- Payday loans in Dunkirk 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 Muncie, about 16 miles away.
Dunkirk at a glance
| Dunkirk | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,106 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.5% (shrinking) |
| Counties | Blackford County and Jay County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 199th |
| Nearest larger city | Muncie (about 16 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in these counties | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 27 (about 132,886 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
There is no separate Dunkirk payday law: Indiana rules apply here, and any lender serving Dunkirk residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Dunkirk
No credit union has its main office in Dunkirk, but these are based elsewhere in Blackford County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Crossroads Financial Federal Credit Union in Portland (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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Dunkirk
In short, Indiana rules that cover Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 372% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Blackford County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Dunkirk residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Blackford 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 Dunkirk
The nearest larger city is Muncie, about 16 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Dunkirk?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Dunkirk under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Dunkirk?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Dunkirk?
No credit union is headquartered in Dunkirk, but Crossroads Financial Federal Credit Union is based in Portland, also in Blackford 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