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

Union is a city of about 2,123 people in Union County, Oregon. Payday loans are legal here under Oregon law, so the same state limits apply whether you borrow in a store or online.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Union 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 175 miles away.

Union at a glance

Union
Population (2024 Census estimate)2,123
Change since 2020-1.3% (shrinking)
CountyUnion County
Size rank among 211 Oregon places we cover118th
Nearest larger cityRedmond (about 175 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Other towns within 25 miles6 (about 17,373 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)140%

Payday lending in Union follows Oregon state law. Lenders that serve Union, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.

Credit unions near Union

NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Union or Union County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.

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 Union

The main Oregon rules for a payday loan in Union: 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 Union

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 Union County before you borrow

  • Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Union 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 Union

The nearest larger city is Redmond, about 175 miles away. See all 211 Oregon cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Union?

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

How much does a payday loan cost in Union?

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 Union?

NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Union or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.

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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