- Payday loans in Selah 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 Yakima, about 4 miles away.
Selah at a glance
| Selah | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 8,653 |
| Change since 2020 | +5.7% (growing fast) |
| County | Yakima County |
| Size rank among 262 Washington places we cover | 102nd |
| Nearest larger city | Yakima (about 4 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Yakima County | 1 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 11 (about 150,753 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Whether you borrow at a storefront in Yakima or online from Selah, the lender must hold a Washington license from the Washington Department of Financial Institutions and follow state limits.
Credit unions near Selah
No credit union has its main office in Selah, but these are based elsewhere in Yakima County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Solarity Credit Union in Yakima (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 Selah
Key Washington limits that apply to Selah borrowers: 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 Selah
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 Yakima County before you borrow
- Credit union payday alternative loans (PALs): $200–$2,000 at no more than 28% APR. Search for a federal credit union in Selah that offers them. See how PALs work.
- Your bank’s small-dollar loan, if it offers one. See bank small-dollar loans.
- Cash advance apps for $20–$500 based on your direct deposits. See apps compared.
- 211: call or text 211 for local help with rent, utilities and food.
Towns near Selah
The nearest larger city is Yakima, about 4 miles away. See all 262 Washington cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Selah?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Selah under Washington state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Selah?
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 Selah?
No credit union is headquartered in Selah, but Solarity Credit Union is based in Yakima, also in Yakima 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