- Payday loans in Trenton 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 Anna, about 13 miles away.
Trenton at a glance
| Trenton | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 852 |
| Change since 2020 | +13.9% (growing fast) |
| Counties | Collin County, Fannin County and Grayson County |
| Size rank among 1,127 Texas places we cover | 859th |
| Nearest larger city | Anna (about 13 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in these counties | 7 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 25 (about 417,592 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 662% |
Payday lending in Trenton follows Texas state law. Lenders that serve Trenton, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner (OCCC).
Credit unions near Trenton
No credit union has its main office in Trenton, but these are based elsewhere in Collin County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Lifetime Federal Credit Union in Richardson (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Redeemer Federal Credit Union in Plano (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Credit Union of Texas in Allen (state charter)
- Intouch Credit Union in Plano (state charter)
- Fannin Federal Credit Union in Bonham (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 Trenton
The main Texas rules for a payday loan in Trenton: 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 Trenton has one, or contact the city.
What a $300 loan costs in Trenton
Texas law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 662% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Collin County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Collin 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 Trenton
The nearest larger city is Anna, about 13 miles away. See all 1,127 Texas cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Trenton?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Trenton 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 Trenton?
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 Trenton?
No credit union is headquartered in Trenton, but Lifetime Federal Credit Union is based in Richardson, also in Collin 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