- Payday loans in Chetek 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 Eau Claire, about 35 miles away.
Chetek at a glance
| Chetek | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 2,169 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.3% (holding steady) |
| County | Barron County |
| Size rank among 561 Wisconsin places we cover | 258th |
| Nearest larger city | Eau Claire (about 35 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 17 (about 27,358 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 537% |
Payday lending in Chetek follows Wisconsin state law. Lenders that serve Chetek, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Chetek
NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Chetek or Barron County. Many credit unions have branches in other towns or accept members online. Use the NCUA’s Credit Union Locator to find one near you.
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 Chetek
The main Wisconsin rules for a payday loan in Chetek: 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 Chetek
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 Barron County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Barron 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 Chetek
The nearest larger city is Eau Claire, about 35 miles away. See all 561 Wisconsin cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Chetek?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Chetek under Wisconsin state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Chetek?
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 Chetek?
NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Chetek or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.
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