- Payday loans in Valley Grande 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 Prattville, about 34 miles away.
Valley Grande at a glance
| Valley Grande | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 3,914 |
| Change since 2020 | -6.1% (shrinking) |
| County | Dallas County |
| Size rank among 389 Alabama places we cover | 126th |
| Nearest larger city | Prattville (about 34 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 5 (about 21,240 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 456% |
Payday lending in Valley Grande follows Alabama state law. Lenders that serve Valley Grande, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
Credit unions near Valley Grande
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Valley Grande or Dallas 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.
Payday loan rules that apply in Valley Grande
The main Alabama rules for a payday loan in Valley Grande: 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 Valley Grande
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 Dallas County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Dallas 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 Valley Grande
- Selma · 5 mi
- Marion · 19 mi
- Autaugaville · 22 mi
- Maplesville · 22 mi
- White Hall · 23 mi
- Uniontown · 27 mi
The nearest larger city is Prattville, about 34 miles away. See all 389 Alabama cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Valley Grande?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Valley Grande under Alabama state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alabama State Banking Department.
How much does a payday loan cost in Valley Grande?
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 Valley Grande?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Valley Grande 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