Best Credit Unions in Charlotte, NC

Compare 10 credit unions companies serving Charlotte, North Carolina. Average rating: 4.2/5.

10 Companies 10 Rated Payday: Banned

North Carolina Lending Regulations

North Carolina banned payday lending in 2001, becoming one of the first states to do so. Consumer finance companies are regulated with rate caps. Consumers can file complaints with the Commissioner of Banks or the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.

Usury cap: 8% general; 30% for consumer finance loans under $10,000; payday lending banned since 2001 Agency: North Carolina Attorney General Consumer Protection Division

Top-Rated Credit Unions

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union logo

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution serving North and South Carolina since 1934, offering comprehensive banking and lending services through eight branch locations.

4.5/5
Free BBB: NR

Best for: North and South Carolina residents seeking personalized credit union banking with competitive rates, Vehicle buyers interested in specialized lending for motorcycles, boats, ATVs, and RVs

State Employees’ Credit Union logo

State Employees’ Credit Union

Not-for-profit credit union serving North Carolina state employees and families with 260+ branches, offering checking, savings, mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.

4.5/5
Free BBB: NR

Best for: North Carolina state employees and their eligible family members seeking member-owned financial institution, Borrowers pursuing mortgages or auto loans who prioritize credit union rates over traditional bank products

Blue Flame Credit Union logo

Blue Flame Credit Union

Unable to verify company details—website returns 403 Forbidden error, blocking access to profile information.

4.4/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Consumers in Charlotte, North Carolina looking for payday alternative lending services, People who prefer working with a local payday alternative lending provider

Founders Federal Credit Union logo

Founders Federal Credit Union

Founders Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative offering checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and wealth management services with NCUA insurance protection.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: South Carolina residents in Gaffney, Columbia, Spartanburg, or Chester seeking personalized financial service, Auto loan borrowers prioritizing competitive rates and payment flexibility options

Skyla Credit Union logo

Skyla Credit Union

Skyla Credit Union is a federally-chartered credit union offering checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and business banking services with competitive rates and digital banking tools.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Credit union members seeking competitive interest-bearing checking accounts with digital banking tools, Small business owners needing integrated business checking, loans, and payment processing

Truliant Federal Credit Union Charlotte logo

Truliant Federal Credit Union Charlotte

Truliant Federal Credit Union's Charlotte University branch offers full-service banking with checking, savings, and member services at a single location in Charlotte, NC.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Charlotte-area residents seeking member-owned credit union banking with personal service, Working professionals needing extended weekday hours (until 6pm Friday) and Saturday access

All Credit Unions in Charlotte (10)

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union logo

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union

Carolinas Telco Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution serving North and South Carolina since 1934, offering comprehensive banking and lending services through eight branch locations.

4.5/5
Free BBB: NR

Best for: North and South Carolina residents seeking personalized credit union banking with competitive rates, Vehicle buyers interested in specialized lending for motorcycles, boats, ATVs, and RVs

State Employees’ Credit Union logo

State Employees’ Credit Union

Not-for-profit credit union serving North Carolina state employees and families with 260+ branches, offering checking, savings, mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.

4.5/5
Free BBB: NR

Best for: North Carolina state employees and their eligible family members seeking member-owned financial institution, Borrowers pursuing mortgages or auto loans who prioritize credit union rates over traditional bank products

Blue Flame Credit Union logo

Blue Flame Credit Union

Unable to verify company details—website returns 403 Forbidden error, blocking access to profile information.

4.4/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Consumers in Charlotte, North Carolina looking for payday alternative lending services, People who prefer working with a local payday alternative lending provider

Founders Federal Credit Union logo

Founders Federal Credit Union

Founders Federal Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative offering checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and wealth management services with NCUA insurance protection.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: South Carolina residents in Gaffney, Columbia, Spartanburg, or Chester seeking personalized financial service, Auto loan borrowers prioritizing competitive rates and payment flexibility options

Skyla Credit Union logo

Skyla Credit Union

Skyla Credit Union is a federally-chartered credit union offering checking, savings, loans, credit cards, and business banking services with competitive rates and digital banking tools.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Credit union members seeking competitive interest-bearing checking accounts with digital banking tools, Small business owners needing integrated business checking, loans, and payment processing

Truliant Federal Credit Union Charlotte logo

Truliant Federal Credit Union Charlotte

Truliant Federal Credit Union's Charlotte University branch offers full-service banking with checking, savings, and member services at a single location in Charlotte, NC.

4.3/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Charlotte-area residents seeking member-owned credit union banking with personal service, Working professionals needing extended weekday hours (until 6pm Friday) and Saturday access

Latino Community Credit Union logo

Latino Community Credit Union

Federal credit union serving the Latino community across North Carolina with checking, savings, loans, and free financial education workshops in Spanish.

4.2/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Latino community members in North Carolina seeking bilingual banking and culturally relevant financial education, Spanish-speaking individuals building credit or seeking affordable auto and mortgage financing with community support

Nova Credit Union logo

Nova Credit Union

Nova Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution offering deposit accounts, lending products, and digital banking services with competitive auto loan rates and no-money-down home buyer programs.

4.1/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Prospective auto buyers seeking competitive fixed-rate financing with flexible payment terms, First-time homebuyers without substantial down payment savings

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union logo

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union

Piedmont Advantage Credit Union is a not-for-profit credit union offering checking, savings, certificates, IRAs, and competitive loan products with member-focused service and community engagement.

4.1/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Long-term members seeking stable, personalized banking relationships with community-focused institutions, Families with children looking for youth and student financial accounts with educational components

Civic Credit Union logo

Civic Credit Union

Civic Federal Credit Union is a North Carolina-based credit union serving local government employees, retirees, and their families with competitive rates on loans, savings products, and digital banking services.

3.7/5
Contact BBB: NR

Best for: Local government employees and retirees in North Carolina seeking competitive loan rates, Families of government workers who qualify for membership and want credit union membership benefits