- Payday loans in West Haven 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 Roy, about 3 miles away.
West Haven at a glance
| West Haven | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 24,617 |
| Change since 2020 | +43.5% (growing fast) |
| County | Weber County |
| Size rank among 230 Utah places we cover | 42nd |
| Share of Utah’s population | 0.7% |
| Nearest larger city | Roy (about 3 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Weber County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 33 (about 578,382 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 543% |
Payday lending in West Haven follows Utah state law. Lenders that serve West Haven, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near West Haven
No credit union has its main office in West Haven, but these are based elsewhere in Weber County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Goldenwest Federal Credit Union in Ogden (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- America First Federal Credit Union in Riverdale (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Wasatch Peaks Federal Credit Union in Ogden (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Education 1st Credit Union in Ogden (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 West Haven
The main Utah rules for a payday loan in West Haven: 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 West Haven
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 Weber County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Weber 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 West Haven
- Roy · 3 mi
- Riverdale · 4 mi
- Marriott-Slaterville · 4 mi
- Ogden · 5 mi
- Washington Terrace · 5 mi
- Clinton · 5 mi
The nearest larger city is Roy, about 3 miles away. See all 230 Utah cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in West Haven?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in West Haven under Utah state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Utah Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in West Haven?
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 West Haven?
No credit union is headquartered in West Haven, but Goldenwest Federal Credit Union is based in Ogden, also in Weber 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