- Payday loans in Andrews follow Indiana law (Indiana Small Loan law (IC 24-4.5-7)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $44.
- The nearest larger city is Marion, about 22 miles away.
Andrews at a glance
| Andrews | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,061 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.2% (growing) |
| County | Huntington County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 295th |
| Nearest larger city | Marion (about 22 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Huntington County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 25 (about 99,561 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
There is no separate Andrews payday law: Indiana rules apply here, and any lender serving Andrews residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Andrews
No credit union has its main office in Andrews, but these are based elsewhere in Huntington County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Community Link Federal Credit Union in Huntington (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
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 Andrews
In short, Indiana rules that cover Andrews include: maximum loan: $605, and no more than 20% of your gross monthly income; maximum fee: 15% of the first $250, 13% of $251–$400, 10% of $401–$605; minimum term: 14 days. See the full Indiana payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Andrews
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Indiana at 372% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $44. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Huntington County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Andrews residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Huntington 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 Andrews
The nearest larger city is Marion, about 22 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Andrews?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Andrews under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Andrews?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Andrews?
No credit union is headquartered in Andrews, but Community Link Federal Credit Union is based in Huntington, also in Huntington 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)
- Indiana DFI — Small loan law borrower rights
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary