- Payday loans in Franklin 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 Greenfield, about 5 miles away.
Franklin at a glance
| Franklin | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 36,591 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.2% (growing) |
| County | Milwaukee County |
| Size rank among 561 Wisconsin places we cover | 24th |
| Share of Wisconsin’s population | 0.6% |
| Nearest larger city | Greenfield (about 5 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Milwaukee County | 7 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 63 (about 1,581,147 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 537% |
Payday lending in Franklin follows Wisconsin state law. Lenders that serve Franklin, in a store or online, must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
Credit unions near Franklin
No credit union has its main office in Franklin, but these are based elsewhere in Milwaukee County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Prime Financial Credit Union in Cudahy (state charter)
- Air Tech Credit Union in Milwaukee (state charter)
- Northwestern Mutual Credit Union in Milwaukee (state charter)
- Brewery Credit Union in Milwaukee (state charter)
- Guardian Credit Union in Oak Creek (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 Franklin
The main Wisconsin rules for a payday loan in Franklin: 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 Franklin
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 Milwaukee County before you borrow
- Call or text 211 for help with rent, utilities and food in Milwaukee 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 Franklin
The nearest larger city is Greenfield, about 5 miles away. See all 561 Wisconsin cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Franklin?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Franklin under Wisconsin state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a payday loan cost in Franklin?
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 Franklin?
No credit union is headquartered in Franklin, but Prime Financial Credit Union is based in Cudahy, also in Milwaukee 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