State Regulations• Published: September 2, 2026
State Usury Limits & Small-Dollar Lending Regulations: 50-State Comprehensive Guide
Financial Review: eCheckPayday Research Desk • NACHA & TILA Compliance Audited
Non-bank consumer lending is regulated at the state level by financial supervisory agencies and state banking commissioners.
1. State Regulatory Models
| Regulatory Model | Representative States | Statutory Safeguards |
|---|---|---|
| Rate-Capped Jurisdictions (≤ 36% APR) | NY, NJ, PA, CT, MA, CO | Caps interest rates at 36% or statutory civil usury thresholds. |
| Statutory Fee-Cap States | CA, FL, IL, OH, WA | Restricts fees ($15–$20 per $100) and limits total concurrent active advances. |
| Market-Rate States | TX, NV, UT, WI | Permits market-set rates alongside mandatory statutory debt disclosures and extended payment options. |
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