- Payday loans in North Cleveland 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 23 miles away.
North Cleveland at a glance
| North Cleveland | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 288 |
| Change since 2020 | +25.8% (growing fast) |
| County | Liberty County |
| Size rank among 1,127 Texas places we cover | 1100th |
| Nearest larger city | Conroe (about 23 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Liberty County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 16 (about 155,694 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 662% |
There is no separate North Cleveland payday law: Texas rules apply here, and any lender serving North Cleveland residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (OCCC).
Credit unions near North Cleveland
No credit union has its main office in North Cleveland, but these are based elsewhere in Liberty County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Liberty County Teachers Federal Credit Union in Liberty (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.
Payday loan rules that apply in North Cleveland
In short, Texas rules that cover North Cleveland include: 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 North Cleveland has one, or contact the city.
What a $300 loan costs in North Cleveland
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 Liberty County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, North Cleveland residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Liberty 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 North Cleveland
- Cleveland · 2 mi
- Splendora · 10 mi
- Shepherd · 10 mi
- Plum Grove · 11 mi
- Patton Village · 12 mi
- Roman Forest · 13 mi
The nearest larger city is Conroe, about 23 miles away. See all 1,127 Texas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in North Cleveland?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in North Cleveland 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 North Cleveland?
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 North Cleveland?
No credit union is headquartered in North Cleveland, but Liberty County Teachers Federal Credit Union is based in Liberty, also in Liberty 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)
- 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