- Payday loans in Prairie 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 Redmond, about 123 miles away.
Prairie at a glance
| Prairie | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 817 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.3% (shrinking) |
| County | Grant County |
| Size rank among 211 Oregon places we cover | 172nd |
| Nearest larger city | Redmond (about 123 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Grant County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 3 (about 2,831 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 140% |
Payday lending in Prairie follows Oregon state law. Lenders that serve Prairie, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
Credit unions near Prairie
No credit union has its main office in Prairie, but these are based elsewhere in Grant County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Old West Federal Credit Union in John Day (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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Prairie
The main Oregon rules for a payday loan in Prairie: 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 Prairie
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 Grant County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Grant 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 Prairie
The nearest larger city is Redmond, about 123 miles away. See all 211 Oregon cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Prairie?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Prairie under Oregon state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Prairie?
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 Prairie?
No credit union is headquartered in Prairie, but Old West Federal Credit Union is based in John Day, also in Grant 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