- Payday loans in McKenzie 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 Jackson, about 38 miles away.
McKenzie at a glance
| McKenzie | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 5,603 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.6% (growing) |
| Counties | Carroll County, Henry County and Weakley County |
| Size rank among 326 Tennessee places we cover | 99th |
| Nearest larger city | Jackson (about 38 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in these counties | 2 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 20 (about 52,861 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 460% |
There is no separate McKenzie payday law: Tennessee rules apply here, and any lender serving McKenzie residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near McKenzie
No credit union has its main office in McKenzie, but these are based elsewhere in Carroll County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Holley Credit Union in Paris (state charter)
- Wcg Employees Credit Union in Martin (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 McKenzie
In short, Tennessee rules that cover McKenzie include: 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 McKenzie
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 Carroll County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, McKenzie residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Carroll County.
- A credit union payday alternative loan (max 28% APR). See PALs explained.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if offered (compare banks).
- A cash advance app for $20–$500 (apps compared).
Towns near McKenzie
The nearest larger city is Jackson, about 38 miles away. See all 326 Tennessee cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in McKenzie?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in McKenzie under Tennessee state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in McKenzie?
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 McKenzie?
No credit union is headquartered in McKenzie, but Holley Credit Union is based in Paris, also in Carroll 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