- Payday loans in Rochester follow Michigan law (Deferred Presentment Service Transactions Act (Act 244 of 2005)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $42.
- The nearest larger city is Rochester Hills, about 3 miles away.
Rochester at a glance
| Rochester | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 12,978 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.1% (holding steady) |
| County | Oakland County |
| Size rank among 506 Michigan places we cover | 71st |
| Nearest larger city | Rochester Hills (about 3 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Oakland County | 19 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 65 (about 2,104,515 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 356% |
There is no separate Rochester payday law: Michigan rules apply here, and any lender serving Rochester residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS).
Credit unions near Rochester
No credit union has its main office in Rochester, but these are based elsewhere in Oakland County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Chief Financial Federal Credit Union in Rochester Hills (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Walled Lake Schools Federal Credit Union in Wolverine Lake (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Chiropractic Federal Credit Union in Farmington (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Southeast Michigan State Employees Federal Credit Union in West Bloomfield (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Parda Federal Credit Union in Auburn Hills (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 Rochester
In short, Michigan rules that cover Rochester include: maximum loan: $600; maximum fee: 15% of the first $100, 14% of the second, 13% of the third, 12% of the fourth, 11% of the fifth and sixth ($76 on $600); loan term: up to 31 days. See the full Michigan payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Rochester
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Michigan at 356% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $42. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Oakland County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Rochester residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Oakland 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 Rochester
- Rochester Hills · 3 mi
- Utica · 6 mi
- Auburn Hills · 6 mi
- Troy · 7 mi
- Sterling Heights · 9 mi
- Pontiac · 9 mi
The nearest larger city is Rochester Hills, about 3 miles away. See all 506 Michigan cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Rochester?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Rochester under Michigan state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS).
How much does a payday loan cost in Rochester?
At Michigan’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $42. The typical statewide APR was 356% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Rochester?
No credit union is headquartered in Rochester, but Chief Financial Federal Credit Union is based in Rochester Hills, also in Oakland County.
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)
- Michigan DIFS — Deferred presentment FAQ
- Act 244 of 2005
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary