- Payday loans in Sabetha 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 Topeka, about 61 miles away.
Sabetha at a glance
| Sabetha | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,476 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.4% (shrinking) |
| Counties | Brown County and Nemaha County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 100th |
| Nearest larger city | Topeka (about 61 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 6 (about 7,974 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Sabetha follows Kansas state law. Lenders that serve Sabetha, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Credit unions near Sabetha
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Sabetha or Brown County and Nemaha 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.
Payday loan rules that apply in Sabetha
The main Kansas rules for a payday loan in Sabetha: 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 Sabetha
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 Brown County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Brown 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 Sabetha
The nearest larger city is Topeka, about 61 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Sabetha?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Sabetha 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 Sabetha?
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 Sabetha?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Sabetha or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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