- Payday loans in Sand 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 Seaside, about 2 miles away.
Sand at a glance
| Sand | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 328 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.9% (holding steady) |
| County | Monterey County |
| Size rank among 480 California places we cover | 478th |
| Nearest larger city | Seaside (about 2 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Monterey County | 2 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 10 (about 325,766 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 460% |
Payday lending in Sand follows California state law. Lenders that serve Sand, in a store or online, must be licensed by the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI).
Credit unions near Sand
No credit union has its main office in Sand, but these are based elsewhere in Monterey County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Corrections Federal Credit Union in Soledad (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Monterey Credit Union in Monterey (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 Sand
The main California rules for a payday loan in Sand: 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 Sand
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in California at 460% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $45 fee on a $300 check, so you receive $255. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Monterey County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Monterey 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 Sand
- Seaside · 2 mi
- Monterey · 2 mi
- Del Rey Oaks · 2 mi
- Pacific Grove · 4 mi
- Marina · 5 mi
- Carmel-by-the-Sea · 6 mi
The nearest larger city is Seaside, about 2 miles away. See all 480 California cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Sand?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Sand 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 Sand?
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 Sand?
No credit union is headquartered in Sand, but Corrections Federal Credit Union is based in Soledad, also in Monterey 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