- Payday loans in Valley Falls 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 25 miles away.
Valley Falls at a glance
| Valley Falls | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,066 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.3% (shrinking) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Size rank among 367 Kansas places we cover | 182nd |
| Nearest larger city | Topeka (about 25 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 15 (about 148,325 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
There is no separate Valley Falls payday law: Kansas rules apply here, and any lender serving Valley Falls residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner.
Credit unions near Valley Falls
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Valley Falls or Jefferson 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 Valley Falls
In short, Kansas rules that cover Valley Falls 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 Valley Falls
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 Jefferson County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Valley Falls residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Jefferson 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 Valley Falls
The nearest larger city is Topeka, about 25 miles away. See all 367 Kansas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Valley Falls?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Valley Falls 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 Valley Falls?
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 Valley Falls?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Valley Falls 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