- Payday loans in Camas follow Washington law (RCW 31.45 (Check Cashers and Sellers)).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs $45 (15% fee).
- The nearest larger city is Vancouver, about 8 miles away.
Camas at a glance
| Camas | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 27,313 |
| Change since 2020 | +3.1% (growing) |
| County | Clark County |
| Size rank among 262 Washington places we cover | 43rd |
| Nearest larger city | Vancouver (about 8 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Clark County | 4 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 7 (about 262,572 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
There is no separate Camas payday law: Washington rules apply here, and any lender serving Camas residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Camas
No credit union has its main office in Camas, but these are based elsewhere in Clark County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Longshoremen'S Local 4 Federal Credit Union in Vancouver (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- People'S Community Federal Credit Union in Vancouver (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Iq Credit Union in Vancouver (state charter)
- Columbia Community Credit Union in Vancouver (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 Camas
In short, Washington rules that cover Camas include: maximum loan: $700 or 30% of your gross monthly income, whichever is less; maximum fee: 15% on the first $500, 10% on amounts above $500; loans per year: no more than 8 in any 12-month period. See the full Washington payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Camas
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Washington at 391% (June 2023). For $300 at the state maximum, expect $45 (15% fee). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Clark County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Camas residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Clark 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 Camas
- Washougal · 4 mi
- Vancouver · 8 mi
- Battle Ground · 13 mi
- Yacolt · 18 mi
- Ridgefield · 19 mi
- La Center · 21 mi
The nearest larger city is Vancouver, about 8 miles away. See all 262 Washington cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Camas?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Camas under Washington state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Camas?
At Washington’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). The typical statewide APR was 391% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Camas?
No credit union is headquartered in Camas, but Longshoremen'S Local 4 Federal Credit Union is based in Vancouver, also in Clark 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)
- Washington DFI — Payday loans
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary