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Loans in Monroe County, OH: payday, personal & title options

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

Residents of Monroe County follow Ohio 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 Monroe 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.

$60,134
Median household income (state $71,389)
15.2%
Below poverty line (state 13.3%)
5.4%
Unemployment rate (state 4.8%)
13,227
Residents

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

The median household in Monroe County earns $60,134 a year, 16% below the Ohio median of $71,389. About 15% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 20.1% of households rent their home. 15.6% of households have no home internet; our form works on any phone.

What you need for a payday loan in Monroe County

Most Monroe 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 Monroe County

Banks with branches in Monroe County

5 FDIC-insured bank branches from 4 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.

BankBranchesExample location
The Citizens National Bank of Woodsfield2143 S Main St, Woodsfield 43793
The Peoples Savings Bank1710 2nd St, New Matamoras 45767
Woodsfield Savings Bank1600 Lewisville Rd, Woodsfield 43793
WesBanco Bank, Inc.1101 N Sycamore St, Woodsfield 43793

Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.

Credit unions in Monroe County

2 credit-union locations from 1 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
Ohio Valley Community700 Lewisville Rd, Woodsfield 43793

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

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Frequently asked questions

Are payday loans legal in Monroe County?

Monroe County follows Ohio law. Payday-style loans are legal in Ohio only as 'short-term loans' from lenders licensed under the Short-Term Loan Act (as rewritten by House Bill 123, effective 2019).

Are title loans legal in Monroe County?

Short-term (payday) lenders may not take a car title as security, and credit services organizations may not arrange loans under $5,000, of one year or less, or above 28% APR.

Where can I get a small loan in Monroe County?

Options include 5 bank and 2 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 Monroe County?

Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Monroe County. We share it with lenders in our network that serve Ohio; 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 Monroe County, OH?

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

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

Yes, many lenders in our network work with Monroe 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 apply for a loan online in Monroe County?

Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in Monroe 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 Ohio. 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 Monroe 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. Monroe County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.

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