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

With about 597 residents (2024 Census estimate), Kellogg has held steady 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 Kellogg 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 Marshalltown, about 22 miles away.

Kellogg at a glance

Kellogg
Population (2024 Census estimate)597
Change since 2020-0.7% (holding steady)
CountyJasper County
Size rank among 609 Iowa places we cover408th
Nearest larger cityMarshalltown (about 22 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Credit unions headquartered in Jasper County1
Other towns within 25 miles23 (about 87,124 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)247%

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

Credit unions near Kellogg

No credit union has its main office in Kellogg, but these are based elsewhere in Jasper County (NCUA, June 2026):

  • Advantage Credit Union in Newton (state charter)

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Payday loan rules that apply in Kellogg

The main Iowa rules for a payday loan in Kellogg: 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 Kellogg

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 Jasper County before you borrow

  • Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Jasper 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 Kellogg

The nearest larger city is Marshalltown, about 22 miles away. See all 609 Iowa cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Kellogg?

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

How much does a payday loan cost in Kellogg?

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 Kellogg?

No credit union is headquartered in Kellogg, but Advantage Credit Union is based in Newton, also in Jasper County.

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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