- Payday loans in Forest Grove 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 Hillsboro, about 8 miles away.
Forest Grove at a glance
| Forest Grove | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 27,076 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.8% (growing) |
| County | Washington County |
| Size rank among 211 Oregon places we cover | 24th |
| Share of Oregon’s population | 0.6% |
| Nearest larger city | Hillsboro (about 8 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Washington County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 27 (about 1,156,948 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 140% |
Payday lending in Forest Grove follows Oregon state law. Lenders that serve Forest Grove, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Forest Grove
No credit union has its main office in Forest Grove, but these are based elsewhere in Washington County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Nw Preferred Federal Credit Union in Tigard (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- United Trades Federal Credit Union in Tualatin (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Sunset Federal Credit Union in Portland (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Unitus Community Credit Union in Tigard (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.
Payday loan rules that apply in Forest Grove
The main Oregon rules for a payday loan in Forest Grove: 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 Forest Grove
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Oregon at 140% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect About $39 on a 31-day loan ($30 origination fee plus 36% interest). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Washington County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Washington 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 Forest Grove
The nearest larger city is Hillsboro, about 8 miles away. See all 211 Oregon cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Forest Grove?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Forest Grove under Oregon state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Forest Grove?
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 Forest Grove?
No credit union is headquartered in Forest Grove, but Nw Preferred Federal Credit Union is based in Tigard, also in Washington 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)
- Oregon DFR — Payday loans
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary