- Payday loans in Wakarusa 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 Goshen, about 10 miles away.
Wakarusa at a glance
| Wakarusa | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,006 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.6% (holding steady) |
| County | Elkhart County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 208th |
| Nearest larger city | Goshen (about 10 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Elkhart County | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 30 (about 320,258 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Goshen or online from Wakarusa, the lender must hold a Indiana license from the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Wakarusa
No credit union has its main office in Wakarusa, but these are based elsewhere in Elkhart County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Inova Federal Credit Union in Elkhart (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Chiphone Federal Credit Union in Elkhart (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Interra Credit Union in Goshen (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 Wakarusa
Key Indiana limits that apply to Wakarusa borrowers: 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 Wakarusa
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 Elkhart County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Wakarusa that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Wakarusa
The nearest larger city is Goshen, about 10 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Wakarusa?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Wakarusa under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Wakarusa?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Wakarusa?
No credit union is headquartered in Wakarusa, but Inova Federal Credit Union is based in Elkhart, also in Elkhart 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