- Payday loans in Oxford 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 Olive Branch, about 45 miles away.
Oxford at a glance
| Oxford | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 26,801 |
| Change since 2020 | +5.1% (growing fast) |
| County | Lafayette County |
| Size rank among 256 Mississippi places we cover | 12th |
| Share of Mississippi’s population | 0.9% |
| Nearest larger city | Olive Branch (about 45 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 9 (about 15,111 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 572% |
Payday lending in Oxford follows Mississippi state law. Lenders that serve Oxford, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.
Credit unions near Oxford
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Oxford or Lafayette County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.
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 Oxford
The main Mississippi rules for a payday loan in Oxford: 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 Oxford
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 Lafayette County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Lafayette County.
- Ask a federal credit union about a PAL: $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR (how PALs work).
- Check your bank app for a small-dollar loan or early pay (bank options).
- Try a cash advance app if you have direct deposit (apps compared).
Towns near Oxford
The nearest larger city is Olive Branch, about 45 miles away. See all 256 Mississippi cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Oxford?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Oxford 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 Oxford?
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 Oxford?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Oxford or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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