- Payday loans in Gooding follow Idaho law (Idaho Payday Loan Act).
- Idaho law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender.
- The nearest larger city is Twin Falls, about 29 miles away.
Gooding at a glance
| Gooding | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 3,825 |
| Change since 2020 | +2.8% (growing) |
| County | Gooding County |
| Size rank among 163 Idaho places we cover | 41st |
| Nearest larger city | Twin Falls (about 29 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 24,598 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 475% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Twin Falls or online from Gooding, the lender must hold a Idaho license from the Idaho Department of Finance and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Gooding
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Gooding or Gooding 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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Gooding
Key Idaho limits that apply to Gooding borrowers: maximum loan: $1,000 or 25% of your gross monthly income, whichever is less; fee cap: none set by statute; renewals: up to three consecutive renewals, then the loan must be repaid. See the full Idaho payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Gooding
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Idaho at 475% (June 2023). Idaho law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Gooding 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 Gooding 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 Gooding
The nearest larger city is Twin Falls, about 29 miles away. See all 163 Idaho cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Gooding?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Gooding under Idaho state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Idaho Department of Finance.
How much does a payday loan cost in Gooding?
Idaho law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. The typical statewide APR was 475% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Gooding?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Gooding 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)
- Idaho Department of Finance — Payday Loan Act changes (2014)
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary