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Personal loans in Index, WA

Borrowers in Index use personal loans to consolidate balances or cover a one-time cost, and the terms depend on your credit, income and existing obligations. Census estimates count about 157 residents in Index, making it the 273rd-largest of 281 places in Washington. Every lender serving Washington must observe the state's rate caps and licensing rules, shown with their sources below.

By the Personalloaned Editorial Team · Last updated 2026-09-16

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Index at a glance

  • Population: the Census estimates 157 residents, ranking 273rd of 281 places in Washington (Vintage 2023).
  • 2020 Census base: 155 residents at the 2020 Census (US Census Bureau, 2020 count).
  • 2020 to 2023 change: a gain of roughly 1.3% between the 2020 count and the 2023 estimate (US Census Bureau).
  • Rank among Washington places: 273rd out of 281 Census places (US Census Bureau).
  • Size percentile: ahead of around 3% of Washington places in population terms (US Census Bureau).
  • Coordinates: latitude 47.8213, longitude -121.5559 (US Census Bureau Gazetteer).
  • Nearest larger cities: Gold Bar, WA (7 mi); Sultan, WA (12 mi); Monroe, WA (20 mi); Carnation, WA (20 mi); Duvall, WA (20 mi), each a US Census place with its estimated population.
  • Nearest smaller towns: Skykomish, WA (12 mi) — US Census Bureau populations.

What a personal loan costs in Index

With an installment loan the payment is fixed for the life of the loan, so the schedule is predictable from the first month to the last.

The APR is the comparable price of a loan since it folds in fees; model any offer with the personal loan calculator first.

Because interest accrues for longer, a longer term means a lower installment and a higher total cost — decide which matters more to you.

Shop with more than one lender and treat pre-qualification as an estimate, since the final terms follow a full application.

Washington lending rules that apply in Index

The table lists the Washington rules that apply to a loan made in Index, each with the regulator that published it.

RuleDetailSource
Payday lending statusLicensed; small loans capped at $700 or 30% of monthly income, max 45 days, fees 15% on first $500 and 10% above (RCW 31.45)
Source says: Payday lenders must be licensed by DFI — including online lenders that do business with Washington residents.		Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI)
as of 2026-09-16
Small-loan / installment lender licensingConsumer Loan Company license required (Consumer Loan Act, RCW 31.04.035)
Source says: No person may engage in any activity subject to this chapter without first obtaining and maintaining a license in accordance with this chapter.		Washington State Legislature (RCW)
as of 2026-09-16
State lending regulatorWashington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI)
Source says: DFI licenses and regulates financial institutions and service providers in Washington.		Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI)
as of 2026-09-16
Maximum legal interest rate (usury cap)12% per annum, or four points above the Federal Reserve bill rate, whichever is higher (RCW 19.52.020)
Source says: any rate of interest shall be legal so long as the rate of interest does not exceed the higher of: (a) Twelve percent per annum		Washington State Legislature (RCW)
as of 2026-09-16

How to compare offers in Index

The steps below are worth completing first when you borrow in Index:

  1. Pull your free credit reports and dispute any error — it is the cheapest way to improve the rate you are offered.
  2. Run your figures through the personal loan calculator on this site so you know the payment before a lender quotes one.
  3. Pre-qualify with at least three lenders and compare the APR, not the interest rate.
  4. Check that the lender is licensed in Washington using the regulator named above.
  5. Read the disclosure for origination fees and any prepayment penalty before you sign.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a personal loan with bad credit in Index?
Yes, but expect a higher APR and possibly a smaller amount. Lenders that serve borrowers with lower scores are licensed statewide, so your options in Index are the same as elsewhere in Washington.
How much can I borrow with a personal loan in Index?
Loan amounts are set by each lender and depend on your income, credit and existing debts, so we do not quote a range we cannot source. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau explains how lenders assess an application, and our personal loan calculator will model the payment for any amount before you apply.
Does a personal loan in Index require collateral?
Unsecured personal loans do not require collateral. A secured loan, such as a home-equity or auto-secured loan, does — and it puts the pledged asset at risk if you default.
Will shopping for a loan in Index hurt my credit?
Pre-qualification usually uses a soft credit pull that does not affect your score. A full application triggers a hard inquiry, which may lower your score by a few points temporarily.

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