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Payday loans in Portland, OR

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

Yes — Portland 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 are legal in Oregon from lenders licensed by the Division of Financial Regulation under ORS chapter 725A. State law caps the fee at $10 per $100.

Request a payday loan in Portland

✓ Free to use✓ About 3 minutes✓ No obligation✓ Bad credit OK to apply
  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.

$90,919
Median household income (state $83,011)
12.7%
Below poverty line (state 12.0%)
5.8%
Unemployment rate (state 5.4%)
641,165
Residents

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates for Portland, OR.

The median household in Portland earns $90,919 a year, 10% above the Oregon median of $83,011. About 13% of residents live below the federal poverty line, and 48.0% of households rent their home. When an unexpected bill hits before payday, Portland residents can request $100 to $1,000 online in minutes.

Oregon law that applies in Portland

Fee capInterest may not exceed 36% a year.
RolloversNo more than two renewals.
Loans at onceLenders must use a state loan tracking system, and may charge you only what the system's vendor charges them.

Full rules with statute citations: Payday Loans in Oregon. Cities in Oregon 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 Portland

Here's what to have on hand before you start your payday loan request in Portland:

  • 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 Portland

What Portland borrowers use it for

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How to get a payday loan in Portland

  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 Oregon.
  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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Repay–

Oregon caps the fee at $10 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 Portland

117 FDIC-insured bank branches from 20 banks. Many banks offer small-dollar loans or overdraft lines to existing customers.

BankBranchesExample location
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association2011035 Ne Sandy Blvd, Portland 97220
U.S. Bank National Association191601 Ne Weidler St, Portland 97232
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association18440 Se 181st Ave, Portland 97233
Columbia Bank13805 Sw Broadway, Portland 97205
Bank of America, National Association121001 Sw 5th Ave, Portland 97204
KeyBank National Association11805 Nw Murray Blvd, Portland 97229
BMO Bank National Association5905 Ne Halsey St, Portland 97232
Heritage Bank31000 Sw Broadway, Portland 97205

Source: FDIC BankFind Suite, retrieved Oct 2026.

Credit unions in Portland

61 credit-union locations from 24 credit unions.

Credit unionLocation
Castparts Employees8120 Se Luther Rd, Portland 97206
Onpoint Community2701 Nw Vaughn St, Portland 97210
Peak1307 Ne 102Nd Ave Ste G, Portland 97220
Rivermark Community2537 Se Hawthorne Blvd, Portland 97214
Selco Community2465 Nw Thurman St, Portland 97210
Columbia Community950 Se 10Th Ave, Portland 97214
Unitus Community3355 N Williams Ave, Portland 97227
Iq4239 N Williams Ave, Portland 97217
Consolidated2021 Ne Sandy Blvd, Portland 97232
I.L.W.U.2435 Nw Front Ave Ste A, Portland 97209

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

Nearby cities

County: Multnomah County · Washington County · Clackamas County · Personal Loans in Portland · Title Loans in Portland

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a payday loan in Portland, OR?

Payday loans are legal in Oregon from lenders licensed by the Division of Financial Regulation under ORS chapter 725A. You can request one online from Portland through our network; approval and terms are set by the lender.

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

At Oregon's cap of $10 per $100, the fee on $300 is $30, so you would repay $330 on your due date.

How fast can I get a payday loan in Portland?

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.

Do payday loans affect your credit score?

Usually only a little, if at all. Because many payday lenders don't use a traditional hard credit pull and often don't report to the major bureaus, a payday loan repaid on time typically has little effect on your score. A balance that goes unpaid and reaches collections could hurt it, so borrow an amount you can repay on your due date. Portland residents can see their options with our 3-minute form.

Do payday loans show up on your credit report?

Many payday lenders do not report regular, on-time payments to the three major credit bureaus, so the loan often doesn't appear on a standard credit report. Some lenders and specialty bureaus do track short-term loans, and an unpaid balance sent to collections can be reported. Your lender explains its reporting policy in the loan agreement. Ready to compare offers in Portland? Our form takes about 3 minutes.

Is a payday loan the same as a cash advance?

The terms are often used interchangeably. A payday loan is sometimes called a cash advance because it advances money against your next paycheck. A credit card cash advance is different: you withdraw cash against your card's credit limit, which requires available credit on a card. If you don't have card credit to tap, a payday loan through our network is a fast option. Check your options in about 3 minutes.

Where can I get a payday loan in Portland?

You can visit a storefront in Portland or request a loan online without leaving home. Our free form sends one request to multiple lenders in our network, so you don't have to apply store by store. If a lender makes you an offer, you review the terms and decide whether to accept, with no obligation. It takes about 3 minutes to see if you qualify.

How do payday loans work in Portland?

You fill out a short online request, a lender reviews your income and banking details, and if you're approved you see the amount, fee and due date before you sign. Funds are typically deposited into your checking account, often by the next business day. On your due date, repayment is usually taken from that same account. Portland residents can start the process online in about 3 minutes.

Do I need to visit a store in Portland?

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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