- Payday loans in Maitland 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 Altamonte Springs, about 3 miles away.
Maitland at a glance
| Maitland | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 19,776 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.6% (growing) |
| County | Orange County |
| Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover | 123rd |
| Nearest larger city | Altamonte Springs (about 3 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Orange County | 6 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 27 (about 1,152,045 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 293% |
Payday lending in Maitland follows Florida state law. Lenders that serve Maitland, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Maitland
No credit union has its main office in Maitland, but these are based elsewhere in Orange County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Mccoy Federal Credit Union in Orlando (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Local 606 Electrical Workers Federal Credit Union in Orlando (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Unity of Eatonville Federal Credit Union in Eatonville (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Priority Credit Union in Orlando (state charter)
- Fairwinds Credit Union in Orlando (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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Maitland
The main Florida rules for a payday loan in Maitland: 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 Maitland
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 Orange County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Orange 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 Maitland
- Eatonville · 2 mi
- Altamonte Springs · 3 mi
- Winter Park · 3 mi
- Casselberry · 4 mi
- Longwood · 5 mi
- Winter Springs · 7 mi
The nearest larger city is Altamonte Springs, about 3 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Maitland?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Maitland under Florida state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Maitland?
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 Maitland?
No credit union is headquartered in Maitland, but Mccoy Federal Credit Union is based in Orlando, also in Orange 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