Loans in Richland County, SC: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Richland County, SC.
The median household in Richland County earns $63,784 a year, 8% below the South Carolina median of $69,324. About 17% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 39.7% of households rent their home.
What you need for a payday loan in Richland County
Most Richland 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 Richland County
What Richland County borrowers use it for
the fastest options online
Car repairskeep getting to work while the shop fixes it
Rent duecover a short gap before payday
Emergencieshandle the unexpected the same week
Loans for your situation
Which loans are available in Richland County
Payday Loans Legal
Payday loans (deferred presentment services) are legal in South Carolina from lenders licensed by the State Board of Financial Institutions under Title 34, Chapter 39.
Personal Loans
No cap over $600 (filed and posted rates); Consumer Finance Act schedule up to $7,500.
Title Loans Legal
Title loans are legal in South Carolina.
Banks and credit unions in Richland County
Banks with branches in Richland County
81 FDIC-insured bank branches from 23 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company | 11 | 1230 Main St, Columbia 29201 |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 8 | 930 Assembly St, Columbia 29201 |
| Bank of America, National Association | 7 | 7547 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia 29209 |
| Truist Bank | 7 | 8910 Two Notch Rd, Columbia 29223 |
| TD Bank, National Association | 5 | 4875 Forest Dr, Columbia 29206 |
| Pinnacle Bank | 5 | 1221 Main St, Columbia 29201 |
| JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 5 | 10134 Two Notch Rd, Columbia 29223 |
| SouthState Bank, National Association | 4 | 520 Gervais St, Columbia 29201 |
| First Community Bank | 4 | 4404 Forest Dr, Columbia 29206 |
| First Palmetto Bank | 3 | 3932 Forest Dr, Columbia 29204 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
Credit unions in Richland County
54 credit-union locations from 17 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Grow Financial | 163 Forum Dr Ste 1, Columbia 29229 |
| Founders | 1400 Greene St Rm 227U, Columbia 29225 |
| Allsouth | 7471 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia 29209 |
| Spero Financial | 1025 Pulaski St, Columbia 29201 |
| Navy Federal Credit Union | 149 Forum Dr, Columbia 29229 |
| South Carolina | 4503 Forest Dr, Columbia 29206 |
| Self-Help | 1545 Sumter St, Columbia 29201 |
| Safe | 727 Fashion Dr, Columbia 29229 |
| S. C. State | 800 Huger St, Columbia 29201 |
| Palmetto Citizens | 1320 Washington St, Columbia 29201 |
| Mid Carolina | 100 Forum Dr Ste 4, Columbia 29229 |
| Caro | 4480 Rosewood Dr, Columbia 29209 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Cities in Richland County
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Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Richland County?
Richland County follows South Carolina law. Payday loans (deferred presentment services) are legal in South Carolina from lenders licensed by the State Board of Financial Institutions under Title 34, Chapter 39.
Are title loans legal in Richland County?
Title loans are legal in South Carolina.
Where can I get a small loan in Richland County?
Options include 81 bank and 54 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 Richland County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Richland County. We share it with lenders in our network that serve South Carolina; 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 Richland County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Richland 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 apply for a loan online in Richland County?
Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in Richland 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 South Carolina. 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 Richland 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. Richland County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.
Can I get a loan in Richland County with bad credit?
Yes, many lenders in our network work with Richland 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.