- Payday loans in Greenville follow Mississippi law (Mississippi Check Cashers Act).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $65.85 ($21.95 per $100).
- 1 credit union is headquartered in Greenville; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.
Greenville at a glance
| Greenville | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 27,015 |
| Change since 2020 | -8.4% (shrinking) |
| County | Washington County |
| Size rank among 256 Mississippi places we cover | 11th |
| Share of Mississippi’s population | 0.9% |
| Nearest larger city | Madison (about 82 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | 1, 1 federal |
| Credit unions headquartered in Washington County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 17,172 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 572% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Madison or online from Greenville, the lender must hold a Mississippi license from the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance and follow state limits.
Credit unions in Greenville
These credit unions have their main office in Greenville, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):
- Delta Federal Credit Union (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 Greenville
Key Mississippi limits that apply to Greenville borrowers: maximum check: $500, so the most you can receive is about $410; maximum fee: $20 per $100 on checks up to $250; $21.95 per $100 on checks of $251–$500; loan term: up to 30 days (28 to 30 days for checks over $250). See the full Mississippi payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Greenville
At Mississippi’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $65.85 ($21.95 per $100). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 572% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Washington County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Greenville that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Greenville
The nearest larger city is Madison, about 82 miles away. See all 256 Mississippi cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Greenville?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Greenville under Mississippi state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.
How much does a payday loan cost in Greenville?
At Mississippi’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $65.85 ($21.95 per $100). The typical statewide APR was 572% in 2023.
Are there credit unions in Greenville?
Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Greenville, including Delta Federal Credit Union. Federal credit unions can offer payday alternative loans capped at 28% APR.
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)
- Mississippi DBCF — Payday loans consumer pamphlet
- Mississippi Check Cashers Act
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary