- Payday loans in Livonia 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 Baton Rouge, about 26 miles away.
Livonia at a glance
| Livonia | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,161 |
| Change since 2020 | -3.9% (shrinking) |
| County | Pointe Coupee Parish |
| Size rank among 256 Louisiana places we cover | 148th |
| Nearest larger city | Baton Rouge (about 26 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 16 (about 61,741 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 410% |
Payday lending in Livonia follows Louisiana state law. Lenders that serve Livonia, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Livonia
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Livonia or Pointe Coupee Parish. 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 Livonia
The main Louisiana rules for a payday loan in Livonia: 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 Livonia
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Louisiana at 410% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $50.25 (16.75%) plus a $10 documentation fee. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Pointe Coupee Parish before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Pointe Coupee 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 Livonia
- Fordoche · 5 mi
- Maringouin · 5 mi
- Rosedale · 10 mi
- New Roads · 11 mi
- Grosse Tete · 12 mi
- Krotz Springs · 12 mi
The nearest larger city is Baton Rouge, about 26 miles away. See all 256 Louisiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Livonia?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Livonia under Louisiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Livonia?
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 Livonia?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Livonia 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)
- 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