Loans in Worth County, IA: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Worth County, IA.
The median household in Worth County earns $78,008 a year, about the same as the Iowa median of $75,059. About 8% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 16.8% of households rent their home. 13.4% of households have no home internet; our form works on any phone.
What you need for a payday loan in Worth County
Most Worth 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 Worth County
What Worth County borrowers use it for
cover a short gap before payday
Moving costsdeposits, trucks and first-week expenses
Car repairskeep getting to work while the shop fixes it
Emergencieshandle the unexpected the same week
Loans for your situation
Which loans are available in Worth 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 Worth County
Banks with branches in Worth County
5 FDIC-insured bank branches from 3 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| Farmers State Bank | 3 | 99 7th St N, Northwood 50459 |
| First Security Bank and Trust Company | 1 | 3598 Orchid Ave, Manly 50456 |
| NSB Bank | 1 | 900 Central Ave, Northwood 50459 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
No credit-union branch is listed inside Worth County. The nearest counties with credit unions:
Credit unions in Cerro Gordo County
7 credit-union locations from 5 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Cent | 3124 4Th St Sw, Mason City 50401 |
| North Iowa Community | 640 S Federal Ave, Mason City 50401 |
| Iowa Heartland | 1602 S Monroe Ave, Mason City 50401 |
| Ace | 1028 14Th St Se, Mason City 50401 |
| Gas & Electric Employees | 1602 S Monroe Ave, Mason City 50401 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Credit unions in Winnebago County
1 credit-union locations from 1 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Citizens Community | 106 S Mill St, Lake Mills 50450 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Worth County?
Worth 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 Worth 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 Worth County?
Options include 5 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 Worth County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Worth 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 Worth County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Worth 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 Worth County, IA?
You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in Worth 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 Worth 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. Worth County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.
Can I get a loan in Worth County with bad credit?
Yes, many lenders in our network work with Worth 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.