Loans in King County, WA: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for King County, WA.
The median household in King County earns $124,746 a year, 27% above the Washington median of $98,141. About 9% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 44.6% of households rent their home.
What you need for a payday loan in King County
Lenders that serve King County typically ask for the following:
- 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 King County
What King County borrowers use it for
gifts and travel without maxing a card
Medical billspay a doctor, dentist or pharmacy bill now
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 King County
Payday Loans Legal
Payday loans ('small loans') are legal in Washington from check cashers or sellers that hold a DFI small loan endorsement under RCW 31.45.
Personal Loans
25% simple annual interest cap plus up to 4% origination fee (Consumer Loan Act).
Title Loans Not available
Washington has no car-title-loan law.
Banks and credit unions in King County
Banks with branches in King County
423 FDIC-insured bank branches from 43 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of America, National Association | 64 | 10572 Ne 4th St, Bellevue 98004 |
| JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 63 | 150 Logan Ave S, Renton 98057 |
| KeyBank National Association | 58 | 1212 Cole St, Enumclaw 98022 |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 50 | 1701 N 45th St, Seattle 98103 |
| U.S. Bank National Association | 43 | 1420 5th Ave, Seattle 98101 |
| Columbia Bank | 27 | 1111 3rd Ave, Seattle 98101 |
| WaFd Bank | 27 | 425 Pike St, Seattle 98101 |
| Mechanics Bank | 18 | 1314 6th Ave, Seattle 98101 |
| Banner Bank | 15 | 17530 132nd Ave Ne, Woodinville 98072 |
| Heritage Bank | 6 | 20333 Ballinger Way Ne, Shoreline 98155 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
Credit unions in King County
125 credit-union locations from 30 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| First Technology | 8862 161St Ave Ne Ste 108, Redmond 98052 |
| Credit Human | 33820 Weyerhaeuser Way S Ste 110, Federal Way 98001 |
| Waterfront | 6419 Fauntleroy Way Sw, Seattle 98136 |
| Boeing Employees | 12770 Gateway Dr S, Tukwila 98168 |
| Global | 207 W Kent Station St Ste 106, Kent 98032 |
| Washington State Employees | 1121 Ne 45Th St, Seattle 98105 |
| Gesa | 10020 Ne 137Th St, Kirkland 98034 |
| Nuvision | 19802 62Nd Ave S, Kent 98032 |
| Sound | 1202 Outlet Collection Way Sw Ste 107, Auburn 98001 |
| Kitsap | 701 5Th Ave, Seattle 98104 |
| Operating Engineers Local Union #3 | 721 M St Ne Ste 105, Auburn 98002 |
| Harborstone | 1011 Ne High St Ste 101, Issaquah 98029 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Cities in King County
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Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in King County?
King County follows Washington law. Payday loans ('small loans') are legal in Washington from check cashers or sellers that hold a DFI small loan endorsement under RCW 31.45.
Are title loans legal in King County?
Washington has no car-title-loan law.
Where can I get a small loan in King County?
Options include 423 bank and 125 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 King County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in King County. We share it with lenders in our network that serve Washington; 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 King County, WA?
You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in King 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 Washington residents, and many give a decision within minutes. It takes about 3 minutes to see if you qualify.
Can I get a loan in King 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. King County residents can start any time, and it takes about 3 minutes.
Can I get an emergency loan in King County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, King 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 King County?
Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in King 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 Washington. If you're approved and accept an offer, funds go directly to your bank account, often by the next business day.