- Payday loans in Castle Valley follow Utah law (Utah Code Title 7, Chapter 23 (Deferred Deposit Lending)).
- Utah law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender.
- The nearest larger city is Spanish Fork, about 158 miles away.
Castle Valley at a glance
| Castle Valley | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 367 |
| Change since 2020 | +5.5% (growing fast) |
| County | Grand County |
| Size rank among 230 Utah places we cover | 210th |
| Nearest larger city | Spanish Fork (about 158 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Grand County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 1 (about 5,242 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 543% |
There is no separate Castle Valley payday law: Utah rules apply here, and any lender serving Castle Valley residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Castle Valley
No credit union has its main office in Castle Valley, but these are based elsewhere in Grand County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Desert Rivers Federal Credit Union in Moab (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 Castle Valley
In short, Utah rules that cover Castle Valley include: loan amount and fees: no statutory cap; maximum interest period: 10 weeks; no interest or fees after that; extended payment plan: after 10 weeks you can ask for an extended payment plan with no extra interest or fees. See the full Utah payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Castle Valley
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Utah at 543% (June 2023). Utah 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 Grand County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Castle Valley residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Grand 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 Castle Valley
The nearest larger city is Spanish Fork, about 158 miles away. See all 230 Utah cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Castle Valley?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Castle Valley under Utah state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Castle Valley?
Utah law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. The typical statewide APR was 543% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Castle Valley?
No credit union is headquartered in Castle Valley, but Desert Rivers Federal Credit Union is based in Moab, also in Grand 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)
- Utah Code 7-23-401
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary