- Payday loans in South Haven 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 36 miles away.
South Haven at a glance
| South Haven | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 325 |
| Change since 2020 | 0% (holding steady) |
| County | Sumner County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 341st |
| Nearest larger city | Derby (about 36 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Sumner County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 23,653 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Derby or online from South Haven, the lender must hold a Kansas license from the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner and follow state limits.
Credit unions near South Haven
No credit union has its main office in South Haven, but these are based elsewhere in Sumner County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Panhandle Federal Credit Union in Wellington (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
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 South Haven
Key Kansas limits that apply to South Haven borrowers: 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 South Haven
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 Sumner County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in South Haven that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near South Haven
- Caldwell · 11 mi
- Wellington · 16 mi
- Arkansas · 20 mi
- Oxford · 20 mi
- Parkerfield · 22 mi
- Belle Plaine · 25 mi
The nearest larger city is Derby, about 36 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in South Haven?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in South Haven 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 South Haven?
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 South Haven?
No credit union is headquartered in South Haven, but Panhandle Federal Credit Union is based in Wellington, also in Sumner 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