- Payday loans in Mountain Village follow Alaska law (Alaska Statutes chapter 06.50 (Deferred Deposit Advances)).
- We could not verify a fee cap for Alaska; check current limits with the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities.
- The nearest larger city is Anchorage, about 476 miles away.
Mountain Village at a glance
| Mountain Village | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 591 |
| Change since 2020 | -4.8% (shrinking) |
| County | Kusilvak Census Area |
| Size rank among 93 Alaska places we cover | 50th |
| Nearest larger city | Anchorage (about 476 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 1 (about 573 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 424% |
Payday lending in Mountain Village follows Alaska state law. Lenders that serve Mountain Village, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities.
Credit unions near Mountain Village
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Mountain Village or Kusilvak Census Area. 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 Mountain Village
The main Alaska rules for a payday loan in Mountain Village: licensing: lenders must be licensed by the Division of Banking and Securities; limits: set by AS 06.50; check the Division’s deferred deposit page for current amounts and fees. See the full Alaska payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Mountain Village
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Alaska at 424% (June 2023). We could not verify a fee cap for Alaska; check current limits with the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Kusilvak Census Area before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Kusilvak Census Area.
- 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 Mountain Village
- St. Mary's · 15 mi
- Pilot Station · 28 mi
- Alakanuk · 53 mi
- Emmonak · 54 mi
- Marshall · 55 mi
- Scammon Bay · 64 mi
The nearest larger city is Anchorage, about 476 miles away. See all 93 Alaska cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Mountain Village?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Mountain Village under Alaska state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities.
How much does a payday loan cost in Mountain Village?
We could not verify a fee cap for Alaska; check current limits with the Alaska Division of Banking and Securities. The typical statewide APR was 424% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Mountain Village?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Mountain Village 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)
- Alaska Division of Banking and Securities — Deferred deposit advance
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary