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

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

Residents of Lee 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 Lee 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.

$62,382
Median household income (state $75,059)
13.1%
Below poverty line (state 11.1%)
4.5%
Unemployment rate (state 3.6%)
32,893
Residents

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

The median household in Lee County earns $62,382 a year, 17% below the Iowa median of $75,059. About 13% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 23.7% of households rent their home. 10.6% of households have no home internet; our form works on any phone.

What you need for a payday loan in Lee County

Most Lee 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 Lee County

Banks with branches in Lee County

22 FDIC-insured bank branches from 6 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.

BankBranchesExample location
Pilot Grove Savings Bank9619 9th St, Fort Madison 52627
First Mid Bank & Trust, National Association5801 Avenue F, Fort Madison 52627
Connection Bank4636 Avenue G, Fort Madison 52627
Farmers Savings Bank23542 168th St, Wever 52658
Nicolet National Bank1926 Avenue G, Fort Madison 52627
State Central Bank1514 Main St, Keokuk 52632

Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.

Credit unions in Lee County

7 credit-union locations from 5 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
Aim310 Bank St, Keokuk 52632
Fox Valley2495 208Th St., Montrose 52639
S E C U3200 Main St, Keokuk 52632
Du Pont Employees801 35Th St Ste A, Fort Madison 52627
Lee County123 Boulevard Rd Ste 5, Keokuk 52632

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Lee County?

Lee 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 Lee 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 Lee County?

Options include 22 bank and 7 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 Lee County?

Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Lee 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.

Where can I get a loan in Lee County, IA?

You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in Lee 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 Iowa residents, and many give a decision within minutes. It takes about 3 minutes to see if you qualify.

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

Can I apply for a loan online in Lee County?

Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in Lee 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 an emergency loan in Lee County?

Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Lee 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.

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