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Payday Loans in Donald, OR: Rules, Costs and Local Options

Payday loans are legal in Donald, Oregon, a city of 1,013 people about 5 miles from Woodburn. Before you borrow, compare the cost with credit unions in Marion County.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Donald follow Oregon law (ORS chapter 725A).
  • Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs About $39 on a 31-day loan ($30 origination fee plus 36% interest).
  • The nearest larger city is Woodburn, about 5 miles away.

Donald at a glance

Donald
Population (2024 Census estimate)1,013
Change since 2020+0.4% (holding steady)
CountyMarion County
Size rank among 211 Oregon places we cover165th
Nearest larger cityWoodburn (about 5 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Credit unions headquartered in Marion County4
Other towns within 25 miles40 (about 1,574,672 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)140%

Whether you borrow at a storefront in Woodburn or online from Donald, the lender must hold a Oregon license from the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation and follow state limits.

Credit unions near Donald

No credit union has its main office in Donald, but these are based elsewhere in Marion County (NCUA, June 2026):

  • Ibew/Sj Cascade Federal Credit Union in Salem (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
  • Heritage Grove Federal Credit Union in Salem (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
  • Marion And Polk Schools Credit Union in Salem (state charter)
  • Valley Credit Union in Salem (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 Donald

Key Oregon limits that apply to Donald borrowers: minimum term: 31 days; interest: 36% a year; origination fee: $10 per $100, up to $30 on a new loan. See the full Oregon payday loan rules.

What a $300 loan costs in Donald

At Oregon’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs About $39 on a 31-day loan ($30 origination fee plus 36% interest). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 140% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.

Other help in Marion 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 Donald 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 Donald

The nearest larger city is Woodburn, about 5 miles away. See all 211 Oregon cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Donald?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Donald under Oregon state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.

How much does a payday loan cost in Donald?

At Oregon’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs About $39 on a 31-day loan ($30 origination fee plus 36% interest). The typical statewide APR was 140% in 2023.

Where is the nearest credit union to Donald?

No credit union is headquartered in Donald, but Ibew/Sj Cascade Federal Credit Union is based in Salem, also in Marion County.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
  3. NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
  4. Oregon DFR — Payday loans
  5. Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
  6. CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary
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