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Payday loans in Madisonville, KY

Legal Kentucky law verified 2026-10-25 · Local data updated 2026-10-25

Yes — Madisonville residents can request a payday loan of $100 to $1,000 online in about 3 minutes, and if a lender approves you, funds can arrive as soon as the next business day. Payday loans (called deferred deposit transactions) are legal in Kentucky from lenders licensed by the Department of Financial Institutions under KRS Chapter 286, Subtitle 9. State law caps the fee at $15 per $100.

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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.

$53,860
Median household income (state $63,726)
23.3%
Below poverty line (state 16.1%)
6.9%
Unemployment rate (state 5.0%)
19,515
Residents

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Madisonville, KY.

The median household in Madisonville earns $53,860 a year, 15% below the Kentucky median of $63,726. About 23% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 36.7% of households rent their home. When an unexpected bill hits before payday, Madisonville residents can request $100 to $1,000 online in minutes.

Kentucky law that applies in Madisonville

Maximum loanYou may have at most two payday loans open at once, and the total cash you receive from all open payday loans may not exceed $600.
Fee capThe fee may not be more than $15 per $100 of the check's face amount, prorated.
RolloversA lender (or its affiliate) may not renew, roll over or consolidate a payday loan for a fee.
Loans at onceNo more than two open payday loans at a time (total cash capped as above).

Full rules with statute citations: Payday Loans in Kentucky. Cities in Kentucky cannot set their own payday or title loan rate caps in most cases; zoning rules for storefronts are local.

What you need for a payday loan in Madisonville

Most Madisonville 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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How to get a payday loan in Madisonville

  1. Pick an amount and fill out the short form (about 3 minutes).
  2. We share your request with lenders in our network that serve Kentucky.
  3. If a lender approves you, you'll see the fee, APR and due date before you sign.
  4. Funds are deposited to your bank account, often the next business day.

Estimate your cost

How much will I repay?

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Kentucky caps the fee at $15 per $100 (state law).

Estimate only. Your lender shows your exact cost before you sign.

Banks and credit unions in the area

Banks with branches in Madisonville

11 FDIC-insured bank branches from 7 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.

BankBranchesExample location
First Financial Bank, National Association22420 N Main St, Madisonville 42431
First United Bank and Trust Company2162 N Main St, Madisonville 42431
U.S. Bank National Association2665 E Center St, Madisonville 42431
Independence Bank of Kentucky21776 N Main St, Madisonville 42431
Old National Bank1501 Hospital Dr, Madisonville 42431
Fifth Third Bank, National Association11389 Whittington Dr, Madisonville 42431
Farmers Bank and Trust Company12215 N Main St, Madisonville 42431

Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.

Credit unions in Madisonville

3 credit-union locations from 3 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
C-Plant182 Madison Square Dr, Madisonville 42431
Owensboro1412 Chelsa Dr, Madisonville 42431
Regional Medical Ctr Hopkins Co Emp200 Clinic Dr, Madisonville 42431

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

Nearby cities

County: Hopkins County · Personal Loans in Madisonville

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a payday loan in Madisonville, KY?

Payday loans (called deferred deposit transactions) are legal in Kentucky from lenders licensed by the Department of Financial Institutions under KRS Chapter 286, Subtitle 9. You can request one online from Madisonville through our network; approval and terms are set by the lender.

How much can I borrow with a payday loan in Madisonville?

You may have at most two payday loans open at once, and the total cash you receive from all open payday loans may not exceed $600. The DFI commissioner adjusts this amount each July 1 for inflation (CPI-U, rounded up to the nearest $10), but it can never go above $850.

How much does a $300 payday loan cost in Madisonville?

At Kentucky's cap of $15 per $100, the fee on $300 is $45, so you would repay $345 on your due date.

How fast can I get a payday loan in Madisonville?

The form takes about three minutes and many lenders decide within minutes. If you're approved and sign before the lender's cutoff, funds are often deposited the next business day.

How much does a payday loan cost in Madisonville?

The fee may not be more than $15 per $100 of the check's face amount, prorated. Your lender shows the exact fee, total amount to repay, due date and APR before you sign, so you know the full cost upfront. There's no charge to use our form, and you're never obligated to accept an offer. Compare what lenders offer Madisonville borrowers in about 3 minutes.

Is a payday loan installment or revolving credit?

A traditional payday loan is neither. It's a single-payment loan: you borrow a set amount and repay it, plus the fee, in one payment on your due date. An installment loan spreads repayment over several scheduled payments, and revolving credit, like a credit card, lets you borrow repeatedly up to a limit. Depending on Kentucky rules, lenders may offer payday or installment options. Compare them in about 3 minutes.

What is a payday loan in Madisonville?

A payday loan is a small, short-term loan, usually a few hundred dollars, that you repay in one payment on or around your next payday. Borrowers in Madisonville can request one online from home instead of visiting a storefront. Through our free form you can be matched with lenders in our network, with amounts depending on the lender and Kentucky rules. See if you qualify in about 3 minutes.

Is a payday loan secured or unsecured?

A payday loan is an unsecured loan. You don't put up a car, home or other property as collateral. Instead, lenders base their decision mainly on your income and checking account, and repayment is usually scheduled from that account on your due date. That keeps the process quick, since there's nothing to appraise. Madisonville residents can see if they qualify in about 3 minutes.

Do payday lenders in Madisonville check your credit?

Most payday lenders check something, but it often isn't a traditional credit report. Many focus on income and banking history and may use alternative credit data or a soft check instead of a hard pull from the major bureaus. Each lender sets its own process and will tell you what it reviews. Submitting our form is free, and you can see if you qualify in about 3 minutes.

Do I need to visit a store in Madisonville?

No. You can request offers online from a phone or computer. Some lenders, especially title lenders, may ask you to visit a location or send photos of your vehicle.

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