- Payday loans in Orange Park 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 Jacksonville, about 12 miles away.
Orange Park at a glance
| Orange Park | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 8,993 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.1% (shrinking) |
| County | Clay County |
| Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover | 180th |
| Nearest larger city | Jacksonville (about 12 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 8 (about 1,066,763 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 293% |
There is no separate Orange Park payday law: Florida rules apply here, and any lender serving Orange Park residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Orange Park
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Orange Park or Clay County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.
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 Orange Park
In short, Florida rules that cover Orange Park include: 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 Orange Park
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 Clay County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Orange Park residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Clay County.
- A credit union payday alternative loan (max 28% APR). See PALs explained.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if offered (compare banks).
- A cash advance app for $20–$500 (apps compared).
Towns near Orange Park
- Jacksonville · 12 mi
- Green Cove Springs · 13 mi
- Penney Farms · 15 mi
- Baldwin · 19 mi
- Jacksonville Beach · 20 mi
- Neptune Beach · 21 mi
The nearest larger city is Jacksonville, about 12 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Orange Park?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Orange Park under Florida state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Orange Park?
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 Orange Park?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Orange Park or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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