- Payday loans in Leon follow Kansas law (Kansas Consumer Credit Code, K.S.A. 16a-2-404).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $45 (15% fee).
- The nearest larger city is Derby, about 27 miles away.
Leon at a glance
| Leon | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 649 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.1% (shrinking) |
| County | Butler County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 250th |
| Nearest larger city | Derby (about 27 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Butler County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 8 (about 47,368 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Leon follows Kansas state law. Lenders that serve Leon, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Credit unions near Leon
No credit union has its main office in Leon, but these are based elsewhere in Butler County (NCUA, June 2026):
- White Eagle Credit Union in Augusta (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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Leon
The main Kansas rules for a payday loan in Leon: 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 Leon
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Kansas at 391% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $45 (15% fee). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Butler County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Butler 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 Leon
The nearest larger city is Derby, about 27 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Leon?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Leon 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 Leon?
At Kansas’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). The typical statewide APR was 391% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Leon?
No credit union is headquartered in Leon, but White Eagle Credit Union is based in Augusta, also in Butler 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)
- 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