- Payday loans in Rosedale 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 19 miles away.
Rosedale at a glance
| Rosedale | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 642 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.8% (shrinking) |
| County | Iberville Parish |
| Size rank among 256 Louisiana places we cover | 194th |
| Nearest larger city | Baton Rouge (about 19 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Iberville Parish | 2 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 17 (about 287,412 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 410% |
There is no separate Rosedale payday law: Louisiana rules apply here, and any lender serving Rosedale residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Rosedale
No credit union has its main office in Rosedale, but these are based elsewhere in Iberville Parish (NCUA, June 2026):
- Bayou Community Federal Credit Union in Saint Gabriel (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Iberville Federal Credit Union in Plaquemine (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 Rosedale
In short, Louisiana rules that cover Rosedale include: 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 Rosedale
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 Iberville Parish before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Rosedale residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Iberville Parish.
- 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 Rosedale
The nearest larger city is Baton Rouge, about 19 miles away. See all 256 Louisiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Rosedale?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Rosedale under Louisiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Rosedale?
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 Rosedale?
No credit union is headquartered in Rosedale, but Bayou Community Federal Credit Union is based in Saint Gabriel, also in Iberville 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