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Payday Loans in Corning, IA: Rules, Costs and Local Options

With about 1,509 residents (2024 Census estimate), Corning has lost residents since 2020. If you are thinking about a payday loan here, these are the Iowa rules that apply, what it costs and the local alternatives.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Corning follow Iowa law (Iowa delayed deposit services law (Iowa Code ch. 533D)).
  • Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $35 on a $300 check.
  • The nearest larger city is Council Bluffs, about 60 miles away.

Corning at a glance

Corning
Population (2024 Census estimate)1,509
Change since 2020-3.7% (shrinking)
CountyAdams County
Size rank among 609 Iowa places we cover209th
Nearest larger cityCouncil Bluffs (about 60 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Other towns within 25 miles13 (about 20,070 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)247%

Payday lending in Corning follows Iowa state law. Lenders that serve Corning, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Iowa Division of Banking.

Credit unions near Corning

NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Corning or Adams 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.

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Payday loan rules that apply in Corning

The main Iowa rules for a payday loan in Corning: maximum: checks totaling $500 or less, including fees; maximum fee: $15 on the first $100, $10 on each additional $100; loan term: up to 31 days. See the full Iowa payday loan rules.

What a $300 loan costs in Corning

At Iowa’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $35 on a $300 check. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 247% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.

Other help in Adams County before you borrow

  • Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Adams 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 Corning

The nearest larger city is Council Bluffs, about 60 miles away. See all 609 Iowa cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Corning?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Corning under Iowa state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Iowa Division of Banking.

How much does a payday loan cost in Corning?

At Iowa’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $35 on a $300 check. The typical statewide APR was 247% in 2023.

Where is the nearest credit union to Corning?

NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Corning or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
  3. NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
  4. Iowa Division of Banking — Delayed deposit services history
  5. Iowa Administrative Code ch. 17 — Delayed deposit services
  6. Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
  7. CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary
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