- Payday loans in Osyka follow Mississippi law (Mississippi Check Cashers Act).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $65.85 ($21.95 per $100).
- The nearest larger city is Hattiesburg, about 71 miles away.
Osyka at a glance
| Osyka | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 360 |
| Change since 2020 | -3.7% (shrinking) |
| County | Pike County |
| Size rank among 256 Mississippi places we cover | 232nd |
| Nearest larger city | Hattiesburg (about 71 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Pike County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 5 (about 17,026 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 572% |
There is no separate Osyka payday law: Mississippi rules apply here, and any lender serving Osyka residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.
Credit unions near Osyka
No credit union has its main office in Osyka, but these are based elsewhere in Pike County (NCUA, June 2026):
- First Unity Federal Credit Union in Mccomb (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 Osyka
In short, Mississippi rules that cover Osyka include: 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 Osyka
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Mississippi at 572% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $65.85 ($21.95 per $100). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Pike County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Osyka residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Pike 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 Osyka
The nearest larger city is Hattiesburg, about 71 miles away. See all 256 Mississippi cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Osyka?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Osyka 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 Osyka?
At Mississippi’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $65.85 ($21.95 per $100). The typical statewide APR was 572% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Osyka?
No credit union is headquartered in Osyka, but First Unity Federal Credit Union is based in Mccomb, also in Pike 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)
- 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