- Payday loans in Sumner 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.
Sumner at a glance
| Sumner | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 10,885 |
| Change since 2020 | +2.1% (growing) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Size rank among 262 Washington places we cover | 88th |
| 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 | 39 (about 1,215,391 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 391% |
Payday lending in Sumner follows Washington state law. Lenders that serve Sumner, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Sumner
No credit union has its main office in Sumner, 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.
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Payday loan rules that apply in Sumner
The main Washington rules for a payday loan in Sumner: 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 Sumner
At Washington’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs $45 (15% fee). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 391% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). 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 Sumner
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 Sumner?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Sumner under Washington state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Washington Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Sumner?
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 Sumner?
No credit union is headquartered in Sumner, 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