- Payday loans in Monticello 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 198 miles away.
Monticello at a glance
| Monticello | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,757 |
| Change since 2020 | -3.8% (shrinking) |
| County | San Juan County |
| Size rank among 230 Utah places we cover | 128th |
| Nearest larger city | Spanish Fork (about 198 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in San Juan County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 1 (about 3,216 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 543% |
Payday lending in Monticello follows Utah state law. Lenders that serve Monticello, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Monticello
No credit union has its main office in Monticello, but these are based elsewhere in San Juan County (NCUA, June 2026):
- San Juan Credit Union in Blanding (state charter)
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 Monticello
The main Utah rules for a payday loan in Monticello: 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 Monticello
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 San Juan County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in San Juan 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 Monticello
The nearest larger city is Spanish Fork, about 198 miles away. See all 230 Utah cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Monticello?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Monticello under Utah state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Monticello?
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 Monticello?
No credit union is headquartered in Monticello, but San Juan Credit Union is based in Blanding, also in San Juan 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