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Loans in Butler County, IA: payday, personal & title options

Iowa law verified 2026-10-25 · County data updated 2026-10-25

Residents of Butler County follow Iowa lending law: payday loans are legal, car title loans are limited, and personal installment loans are available from licensed and online lenders. Here is local income data, every bank and credit union in the county, and how to request offers.

Request a payday loan in Butler County

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  1. 1 Choose an amount and fill out the form
  2. 2 Get matched with a lender in our network
  3. 3 Review your offer and get funded, often next business day

Tip: apply on a weekday morning for the best chance of funding by the next business day.

No hard credit inquiry on our end; lenders may check your credit. Not a lender; approval, amount and terms come from the lender. Example: $1,000 over 12 months at 35.99% APR ≈ $100.46/month.

$73,715
Median household income (state $75,059)
9.2%
Below poverty line (state 11.1%)
3.1%
Unemployment rate (state 3.6%)
14,268
Residents

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Butler County, IA.

The median household in Butler County earns $73,715 a year, about the same as the Iowa median of $75,059. About 9% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 15.9% of households rent their home. 11.2% of households have no home internet; our form works on any phone.

What you need for a payday loan in Butler County

Most Butler County applicants can finish in one sitting if they have these ready:

  • 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

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Banks and credit unions in Butler County

Banks with branches in Butler County

9 FDIC-insured bank branches from 5 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.

BankBranchesExample location
Lincoln Savings Bank3402 N Main St, Allison 50602
Iowa State Bank3100 N Main St, Clarksville 50619
CUSB Bank1104 N Cherry St, Shell Rock 50670
Nicolet National Bank11001 Highway 57, Parkersburg 50665
Green Belt Bank & Trust1602-604 Hwy 57, Parkersburg 50665

Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.

No credit-union branch is listed inside Butler County. The nearest counties with credit unions:

Credit unions in Floyd County

1 credit-union locations from 1 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
Family Community1211 N Grand Ave, Charles City 50616

Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.

Credit unions in Bremer County

1 credit-union locations from 1 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
Veridian315 Oak Ridge Cir, Waverly 50677

Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Butler County?

Butler County follows Iowa law. Payday loans (delayed deposit services) are legal in Iowa from businesses licensed by the Division of Banking under the Delayed Deposit Services Licensing Act, Iowa Code chapter 533D.

Are title loans legal in Butler County?

Iowa caps consumer loans secured by a car title at 21% a year unless the lender is licensed under the Regulated Loan Act (chapter 536) or Industrial Loan Act (chapter 536A), and bans disguising a title loan as a sale, lease, pawn or similar deal.

Where can I get a small loan in Butler County?

Options include 9 bank 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 Butler County?

Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Butler County. We share it with lenders in our network that serve Iowa; 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 an emergency loan in Butler County?

Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Butler 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.

Can I get a loan in Butler 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. Butler County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.

Can I apply for a loan online in Butler County?

Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in Butler 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 Iowa. If you're approved and accept an offer, funds go directly to your bank account, often by the next business day.

Can I get a loan in Butler County with bad credit?

Yes, many lenders in our network work with Butler County residents who have fair, poor or limited credit. They look at your income and ability to repay, not just your score, and some use alternative credit data instead of a traditional hard pull. Approval isn't guaranteed, but checking is free and takes about 3 minutes. Loan amounts range from $100 to $5,000.

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