- Payday loans in La Pine 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 Bend, about 27 miles away.
La Pine at a glance
| La Pine | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,566 |
| Change since 2020 | +2% (growing) |
| County | Deschutes County |
| Size rank among 211 Oregon places we cover | 107th |
| Nearest larger city | Bend (about 27 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Deschutes County | 1 |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 140% |
Payday lending in La Pine follows Oregon state law. Lenders that serve La Pine, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near La Pine
No credit union has its main office in La Pine, but these are based elsewhere in Deschutes County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Mid Oregon Credit Union in Bend (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 La Pine
The main Oregon rules for a payday loan in La Pine: 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 La Pine
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 Deschutes County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Deschutes 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 La Pine
The nearest larger city is Bend, about 27 miles away. See all 211 Oregon cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in La Pine?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in La Pine under Oregon state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in La Pine?
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 La Pine?
No credit union is headquartered in La Pine, but Mid Oregon Credit Union is based in Bend, also in Deschutes 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