- Payday loans in Saltillo 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 Tupelo, about 8 miles away.
Saltillo at a glance
| Saltillo | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 4,968 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.3% (holding steady) |
| County | Lee County |
| Size rank among 256 Mississippi places we cover | 62nd |
| Nearest larger city | Tupelo (about 8 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Lee County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 18 (about 83,175 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 572% |
There is no separate Saltillo payday law: Mississippi rules apply here, and any lender serving Saltillo residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.
Credit unions near Saltillo
No credit union has its main office in Saltillo, but these are based elsewhere in Lee County (NCUA, June 2026):
- N. Mississippi Health Services Emp. Federal Credit Union in Tupelo (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 Saltillo
In short, Mississippi rules that cover Saltillo 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 Saltillo
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 Lee County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Saltillo residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Lee 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 Saltillo
The nearest larger city is Tupelo, about 8 miles away. See all 256 Mississippi cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Saltillo?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Saltillo 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 Saltillo?
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 Saltillo?
No credit union is headquartered in Saltillo, but N. Mississippi Health Services Emp. Federal Credit Union is based in Tupelo, also in Lee 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