- Payday loans in Davis follow California law (California Deferred Deposit Transaction Law).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $45 fee on a $300 check, so you receive $255.
- The nearest larger city is Sacramento, about 15 miles away.
Davis at a glance
| Davis | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 67,125 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.3% (holding steady) |
| County | Yolo County |
| Size rank among 480 California places we cover | 134th |
| Nearest larger city | Sacramento (about 15 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Yolo County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 969,684 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 460% |
There is no separate Davis payday law: California rules apply here, and any lender serving Davis residents, online or in person, needs a license from the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI).
Credit unions near Davis
No credit union has its main office in Davis, but these are based elsewhere in Yolo County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Yolo Federal Credit Union in Woodland (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
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 Davis
In short, California rules that cover Davis include: maximum check: $300 (so the most you can receive is $255); maximum fee: 15% of the check amount ($45 on $300); loan term: up to 31 days. See the full California payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Davis
At California’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 fee on a $300 check, so you receive $255. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 460% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Yolo County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Davis residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Yolo County.
- A credit union payday alternative loan (max 28% APR). See PALs explained.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if offered (compare banks).
- A cash advance app for $20–$500 (apps compared).
Towns near Davis
- Woodland · 8 mi
- Dixon · 9 mi
- West Sacramento · 10 mi
- Winters · 13 mi
- Sacramento · 15 mi
- Vacaville · 18 mi
The nearest larger city is Sacramento, about 15 miles away. See all 480 California cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Davis?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Davis under California state law, and lenders must be licensed by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI).
How much does a payday loan cost in Davis?
At California’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 fee on a $300 check, so you receive $255. The typical statewide APR was 460% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Davis?
No credit union is headquartered in Davis, but Yolo Federal Credit Union is based in Woodland, also in Yolo 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)
- California DFPI — Deferred Deposit Transaction Law report
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary