- Payday loans in North Manchester 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 32 miles away.
North Manchester at a glance
| North Manchester | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 5,237 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.6% (holding steady) |
| County | Wabash County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 122nd |
| Nearest larger city | Marion (about 32 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Wabash County | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 23 (about 89,200 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
Payday lending in North Manchester follows Indiana state law. Lenders that serve North Manchester, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near North Manchester
No credit union has its main office in North Manchester, but these are based elsewhere in Wabash County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Concora Wabash Federal Credit Union in Wabash (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Fo Me Bo Co Federal Credit Union in Wabash (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Beacon Credit Union in Wabash (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.
Payday loan rules that apply in North Manchester
The main Indiana rules for a payday loan in North Manchester: 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 North Manchester
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 Wabash County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Wabash 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 North Manchester
The nearest larger city is Marion, about 32 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in North Manchester?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in North Manchester under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in North Manchester?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to North Manchester?
No credit union is headquartered in North Manchester, but Concora Wabash Federal Credit Union is based in Wabash, also in Wabash 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