- Payday loans in Carson follow Nevada law (NRS chapter 604A).
- We could not verify a fee cap for Nevada; check current limits with the Nevada Financial Institutions Division.
- The nearest larger city is Reno, about 28 miles away.
Carson at a glance
| Carson | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 58,148 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.9% (holding steady) |
| County | Carson City |
| Size rank among 19 Nevada places we cover | 6th |
| Share of Nevada’s population | 1.8% |
| Nearest larger city | Reno (about 28 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Carson City | 1 |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 548% |
Payday lending in Carson follows Nevada state law. Lenders that serve Carson, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Nevada Financial Institutions Division.
Credit unions near Carson
No credit union has its main office in Carson, but these are based elsewhere in Carson City (NCUA, June 2026):
- Greater Nevada Credit Union in Carson City (state charter)
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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Carson
The main Nevada rules for a payday loan in Carson: maximum loan: no more than 25% of your expected gross monthly income; loan term: up to 35 days for single-payment loans; database: statewide database of short-term loans. See the full Nevada payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Carson
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Nevada at 548% (June 2023). We could not verify a fee cap for Nevada; check current limits with the Nevada Financial Institutions Division. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Carson City before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Carson City.
- 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 Carson
The nearest larger city is Reno, about 28 miles away. See all 19 Nevada cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Carson?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Carson under Nevada state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Nevada Financial Institutions Division.
How much does a payday loan cost in Carson?
We could not verify a fee cap for Nevada; check current limits with the Nevada Financial Institutions Division. The typical statewide APR was 548% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Carson?
No credit union is headquartered in Carson, but Greater Nevada Credit Union is based in Carson City, also in Carson City.
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)
- NRS chapter 604A
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary