- Payday loans in Quinby follow South Carolina law (S.C. Code Title 34, Chapter 39 (Deferred Presentment Services Act)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $45 (15% fee).
- The nearest larger city is Florence, about 5 miles away.
Quinby at a glance
| Quinby | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 895 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.7% (holding steady) |
| County | Florence County |
| Size rank among 223 South Carolina places we cover | 156th |
| Nearest larger city | Florence (about 5 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Florence County | 5 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 14 (about 74,239 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Quinby follows South Carolina state law. Lenders that serve Quinby, in a store or online, must be licensed by the South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions, Consumer Finance Division.
Credit unions near Quinby
No credit union has its main office in Quinby, but these are based elsewhere in Florence County (NCUA, June 2026):
- S C I Federal Credit Union in Florence (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Trinity Baptist Church Federal Credit Union in Florence (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Pee Dee Federal Credit Union in Florence (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Palmetto First Federal Credit Union in Florence (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Nucor Employee'S Credit Union in Florence (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 Quinby
The main South Carolina rules for a payday loan in Quinby: maximum loan: $550; maximum fee: 15% of the amount advanced; loan term: up to 31 days. See the full South Carolina payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Quinby
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in South Carolina at 391% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $45 (15% fee). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Florence County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Florence 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 Quinby
The nearest larger city is Florence, about 5 miles away. See all 223 South Carolina cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Quinby?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Quinby under South Carolina state law, and lenders must be licensed by the South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions, Consumer Finance Division.
How much does a payday loan cost in Quinby?
At South Carolina’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). The typical statewide APR was 391% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Quinby?
No credit union is headquartered in Quinby, but S C I Federal Credit Union is based in Florence, also in Florence 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)
- South Carolina Legislature — Deferred presentment (2009 Bill 87)
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary