- Payday loans in Pine Bluffs follow Wyoming law (Wyoming Uniform Consumer Credit Code, W.S. 40-14-363).
- Borrowing $300 at the state maximum costs Up to $60 a month (20%).
- The nearest larger city is Cheyenne, about 37 miles away.
Pine Bluffs at a glance
| Pine Bluffs | |
|---|---|
| Population (2024 Census estimate) | 1,111 |
| Change since 2020 | -4.2% (shrinking) |
| County | Laramie County |
| Size rank among 72 Wyoming places we cover | 41st |
| Nearest larger city | Cheyenne (about 37 miles) |
| Credit unions headquartered in town (NCUA) | None |
| Credit unions headquartered in Laramie County | 6 |
| Other towns within 25 miles | 1 (about 379 residents) |
| Typical payday APR statewide (CRL 2023) | 316% |
There is no separate Pine Bluffs payday law: Wyoming rules apply here, and any lender serving Pine Bluffs residents, online or in person, needs a license from the Wyoming Division of Banking.
Credit unions near Pine Bluffs
No credit union has its main office in Pine Bluffs, but these are based elsewhere in Laramie County (NCUA, June 2026):
- Western Vista Federal Credit Union in Cheyenne (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- First Education Federal Credit Union in Cheyenne (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Cheyenne-Laramie County Employees Federal Credit Union in Cheyenne (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Blue Federal Credit Union in Cheyenne (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
- Wyhy Federal Credit Union in Cheyenne (federal charter — may offer payday alternative loans (PALs))
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 Pine Bluffs
In short, Wyoming rules that cover Pine Bluffs include: maximum fee: $30 or 20% of the principal per month, whichever is greater; extended payment plan: available under W.S. 40-14-366. See the full Wyoming payday loan rules.
What a $300 loan costs in Pine Bluffs
At Wyoming’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs Up to $60 a month (20%). Statewide, the typical APR on a $400 payday loan was 316% (Center for Responsible Lending, June 2023). Check any offer with our payday loan calculator.
Other help in Laramie County before you borrow
Before a payday loan, Pine Bluffs residents can usually find something cheaper:
- Local assistance through 211 covering Laramie 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 Pine Bluffs
The nearest larger city is Cheyenne, about 37 miles away. See all 72 Wyoming cities.
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Request a loanFrequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Pine Bluffs?
Yes. Payday loans are legal in Pine Bluffs under Wyoming state law, and lenders must be licensed by the Wyoming Division of Banking.
How much does a payday loan cost in Pine Bluffs?
At Wyoming’s maximum fee, borrowing $300 costs Up to $60 a month (20%). The typical statewide APR was 316% in 2023.
Where is the nearest credit union to Pine Bluffs?
No credit union is headquartered in Pine Bluffs, but Western Vista Federal Credit Union is based in Cheyenne, also in Laramie 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)
- W.S. 40-14-363
- W.S. 40-14-366 — Extended payment plan
- Center for Responsible Lending — Red Alert Rates: APRs on $400 single-payment payday loans (June 2023)
- CDFI Fund — NCUA payday alternative loans summary