Loans in Pierce County, WA: payday, personal & title options
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Pierce County, WA.
The median household in Pierce County earns $99,564 a year, about the same as the Washington median of $98,141. About 9% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 35.3% of households rent their home.
What you need for a payday loan in Pierce County
Most Pierce 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 Pierce County
What Pierce County borrowers use it for
pay a doctor, dentist or pharmacy bill now
Rent duecover a short gap before payday
Emergencieshandle the unexpected the same week
Holiday expensesgifts and travel without maxing a card
Loans for your situation
Which loans are available in Pierce 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 Pierce County
Banks with branches in Pierce County
125 FDIC-insured bank branches from 22 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.
| Bank | Branches | Example location |
|---|---|---|
| KeyBank National Association | 21 | 105 Calistoga St E, Orting 98360 |
| Columbia Bank | 17 | 1501 54th Ave East, Fife 98424 |
| U.S. Bank National Association | 13 | 15620 Main St E, Sumner 98390 |
| Bank of America, National Association | 12 | 628 Meridian E, Milton 98354 |
| JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association | 12 | 6616 6th Ave, Tacoma 98406 |
| Heritage Bank | 11 | 1307 E Main, Puyallup 98372 |
| Wells Fargo Bank, National Association | 11 | 10225 Gravelly Lake Dr Sw, Lakewood 98499 |
| Timberland Bank | 6 | 2418 Meridian Ave E, Puyallup 98371 |
| Mechanics Bank | 3 | 1501 S Union Ave, Tacoma 98405 |
| Commencement Bank | 3 | 1313 Broadway, Suite 400, Tacoma 98402 |
Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.
Credit unions in Pierce County
71 credit-union locations from 20 credit unions.
| Credit union | Location |
|---|---|
| Navy Federal Credit Union | 15815 Meridian E, Puyallup 98375 |
| Boeing Employees | 3803 S Meridian, Puyallup 98373 |
| Global | 11501 Canyon Rd E, Puyallup 98373 |
| Washington State Employees | 9540 Bridgeport Way Sw, Lakewood 98499 |
| Gesa | 708 Shaw Rd, Puyallup 98372 |
| Peak | 9601 S Tacoma Way Ste 103, Tacoma 98499 |
| Sound | 1331 Broadway, Tacoma 98402 |
| Kitsap | 4747 Point Fosdick Dr Ste 500, Gig Harbor 98335 |
| Harborstone | 9611 Gravelly Lake Dr Sw, Lakewood 98499 |
| Qualstar | 4027 Tacoma Mall Blvd Ste K, Tacoma 98409 |
| Red Canoe | 16510 Meridian E, Puyallup 98375 |
| Seattle Metropolitan | 824 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste A, Tacoma 98405 |
Source: NCUA credit union branch data, June 30, 2026.
Cities in Pierce County
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Frequently asked questions
Are payday loans legal in Pierce County?
Pierce 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 Pierce County?
Washington has no car-title-loan law.
Where can I get a small loan in Pierce County?
Options include 125 bank and 71 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 Pierce County?
Fill out our short online form from anywhere in Pierce 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.
Can I get a loan in Pierce County with bad credit?
Yes, many lenders in our network work with Pierce 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.
Where can I get a loan in Pierce County, WA?
You can apply at banks, credit unions and lenders in Pierce 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 an emergency loan in Pierce County?
Yes. When an unexpected bill comes up, Pierce 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 Pierce County?
Yes. You don't need to visit a branch or storefront anywhere in Pierce 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.