- Payday loans in Whiting follow Indiana law (Indiana Small Loan law (IC 24-4.5-7)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $44.
- 1 credit union is headquartered in Whiting; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.
Whiting at a glance
| Whiting | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 4,491 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.7% (shrinking) |
| County | Lake County |
| Size rank among 482 Indiana places we cover | 133rd |
| Nearest larger city | East Chicago (about 2 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | 1, 1 federal |
| Credit unions headquartered in Lake County | 16 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 21 (about 506,261 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 372% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in East Chicago or online from Whiting, the lender must hold a Indiana license from the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions and follow state limits.
Credit unions in Whiting
These credit unions have their main office in Whiting, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):
- Whiting Refinery Federal Credit Union (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.
Payday loan rules that apply in Whiting
Key Indiana limits that apply to Whiting 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 Whiting
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 Lake 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 Whiting 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 Whiting
The nearest larger city is East Chicago, about 2 miles away. See all 482 Indiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Whiting?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Whiting under Indiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Whiting?
At Indiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $44. The typical statewide APR was 372% in 2023.
Are there credit unions in Whiting?
Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Whiting, including Whiting Refinery Federal Credit Union. Federal credit unions can offer payday alternative loans capped at 28% APR.
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