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Payday Loans in Ramer, TN: Rules, Costs and Local Options

With about 325 residents (2024 Census estimate), Ramer has held steady since 2020. If you are thinking about a payday loan here, these are the Tennessee rules that apply, what it costs and the local alternatives.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Ramer 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 42 miles away.

Ramer at a glance

Ramer
Population (2024 Census estimate)325
Change since 2020-0.6% (holding steady)
CountyMcNairy County
Size rank among 326 Tennessee places we cover313th
Nearest larger cityJackson (about 42 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Other towns within 25 miles12 (about 19,368 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)460%

Payday lending in Ramer follows Tennessee state law. Lenders that serve Ramer, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.

Credit unions near Ramer

NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Ramer or McNairy 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 Ramer

The main Tennessee rules for a payday loan in Ramer: 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 Ramer

The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Tennessee at 460% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect 15% of the check amount. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.

Other help in McNairy County before you borrow

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

The nearest larger city is Jackson, about 42 miles away. See all 326 Tennessee cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Ramer?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Ramer under Tennessee state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions.

How much does a payday loan cost in Ramer?

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 Ramer?

NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Ramer 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. Tennessee — Consumer notice, Deferred Presentment Services Act
  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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