- Payday loans in Markleville 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 Anderson, about 9 miles away.
Markleville at a glance
| Markleville | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 489 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.6% (holding steady) |
| County | Madison County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 414th |
| Nearest larger city | Anderson (about 9 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Madison County | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 41 (about 487,699 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
Payday lending in Markleville follows Indiana state law. Lenders that serve Markleville, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Markleville
No credit union has its main office in Markleville, but these are based elsewhere in Madison County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Madison County Federal Credit Union in Anderson (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Lampco Federal Credit Union in Anderson (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Independent Federal Credit Union in Anderson (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 Markleville
The main Indiana rules for a payday loan in Markleville: 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 Markleville
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 Madison County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Madison County.
- Ask a federal credit union about a PAL: $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR (how PALs work).
- Check your bank app for a small-dollar loan or early pay (bank options).
- Try a cash advance app if you have direct deposit (apps compared).
Towns near Markleville
The nearest larger city is Anderson, about 9 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Markleville?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Markleville under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Markleville?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Markleville?
No credit union is headquartered in Markleville, but Madison County Federal Credit Union is based in Anderson, also in Madison 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