- Payday loans in Udall 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 14 miles away.
Udall at a glance
| Udall | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 641 |
| Change since 2020 | -3% (shrinking) |
| County | Cowley County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 252nd |
| Nearest larger city | Derby (about 14 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Cowley County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 17 (about 515,754 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
There is no separate Udall payday law: Kansas rules apply here, and any lender serving Udall residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Credit unions near Udall
No credit union has its main office in Udall, but these are based elsewhere in Cowley County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Ark Valley Credit Union in Arkansas City (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 Udall
In short, Kansas rules that cover Udall include: 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 Udall
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 Cowley County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Udall residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Cowley County.
- A credit union payday alternative loan (max 28% APR). See PALs explained.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if offered (compare banks).
- A cash advance app for $20–$500 (apps compared).
Towns near Udall
The nearest larger city is Derby, about 14 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Udall?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Udall 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 Udall?
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 Udall?
No credit union is headquartered in Udall, but Ark Valley Credit Union is based in Arkansas City, also in Cowley 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