Personal loans in Warrens, WI

Warrens, WI is a small community in Wisconsin with a Census-estimated population of 537, making it the 464th-largest of 605 places in the state. Its population fell about 1.3% between the 2020 Census base and the 2023 estimate. Borrowers in Warrens compare personal loans the same way borrowers do anywhere in Wisconsin: 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 Warrens

Population: 537 (US Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 subcounty estimate) — the 464th-largest place of 605 in Wisconsin.
Population trend: Its population fell about 1.3% between the 2020 Census base and the 2023 estimate.
Size percentile: larger than about 23% of the Census places in Wisconsin.
Location: 44.1274, -90.5211 (US Census Bureau Gazetteer).
Nearest larger cities: Tomah (10 mi); Camp Douglas (19 mi); Sparta (20 mi); Black River Falls (20 mi); Norwalk (21 mi). Larger metros often have more walk-in branches, but online lenders serve Warrens on the same terms.
Nearest smaller towns: Wyeville (10 mi); Oakdale (13 mi); Hustler (21 mi).

Wisconsin lending rules that apply in Warrens

Rule	Detail	Source
Maximum legal interest rate (usury cap)	12% per year maximum ($12 per $100) on the declining principal balance, except as authorized by other statutes (Wis. Stat. § 138.05(1)(a)) Source says: At the rate of $12 upon $100 for one year computed upon the declining principal balance of the loan or forbearance	Wisconsin State Legislature as of 2026-09-16
Payday lending status	Legal and licensed by the DFI Division of Banking; statewide database tracking (Wis. Stat. § 138.14) Source says: "Licensee" means a person holding a license issued by the division under sub. (5)	Wisconsin State Legislature as of 2026-09-16
Small-loan / installment lender licensing	Licensed lender license required from the Division of Banking (Wis. Stat. § 138.09) Source says: Before any person may do business under this section, that person shall first obtain a license from the division.	Wisconsin State Legislature as of 2026-09-16
State lending regulator	Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), Division of Banking Source says: "Department" means the department of financial institutions	Wisconsin State Legislature as of 2026-09-16

How a personal loan works in Warrens

A personal loan in Warrens 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 Warrens

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 Wisconsin 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 Warrens?

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 Warrens are the same as elsewhere in Wisconsin.

How much can I borrow with a personal loan in Warrens?

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 Warrens 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 Warrens 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

Tomah, WI — population 9,452
Wyeville, WI — population 117
Oakdale, WI — population 305
Norwalk, WI — population 597
Wilton, WI — population 522
Camp Douglas, WI — population 635
Sparta, WI — population 9,842
Hustler, WI — population 163