- Payday loans in Woonsocket follow Rhode Island law (Rhode Island deferred deposit law; 36% APR cap from January 1, 2027).
- We could not verify a fee cap for Rhode Island; check current limits with the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation.
- 1 credit union is headquartered in Woonsocket; ask about small-dollar loans before borrowing.
Woonsocket at a glance
| Woonsocket | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 44,508 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.1% (growing) |
| County | Providence County |
| Size rank among 8 Rhode Island places we cover | 6th |
| Share of Rhode Island’s population | 4% |
| Nearest larger city | Pawtucket (about 11 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | 1, 1 federal |
| Credit unions headquartered in Providence County | 7 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 6 (about 510,699 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 261% |
Payday lending in Woonsocket follows Rhode Island state law. Lenders that serve Woonsocket, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation.
Credit unions in Woonsocket
These credit unions have their main office in Woonsocket, according to NCUA call report data (June 2026):
- Blackstone River Federal Credit Union (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 Woonsocket
The main Rhode Island rules for a payday loan in Woonsocket: big change: a 2025 law caps payday loans at 36% APR from January 1, 2027, which is expected to end triple-digit payday lending; until then: licensed deferred deposit lenders can still operate under current rules. See the full Rhode Island payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Woonsocket
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Rhode Island at 261% (June 2023). We could not verify a fee cap for Rhode Island; check current limits with the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Providence County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Providence 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 Woonsocket
- Central Falls · 9 mi
- Pawtucket · 11 mi
- Providence · 13 mi
- East Providence · 16 mi
- Cranston · 16 mi
- Warwick · 21 mi
The nearest larger city is Pawtucket, about 11 miles away. See all 8 Rhode Island cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Woonsocket?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Woonsocket under Rhode Island state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation.
How much does a payday loan cost in Woonsocket?
We could not verify a fee cap for Rhode Island; check current limits with the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation. The typical statewide APR was 261% in 2023.
Are there credit unions in Woonsocket?
Yes. NCUA data lists 1 credit union with a main office in Woonsocket, including Blackstone River Federal Credit Union. Federal credit unions can offer payday alternative loans capped at 28% APR.
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)
- Center for Responsible Lending — Rhode Island caps payday loans at 36%
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary