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Payday Loans in Clintonville, WI: Rules, Costs and Local Options

Payday loans are legal in Clintonville, Wisconsin, a city of 4,528 people about 30 miles from Appleton. Before you borrow, compare the cost with credit unions in the area.

Key takeaways
  • Payday loans in Clintonville 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 Appleton, about 30 miles away.

Clintonville at a glance

Clintonville
Population (2024 Census estimate)4,528
Change since 2020-1.7% (shrinking)
CountyWaupaca County
Size rank among 561 Wisconsin places we cover164th
Nearest larger cityAppleton (about 30 miles)
Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA)None
Other towns within 25 miles21 (about 44,221 residents)
Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023)537%

Whether you borrow at a storefront in Appleton or online from Clintonville, the lender must hold a Wisconsin license from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions and follow state limits.

Credit unions near Clintonville

NCUA data (June 2026) shows no credit union headquartered in Clintonville or Waupaca 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 Clintonville

Key Wisconsin limits that apply to Clintonville borrowers: 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 Clintonville

Wisconsin law sets no cap on payday loan fees, so prices vary widely by lender. Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 537% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.

Other help in Waupaca 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 Clintonville 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 Clintonville

The nearest larger city is Appleton, about 30 miles away. See all 561 Wisconsin cities.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Clintonville?

Yes. Payday loans are legal in Clintonville under Wisconsin state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.

How much does a payday loan cost in Clintonville?

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 Clintonville?

NCUA data shows no credit union headquartered in Clintonville or its county. Use the NCUA credit union locator to find branches and online credit unions.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau — City and town population totals, Vintage 2024
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 Gazetteer files (place locations)
  3. NCUA — Credit union call report data, June 2026 (FOICU)
  4. Wisconsin DFI — Licensed financial services FAQ
  5. Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
  6. CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary
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