Loans in Washington County, IA: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Washington County, IA.
The median household in Washington County earns $75,647 a year, about the same as the Iowa median of $75,059. About 8% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 26.0% of households rent their home.
What you need for a payday loan in Washington County
Most Washington 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
Popular loan amounts in Washington County
What Washington County borrowers use it for
handle the unexpected the same week
Need money nowthe fastest options online
Medical billspay a doctor, dentist or pharmacy bill now
Car repairskeep getting to work while the shop fixes it
Loans for your situation
Which loans are available in Washington County
Payday Loans Legal
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…
Personal Loans
Regulated lenders: rates set by Banking Superintendent rule; 2026 rule rewrite unclear.
Title Loans Limited
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…
Banks and credit unions in Washington County
Banks with branches in Washington County
12 FDIC-insured bank branches from 6 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| Federation Bank | 3 | 300 S Iowa Ave, Washington 52353 |
| Hills Bank and Trust Company | 3 | 120 5th St, Kalona 52247 |
| Washington State Bank | 2 | 121 S Marion Ave, Washington 52353 |
| CBI Bank & Trust | 2 | 1060 W Monroe St, Washington 52353 |
| White State Bank | 1 | 100 S Main St, Crawfordsville 52621 |
| Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank | 1 | 90 Railroad St, Riverside 52327 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
Credit unions in Washington County
1 credit-union locations from 1 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Community 1St | 303 S 2Nd Ave, Washington 52353 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Washington County?
Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County?
Options include 12 bank and 1 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 Washington County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Washington 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 a loan in Washington 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. Washington County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.
Can I get a loan in Washington County with bad credit?
Yes, many lenders in our network work with Washington 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.
Can I get an emergency loan in Washington County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Washington 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.
Where can I get a loan in Washington County, IA?
You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in Washington 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.