Personal loans in Pawtucket, RI
The rate you are quoted in Pawtucket reflects your credit file, your income and the lender's own appetite for risk. Rhode Island requires consumer lenders to be licensed, and the regulator named below is the one that supervises them. Because the rules are set at state level, the same loan amount can cost different amounts depending on where you live. Work out what you can comfortably repay each month, then see which loan amount and term fit that number. Every calculator on this page runs in your browser and uses only the numbers you enter.
What to know before you borrow in Rhode Island
| Payday lending | Permitted and regulated — maximum loan amount: The face amount of the check shall not exceed $500; maximum loan term: Not less than 13 days.Source: National Conference of State Legislatures · as of 2023 |
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| Small-loan / installment licensing | Consumer lenders must obtain a state license (Yes).Source: Conference of State Bank Supervisors · as of 2026 |
| Interest rate cap (usury limit) | Usury limit: 12% unless a different rate is expressly stipulated (R.I. Gen. Laws Section 6-26-1 (2020)); if there is an agreement, the max rate is 21% (R.I. Gen. Laws Section 6-26-2 (2020)). Finance rates and fees for licensed lenders: 36% per annum on loans of $300 or less 30% per annum on loans between $300-$800 24% per month on loans exceeding $800.Source: Conference of State Bank Supervisors · as of 2026 |
| Consumer lending regulator | Consumer lenders in Rhode Island are licensed and supervised by the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation.Source: Conference of State Bank Supervisors · as of 2026 |
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Compare offers in Pawtucket
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get a personal loan in Pawtucket, Rhode Island?
Personal loans are offered in Pawtucket by banks, credit unions and online lenders, subject to Rhode Island licensing rules and the lender's own criteria. There is no city-level restriction; eligibility depends on your credit, income and the lender.
What credit score do I need for a personal loan in Pawtucket?
Lenders do not publish a single cutoff, and it varies by lender. A higher score generally means a lower rate. Checking pre-qualification usually involves a soft credit pull that does not affect your score.
Does Rhode Island cap the interest a lender can charge?
Yes, Rhode Island sets its own consumer lending rules, including any rate or fee limits. The sourced table above names the regulator and the statute for each figure.
How much can I borrow in Pawtucket?
Loan amounts depend on the lender and your income and credit profile rather than on the city. Use the calculators above to see what a given amount and term would cost you each month.
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