SBA Lenders in Oregon
11 active SBA lenders · 3,686 loans approved · $1.3B total volume
All SBA Lenders in Oregon
| Lender | City | Loans | Total Volume | Avg Loan | Preferred |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Bank | Lake Oswego | 3,502 | $1.2B | $336K | ⭐ |
| Summit Bank | EUGENE | 85 | $94.4M | $1.1M | ⭐ |
| Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (Pedagogy Institute) | Portland | 28 | $3.3M | $117K | — |
| Peoples Bank of Commerce | Medford | 24 | $8.7M | $362K | ⭐ |
| Lewis & Clark Bank | Oregon City | 24 | $9.6M | $400K | ⭐ |
| Embold Federal Credit Union | MILWAUKIE | 7 | $5.9M | $847K | — |
| OnPoint Community Credit Union | Portland | 5 | $1.4M | $270K | — |
| Oregon Community CU | EUGENE | 4 | $3.5M | $863K | — |
| Oregon Pacific Banking Company dba Oregon Pacific Bank | Florence | 3 | $1.7M | $575K | — |
| Craft3 | Astoria | 2 | $400K | $200K | — |
| Valley Development Initiative | Salem | 2 | $440K | $220K | — |
Finding an SBA Lender in Oregon
There are currently 11 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Oregon, ranging from national banks to local community lenders. Together they have approved 3,686 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $1.3B since 2020.
Of these, 4 are SBA Preferred Lenders — meaning they have delegated authority to approve SBA loans without prior SBA review, resulting in faster processing and funding.
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SBA Lender Questions for Oregon
How many SBA lenders are in Oregon?
There are currently 11 SBA-approved lenders headquartered in Oregon. Together they have approved 3,686 SBA 7(a) loans totaling $1.3B since 2020. Of these, 4 hold SBA Preferred Lender status, allowing them to approve loans without prior SBA review.
What is an SBA Preferred Lender in Oregon?
An SBA Preferred Lender (PLP) in Oregon is a bank or financial institution that has earned delegated authority from the SBA to approve loans independently — without waiting for SBA review. This results in faster approvals (often 7–10 business days vs. 4–6 weeks) and a more streamlined process. Oregon currently has 4 Preferred Lenders.
How do I choose the best SBA lender in Oregon?
When choosing an SBA lender in Oregon, consider three factors: (1) Preferred Lender status — these lenders close loans faster; (2) loan volume — lenders with higher approval counts have more SBA experience; (3) average loan size — find a lender whose typical deal size matches your needs. Our directory shows real SBA loan data for all 11 Oregon lenders so you can compare objectively.
How long does SBA loan approval take in Oregon?
With an SBA Preferred Lender in Oregon, approval typically takes 7–10 business days. Non-preferred lenders require SBA review, adding 2–4 weeks. After approval, funding usually takes an additional 2–4 weeks, so total time from application to funding is typically 30–90 days depending on the lender and loan complexity.