- Payday loans in Cocoa Beach follow Florida law (Florida Statutes s. 560.404 (deferred presentment)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $30 (10% fee) plus a small verification fee.
- The nearest larger city is Rockledge, about 7 miles away.
Cocoa Beach at a glance
| Cocoa Beach | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 11,386 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.3% (holding steady) |
| County | Brevard County |
| Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover | 164th |
| Nearest larger city | Rockledge (about 7 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Brevard County | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 13 (about 262,005 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 293% |
Payday lending in Cocoa Beach follows Florida state law. Lenders that serve Cocoa Beach, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Cocoa Beach
No credit union has its main office in Cocoa Beach, but these are based elsewhere in Brevard County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Community Credit Union of Florida in Rockledge (state charter)
- Space Coast Credit Union in Melbourne (state charter)
- Launch Credit Union in Merritt Island (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 Cocoa Beach
The main Florida rules for a payday loan in Cocoa Beach: maximum loan: $500 (single-payment); $1,000 for installment deferred presentment; maximum fee: 10% of the amount provided, plus a verification fee; loan term: 7 to 31 days (installment: 60 to 90 days). See the full Florida payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Cocoa Beach
At Florida’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $30 (10% fee) plus a small verification fee. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 293% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Brevard County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Brevard 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 Cocoa Beach
- Cape Canaveral · 5 mi
- Rockledge · 7 mi
- Cocoa · 9 mi
- Palm Shores · 10 mi
- Satellite Beach · 11 mi
- Indian Harbour Beach · 12 mi
The nearest larger city is Rockledge, about 7 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Cocoa Beach?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Cocoa Beach under Florida state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Cocoa Beach?
At Florida’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $30 (10% fee) plus a small verification fee. The typical statewide APR was 293% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Cocoa Beach?
No credit union is headquartered in Cocoa Beach, but Community Credit Union of Florida is based in Rockledge, also in Brevard 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)
- Florida Statutes s. 560.404
- Florida OFR — Payday lenders
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary