- Payday loans in Zwolle 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 Shreveport, about 58 miles away.
Zwolle at a glance
| Zwolle | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,598 |
| Change since 2020 | -2% (shrinking) |
| County | Sabine Parish |
| Size rank among 256 Louisiana places we cover | 127th |
| Nearest larger city | Shreveport (about 58 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Sabine Parish | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 4 (about 3,997 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 410% |
There is no separate Zwolle payday law: Louisiana rules apply here, and any lender serving Zwolle residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Zwolle
No credit union has its main office in Zwolle, but these are based elsewhere in Sabine Parish (NCUA, June 2026):
- Sabine School Employees Federal Credit Union in Many (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 Zwolle
In short, Louisiana rules that cover Zwolle 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 Zwolle
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 Sabine Parish before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Zwolle residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Sabine 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 Zwolle
The nearest larger city is Shreveport, about 58 miles away. See all 256 Louisiana cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Zwolle?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Zwolle under Louisiana state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Louisiana Office of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Zwolle?
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 Zwolle?
No credit union is headquartered in Zwolle, but Sabine School Employees Federal Credit Union is based in Many, also in Sabine 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