- Payday loans in Princeton 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 Evansville, about 25 miles away.
Princeton at a glance
| Princeton | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 8,481 |
| Change since 2020 | +2% (growing) |
| County | Gibson County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 94th |
| Nearest larger city | Evansville (about 25 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 17 (about 38,510 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
Payday lending in Princeton follows Indiana state law. Lenders that serve Princeton, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Princeton
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Princeton or Gibson County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.
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 Princeton
The main Indiana rules for a payday loan in Princeton: 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 Princeton
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 Gibson County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Gibson 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 Princeton
The nearest larger city is Evansville, about 25 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Princeton?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Princeton under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Princeton?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Princeton?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Princeton or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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