Personal loans in Van Tassell, WY

Van Tassell, WY is a small community in Wyoming with a Census-estimated population of 22, making it the 98th-largest of 99 places in the state. Its population fell about 4.3% between the 2020 Census base and the 2023 estimate. Borrowers in Van Tassell compare personal loans the same way borrowers do anywhere in Wyoming: the lender prices the loan from your credit history, income and debt load, not from your city.

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

What is specific to borrowing in Van Tassell

Population: 22 (US Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 subcounty estimate) — the 98th-largest place of 99 in Wyoming.
Population trend: Its population fell about 4.3% between the 2020 Census base and the 2023 estimate.
Size percentile: larger than about 1% of the Census places in Wyoming.
Location: 42.6643, -104.0913 (US Census Bureau Gazetteer).
Nearest larger cities: Harrison (11 mi); Lusk (20 mi); Manville (28 mi); Crawford (34 mi); Fort Laramie (38 mi). Larger metros often have more walk-in branches, but online lenders serve Van Tassell on the same terms.
Nearest smaller towns: Lost Springs (43 mi).

Wyoming lending rules that apply in Van Tassell

Rule	Detail	Source
Maximum legal interest rate (usury cap)	36% per year on unpaid principal balances up to $1,000; 21% above $1,000 (Wyo. Stat. § 40-14-310(g)) Source says: shall not exceed the equivalent of thirty-six percent (36%) per year on that part of the unpaid balances of the principal	Wyoming Legislature (Wyoming Statutes) as of 2026-09-16
Payday lending status	Legal with a post-dated check casher license; finance charge capped at the greater of $30 or 20% per month; max term 1 month (Wyo. Stat. § 40-14-363) Source says: No post-dated check finance charge shall exceed the greater of thirty dollars ($30.00) or twenty percent (20%) per month on the principal balance	Wyoming Legislature (Wyoming Statutes) as of 2026-09-16
Small-loan / installment lender licensing	Consumer Lender, Sales Finance Company, Post-Dated Check Casher, and Pawnbroker licenses via NMLS; licensing mandatory per location including online Source says: Licensing is mandatory for every location where business is regularly conducted	Wyoming Division of Banking as of 2026-09-16
State lending regulator	Wyoming Division of Banking Source says: The Division is responsible for the chartering and regulation of Wyoming state banks, trust companies, mortgage companies, as well as non-bank financial companies.	Wyoming Division of Banking as of 2026-09-16

How a personal loan works in Van Tassell

A personal loan in Van Tassell is an installment loan: you receive a lump sum and repay it in fixed monthly payments over a set term, usually two to seven years. Because the payment is fixed, the total cost is predictable up front — which is the main advantage over a credit card, where the balance revolves and the payoff date is open-ended. The two numbers that matter are the APR (which includes fees, not just interest) and the term. A longer term lowers the monthly payment but raises the total interest you pay.

Before you apply in Van Tassell

Pull your free credit reports and dispute any error — it is the cheapest way to improve the rate you are offered.
Run the numbers with our personal loan calculator so you know the payment before a lender tells you.
Pre-qualify with at least three lenders and compare the APR, not the interest rate.
Check the lender is licensed in Wyoming using the regulator listed above.
Read the disclosure for origination fees and any prepayment penalty before you sign.

Compare personal loan offers Run the numbers first

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get a personal loan with bad credit in Van Tassell?

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 Van Tassell are the same as elsewhere in Wyoming.

How much can I borrow with a personal loan in Van Tassell?

Most personal loans range from about $1,000 to $50,000, but the amount you are approved for depends on the lender and your income and credit. Use our personal loan calculator to model the payment before you apply.

Does a personal loan in Van Tassell 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 Van Tassell 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.

Nearby places

Harrison, NE — population 240
Lusk, WY — population 1,445
Manville, WY — population 92
Lingle, WY — population 398
Torrington, WY — population 6,212
Fort Laramie, WY — population 215
Henry, NE — population 129
Crawford, NE — population 824