- Payday loans in Brooklyn follow Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 138.14).
- Wisconsin law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender.
- The nearest larger city is Fitchburg, about 10 miles away.
Brooklyn at a glance
| Brooklyn | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,533 |
| Change since 2020 | +0.7% (holding steady) |
| Counties | Dane County and Green County |
| Size rank among 561 Wisconsin places we cover | 304th |
| Nearest larger city | Fitchburg (about 10 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in these counties | 6 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 30 (about 594,817 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 537% |
There is no separate Brooklyn payday law: Wisconsin rules apply here, and any lender serving Brooklyn residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Brooklyn
No credit union has its main office in Brooklyn, but these are based elsewhere in Dane County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Madison Credit Union in Madison (state charter)
- University of Wisconsin Credit Union in Madison (state charter)
- Madison Fire Department Credit Union in Madison (state charter)
- Wea Credit Union in Madison (state charter)
- Heartland Credit Union in Madison (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 Brooklyn
In short, Wisconsin rules that cover Brooklyn include: maximum loan: $1,500 or 35% of your gross monthly income, whichever is less; loan term: 90 days or less; renewals: one renewal; 24-hour cooling-off period after repaying a renewed loan. See the full Wisconsin payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Brooklyn
The Center for Responsible Lending put the typical APR on a $400 payday loan in Wisconsin at 537% (June 2023). Wisconsin law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Dane County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Brooklyn residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Dane 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 Brooklyn
The nearest larger city is Fitchburg, about 10 miles away. See all 561 Wisconsin cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Brooklyn?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Brooklyn under Wisconsin state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Brooklyn?
Wisconsin law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. The typical statewide APR was 537% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Brooklyn?
No credit union is headquartered in Brooklyn, but Madison Credit Union is based in Madison, also in Dane 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)
- Wisconsin DFI — Licensed financial services FAQ
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary