- Payday loans in Tupelo 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 Tupelo; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.
Tupelo at a glance
| Tupelo | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 37,775 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.4% (holding steady) |
| County | Lee County |
| Size rank among 256 Mississippi places we cover | 7th |
| Share of Mississippi’s population | 1.3% |
| Nearest larger city | Olive Branch (about 79 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | 1, 1 federal |
| Credit unions headquartered in Lee County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 19 (about 50,131 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 572% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Olive Branch or online from Tupelo, the lender must hold a Mississippi license from the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance and follow state limits.
Credit unions in Tupelo
These credit unions have their main office in Tupelo, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):
- N. Mississippi Health Services Emp. 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 Tupelo
Key Mississippi limits that apply to Tupelo 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 Tupelo
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 Lee 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 Tupelo 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 Tupelo
The nearest larger city is Olive Branch, about 79 miles away. See all 256 Mississippi cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Tupelo?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Tupelo 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 Tupelo?
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 Tupelo?
Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Tupelo, including N. Mississippi Health Services Emp. 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