
  5. Lexology — Alabama establishes payday loan database
  6. Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
  7. CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary
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