- Payday loans in Kuna 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 Meridian, about 6 miles away.
Kuna at a glance
| Kuna | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 29,127 |
| Change since 2020 | +18.8% (growing fast) |
| County | Ada County |
| Size rank among 163 Idaho places we cover | 13th |
| Share of Idaho’s population | 1.5% |
| Nearest larger city | Meridian (about 6 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Ada County | 5 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 13 (about 656,537 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 475% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Meridian or online from Kuna, the lender must hold a Idaho license from the Idaho Department of Finance and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Kuna
No credit union has its main office in Kuna, but these are based elsewhere in Ada County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Capital Educators Federal Credit Union in Meridian (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Trugrocer Federal Credit Union in Boise (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Clarity Credit Union in Nampa (state charter)
- Idaho United Credit Union in Boise (state charter)
- Boise Fire Department Credit Union in Boise (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 Kuna
Key Idaho limits that apply to Kuna 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 Kuna
Idaho law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 475% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Ada 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 Kuna 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 Kuna
The nearest larger city is Meridian, about 6 miles away. See all 163 Idaho cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Kuna?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Kuna under Idaho state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Idaho Department of Finance.
How much does a payday loan cost in Kuna?
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 Kuna?
No credit union is headquartered in Kuna, but Capital Educators Federal Credit Union is based in Meridian, also in Ada 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)
- 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