- Payday loans in Monroe 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 Lake Stevens, about 11 miles away.
Monroe at a glance
| Monroe | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 19,927 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.5% (holding steady) |
| County | Snohomish County |
| Size rank among 262 Washington places we cover | 59th |
| Nearest larger city | Lake Stevens (about 11 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Snohomish County | 7 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 37 (about 1,898,495 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Monroe follows Washington state law. Lenders that serve Monroe, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Monroe
No credit union has its main office in Monroe, but these are based elsewhere in Snohomish County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Nordstrom Federal Credit Union in Everett (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Community Healthcare Federal Credit Union in Everett (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Northwest Plus Credit Union in Everett (state charter)
- Mill Town Credit Union in Everett (state charter)
- Qualstar Credit Union in Bothell (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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Monroe
The main Washington rules for a payday loan in Monroe: 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 Monroe
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 Snohomish County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Snohomish 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 Monroe
The nearest larger city is Lake Stevens, about 11 miles away. See all 262 Washington cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Monroe?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Monroe under Washington state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Monroe?
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 Monroe?
No credit union is headquartered in Monroe, but Nordstrom Federal Credit Union is based in Everett, also in Snohomish 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