- Payday loans in Clinton follow Tennessee law (Deferred Presentment Services Act (TCA Title 45, Chapter 17)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs 15% of the check amount.
- The nearest larger city is Oak Ridge, about 13 miles away.
Clinton at a glance
| Clinton | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 10,458 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.9% (growing) |
| County | Anderson County |
| Size rank among 326 Tennessee places we cover | 64th |
| Nearest larger city | Oak Ridge (about 13 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Anderson County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 18 (about 316,173 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 460% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Oak Ridge or online from Clinton, the lender must hold a Tennessee license from the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Clinton
No credit union has its main office in Clinton, but these are based elsewhere in Anderson County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Tennessee Members 1st Federal Credit Union in Oak Ridge (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Ornl Federal Credit Union in Oak Ridge (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Y-12 Federal Credit Union in Oak Ridge (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Enrichment Federal Credit Union in Oak Ridge (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 Clinton
Key Tennessee limits that apply to Clinton borrowers: maximum: $500 in total outstanding checks; maximum fee: 15% of the face amount of the check; loan term: up to 31 days. See the full Tennessee payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Clinton
At Tennessee’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs 15% of the check amount. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 460% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Anderson County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Clinton that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Clinton
- Norris · 9 mi
- Rocky Top · 9 mi
- Oliver Springs · 12 mi
- Oak Ridge · 13 mi
- Knoxville · 13 mi
- Caryville · 15 mi
The nearest larger city is Oak Ridge, about 13 miles away. See all 326 Tennessee cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Clinton?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Clinton under Tennessee state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Clinton?
At Tennessee’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs 15% of the check amount. The typical statewide APR was 460% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Clinton?
No credit union is headquartered in Clinton, but Tennessee Members 1st Federal Credit Union is based in Oak Ridge, also in Anderson 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)
- Tennessee — Consumer notice, Deferred Presentment Services Act
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary