- Payday loans in Cut and Shoot follow Texas law (Texas Finance Code chapter 393 (Credit Access Businesses)).
- Texas law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender.
- The nearest larger city is Conroe, about 8 miles away.
Cut and Shoot at a glance
| Cut and Shoot | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,190 |
| Change since 2020 | +9.2% (growing fast) |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Size rank among 1,127 Texas places we cover | 762nd |
| Nearest larger city | Conroe (about 8 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 18 (about 189,295 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 662% |
Payday lending in Cut and Shoot follows Texas state law. Lenders that serve Cut and Shoot, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (OCCC).
Credit unions near Cut and Shoot
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Cut and Shoot or Montgomery 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.
Payday loan rules that apply in Cut and Shoot
The main Texas rules for a payday loan in Cut and Shoot: how it works: most payday and title loans are arranged by licensed Credit Access Businesses (CABs) with a third-party lender; fees: cAB fees are not capped by state law, which is why Texas has some of the highest APRs in the country; licensing: each CAB location must be licensed by the OCCC. See the full Texas payday loan rules.
Many Texas cities have their own rules for credit access businesses, such as limits on loan size and renewals. Ask the lender whether Cut and Shoot has one, or contact the city.
What a $300 loan costs in Cut and Shoot
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Texas at 662% (June 2023). Texas law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Montgomery County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Montgomery 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 Cut and Shoot
- Conroe · 8 mi
- Panorama Village · 9 mi
- Willis · 11 mi
- Shenandoah · 12 mi
- Splendora · 13 mi
- Oak Ridge North · 14 mi
The nearest larger city is Conroe, about 8 miles away. See all 1,127 Texas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Cut and Shoot?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Cut and Shoot under Texas state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (OCCC).
How much does a payday loan cost in Cut and Shoot?
Texas law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. The typical statewide APR was 662% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Cut and Shoot?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Cut and Shoot or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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)
- Texas OCCC — Credit access businesses
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary