- Payday loans in Edgewood 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 Puyallup, about 4 miles away.
Edgewood at a glance
| Edgewood | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 13,496 |
| Change since 2020 | +8.6% (growing fast) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Size rank among 262 Washington places we cover | 73rd |
| Nearest larger city | Puyallup (about 4 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Pierce County | 8 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 38 (about 1,209,916 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Edgewood follows Washington state law. Lenders that serve Edgewood, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Edgewood
No credit union has its main office in Edgewood, but these are based elsewhere in Pierce County (NCUA, June 2026):
- America'S Credit Union, A in Dupont (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Spark Federal Credit Union in Tacoma (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Sound Credit Union in Tacoma (state charter)
- Harborstone Credit Union in Tacoma (state charter)
- Tacoma Longshoremen Credit Union in Tacoma (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 Edgewood
The main Washington rules for a payday loan in Edgewood: 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 Edgewood
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 Pierce County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Pierce 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 Edgewood
The nearest larger city is Puyallup, about 4 miles away. See all 262 Washington cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Edgewood?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Edgewood under Washington state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Edgewood?
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 Edgewood?
No credit union is headquartered in Edgewood, but America'S Credit Union, A is based in Dupont, also in Pierce 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