Loans in San Bernardino County, CA: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for San Bernardino County, CA.
The median household in San Bernardino County earns $85,478 a year, 14% below the California median of $99,122. About 13% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 37.9% of households rent their home.
What you need for a payday loan in San Bernardino County
Here's what to have on hand before you start your payday loan request in San Bernardino County:
- Be 18 or older (19 in some states) and a US resident
- A government-issued photo ID
- A steady source of income — a job, benefits or self-employment
- An active checking account in your name for the deposit
- A working phone number and email address
Popular loan amounts in San Bernardino County
What San Bernardino County borrowers use it for
keep getting to work while the shop fixes it
Need money nowthe fastest options online
Holiday expensesgifts and travel without maxing a card
Moving costsdeposits, trucks and first-week expenses
Loans for your situation
Which loans are available in San Bernardino County
Payday Loans Legal
Payday loans are legal in California under the California Deferred Deposit Transaction Law (CDDTL), from lenders licensed by the DFPI.
Personal Loans
Under $2,500: tiered 12%-30%/yr.
Title Loans Legal
Car-title loans are legal in California as California Financing Law (CFL) loans.
Banks and credit unions in San Bernardino County
Banks with branches in San Bernardino County
201 FDIC-insured bank branches from 30 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 37 | 31 W Foothill Blvd, Upland 91786 |
| U.S. Bank National Association | 33 | 239 E Main St, Barstow 92311 |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 28 | 240 N Euclid Ave, Ontario 91762 |
| Bank of America, National Association | 28 | 22377 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace 92313 |
| Citizens Business Bank, National Association | 8 | 701 N Haven Ave, Ontario 91764 |
| Flagstar Bank, National Association | 8 | 945 Armory Rd, Barstow 92311 |
| Citibank, National Association | 7 | 615 N La Cadena Dr, Colton 92324 |
| Banc of California | 5 | 218 E State St, Redlands 92373 |
| Zions Bancorporation, N.A. | 4 | 9590 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga 91730 |
| Chino Commercial Bank, N.A. | 4 | 14245 Pipeline Ave, Chino 91710 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
Credit unions in San Bernardino County
73 credit-union locations from 30 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Certified | 420 E Hospitality Ln Ste A6, San Bernardino 92408 |
| Vida | 1520 N Palmetto Ave, Ontario 91762 |
| Thinkwise | 599 N E St, San Bernardino 92401 |
| U.P.S. Employees | 3110 Inland Empire Blvd Ste A, Ontario 91764 |
| Navy Federal Credit Union | 4190 E 4Th St Ste A, Ontario 91764 |
| America First | 27828 Greenspot Rd Ste 1, Highland 92346 |
| Schoolsfirst | 10910 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga 91730 |
| The Golden 1 | 2254 S Euclid Ave Ste A, Ontario 91762 |
| Global | 12699 Main St Ste 140, Hesperia 92345 |
| Wescom Central | 4330 Mills Cir, Ontario 91764 |
| Arrowhead | 23971 Lake Dr, Crestline 92325 |
| Credit Union Of Southern Ca, A | 2777 E Guasti Rd, Ontario 91761 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Cities in San Bernardino County
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Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in San Bernardino County?
San Bernardino County follows California law. Payday loans are legal in California under the California Deferred Deposit Transaction Law (CDDTL), from lenders licensed by the DFPI.
Are title loans legal in San Bernardino County?
Car-title loans are legal in California as California Financing Law (CFL) loans.
Where can I get a small loan in San Bernardino County?
Options include 201 bank and 73 credit-union locations in the county, licensed installment lenders, and online lenders you can reach through our short form in about 3 minutes.
How do I get a loan in San Bernardino County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in San Bernardino County. We share it with lenders in our network that serve California; if one approves you, you review the terms and the money is deposited to your bank account, often the next business day.
Can I get a loan in San Bernardino County on the weekend?
You can submit our online form any day, including weekends and holidays, and some lenders review requests right away. Deposits depend on banking days, so funds requested on a Saturday or Sunday typically arrive the next business day. Submitting early helps you get the first available deposit. San Bernardino County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.
Can I apply for a loan online in San Bernardino County?
Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in San Bernardino County. Our secure online form works on your phone or computer, takes about 3 minutes, and connects you with lenders in our network that serve California. If you're approved and accept an offer, funds go directly to your bank account, often by the next business day.
Where can I get a loan in San Bernardino County, CA?
You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in San Bernardino County, or apply online from anywhere in the county. Online requests are often the quickest way to reach several lenders at once. Our free form sends a single request to lenders in our network that serve California residents, and many give a decision within minutes. It takes about 3 minutes to see if you qualify.
Can I get an emergency loan in San Bernardino County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, San Bernardino County residents can request an emergency loan online at any time of day. Our 3-minute form reaches multiple lenders in our network, many decide within minutes, and approved funds are often deposited by the next business day. All credit types are considered, and there's no cost or obligation to see your options.