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Payday Loans in Largo, FL: Rules, Costs and Local Options

Payday loans are legal in Largo, Florida, a city of 82,337 people about 5 miles from Clearwater. Before you borrow, compare the cost with the credit unions based in town.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Largo 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.
  • 1 credit union is headquartered in Largo; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.

Largo at a glance

Largo
Population (2024 Census estimate)82,337
Change since 2020-0.4% (holding steady)
CountyPinellas County
Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover38th
Nearest larger cityClearwater (about 5 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)1, 1 federal
Credit unions headquartered in Pinellas County4
Other towns within 25 miles24 (about 1,042,918 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)293%

Payday lending in Largo follows Florida state law. Lenders that serve Largo, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.

Credit unions in Largo

These credit unions have their main office in Largo, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):

  • Pinellas Federal Credit Union (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.

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Payday loan rules that apply in Largo

The main Florida rules for a payday loan in Largo: 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 Largo

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 Pinellas County before you borrow

  • Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Pinellas 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 Largo

The nearest larger city is Clearwater, about 5 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Largo?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Largo under Florida state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.

How much does a payday loan cost in Largo?

At Florida’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $30 (10% fee) plus a small verification fee. The typical statewide APR was 293% in 2023.

Are there credit unions in Largo?

Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Largo, including Pinellas Federal Credit Union. Federal credit unions can offer payday alternative loans capped at 28% APR.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
  3. NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
  4. Florida Statutes s. 560.404
  5. Florida OFR — Payday lenders
  6. Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
  7. CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary
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