- Payday loans in Leavenworth follow Kansas law (Kansas Consumer Credit Code, K.S.A. 16a-2-404).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $45 (15% fee).
- 2 credit unions are headquartered in Leavenworth; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.
Leavenworth at a glance
| Leavenworth | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 37,370 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.1% (holding steady) |
| County | Leavenworth County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 12th |
| Share of Kansas’s population | 1.3% |
| Nearest larger city | Kansas (about 17 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | 2, 1 federal |
| Credit unions headquartered in Leavenworth County | 2 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 17 (about 307,902 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Leavenworth follows Kansas state law. Lenders that serve Leavenworth, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Credit unions in Leavenworth
These credit unions have their main office in Leavenworth, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):
- U S P L K Employees Federal Credit Union (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Frontier Community Credit Union (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 Leavenworth
The main Kansas rules for a payday loan in Leavenworth: maximum loan: $500; maximum fee: 15% of the amount advanced; loan term: 7 to 30 days. See the full Kansas payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Leavenworth
At Kansas’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 391% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Leavenworth County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Leavenworth 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 Leavenworth
The nearest larger city is Kansas, about 17 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Leavenworth?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Leavenworth under Kansas state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
How much does a payday loan cost in Leavenworth?
At Kansas’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). The typical statewide APR was 391% in 2023.
Are there credit unions in Leavenworth?
Yes. NCUA data lists 2 credit unions with a main office in Leavenworth, including U S P L K Employees Federal Credit Union and Frontier Community 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)
- K.S.A. 16a-2-404
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary