- Payday loans in Mexico 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 Panama, about 22 miles away.
Mexico Beach at a glance
| Mexico Beach | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,210 |
| Change since 2020 | +31.5% (growing fast) |
| County | Bay County |
| Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover | 324th |
| Nearest larger city | Panama (about 22 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Bay County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 92,456 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 293% |
Payday lending in Mexico Beach follows Florida state law. Lenders that serve Mexico Beach, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Mexico Beach
No credit union has its main office in Mexico Beach, but these are based elsewhere in Bay County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Tyndall Federal Credit Union in Panama City (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Hello Credit Union in Panama City (state charter)
- Panhandle Credit Union in Panama City (state charter)
- Innovations Financial Credit Union in Panama City (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 Mexico Beach
The main Florida rules for a payday loan in Mexico 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 Mexico 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 Bay County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Bay 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 Mexico Beach
- Port St. Joe · 11 mi
- Callaway · 15 mi
- Parker · 17 mi
- Wewahitchka · 18 mi
- Springfield · 19 mi
- Panama · 22 mi
The nearest larger city is Panama, about 22 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Mexico Beach?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Mexico 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 Mexico 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 Mexico Beach?
No credit union is headquartered in Mexico Beach, but Tyndall Federal Credit Union is based in Panama City, also in Bay 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