- Payday loans in Green River 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 110 miles away.
Green River at a glance
| Green River | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 887 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.5% (growing) |
| County | Emery County |
| Size rank among 230 Utah places we cover | 162nd |
| Nearest larger city | Spanish Fork (about 110 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Emery County | 1 |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 543% |
There is no separate Green River payday law: Utah rules apply here, and any lender serving Green River residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Green River
No credit union has its main office in Green River, but these are based elsewhere in Emery County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Desertview Federal Credit Union in Huntington (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 Green River
In short, Utah rules that cover Green River 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 Green River
Utah law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 543% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Emery County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Green River residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Emery 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 Green River
The nearest larger city is Spanish Fork, about 110 miles away. See all 230 Utah cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Green River?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Green River under Utah state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Green River?
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 Green River?
No credit union is headquartered in Green River, but Desertview Federal Credit Union is based in Huntington, also in Emery 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