- Payday loans in Kentwood follow Louisiana law (Louisiana Deferred Presentment and Small Loan Act, as amended by Act 510 (2025)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $50.25 (16.75%) plus a $10 documentation fee.
- The nearest larger city is Central, about 40 miles away.
Kentwood at a glance
| Kentwood | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,195 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.9% (growing) |
| County | Tangipahoa Parish |
| Size rank among 256 Louisiana places we cover | 109th |
| Nearest larger city | Central (about 40 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Tangipahoa Parish | 3 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 11,982 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 410% |
Payday lending in Kentwood follows Louisiana state law. Lenders that serve Kentwood, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Kentwood
No credit union has its main office in Kentwood, but these are based elsewhere in Tangipahoa Parish (NCUA, June 2026):
- Fourth Ward Federal Credit Union in Amite (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- District 62 Highway Federal Credit Union in Hammond (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Tangipahoa Parish Teachers Credit Union in Amite (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 Kentwood
The main Louisiana rules for a payday loan in Kentwood: maximum loan: $700 since August 1, 2025 (was $350); OFI publishes an annual adjustment; maximum fee: 16.75% of the amount advanced, plus a $10 documentation fee (the old $45 cap was removed); loan term: up to 30 days. See the full Louisiana payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Kentwood
At Louisiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $50.25 (16.75%) plus a $10 documentation fee. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 410% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Tangipahoa Parish before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Tangipahoa Parish.
- 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 Kentwood
- Tangipahoa · 4 mi
- Greensburg · 12 mi
- Roseland · 12 mi
- Amite · 14 mi
- Independence · 21 mi
- Franklinton · 23 mi
The nearest larger city is Central, about 40 miles away. See all 256 Louisiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Kentwood?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Kentwood under Louisiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Kentwood?
At Louisiana’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $50.25 (16.75%) plus a $10 documentation fee. The typical statewide APR was 410% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Kentwood?
No credit union is headquartered in Kentwood, but Fourth Ward Federal Credit Union is based in Amite, also in Tangipahoa Parish.
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)
- Louisiana OFI — 2025 deferred presentment and small loan legislation
- Louisiana OFI — Payday loans pamphlet
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary