- Payday loans in Safety Harbor 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 Clearwater, about 5 miles away.
Safety Harbor at a glance
| Safety Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 16,972 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.5% (holding steady) |
| County | Pinellas County |
| Size rank among 393 Florida places we cover | 138th |
| Nearest larger city | Clearwater (about 5 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Pinellas County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 26 (about 1,139,508 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 293% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Clearwater or online from Safety Harbor, the lender must hold a Florida license from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Safety Harbor
No credit union has its main office in Safety Harbor, but these are based elsewhere in Pinellas County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Pinellas Federal Credit Union in Largo (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Achieva Credit Union in Dunedin (state charter)
- City-County Employees Credit Union in Clearwater (state charter)
- Ecu Credit Union in Seminole (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 Safety Harbor
Key Florida limits that apply to Safety Harbor borrowers: 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 Safety Harbor
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
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Safety Harbor that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Safety Harbor
The nearest larger city is Clearwater, about 5 miles away. See all 393 Florida cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Safety Harbor?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Safety Harbor under Florida state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Safety Harbor?
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 Safety Harbor?
No credit union is headquartered in Safety Harbor, but Pinellas Federal Credit Union is based in Largo, also in Pinellas 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