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There are 31 USDA backed residential loans in Saline county with an average loan balance of $106,657. Over 67% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 41 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $108,177. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,578 SqFt. Saline county applies the standard USDA income limits to determine loan eligibility. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $90,300. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit is increased to $119,200.

The size of Saline County is roughly 1,866 square kilometers. USDA defined regions of rural loan ineligibility in Saline cover 99 square kilometers of the county. Approximately 5.3% of Saline County is ineligible for traditional USDA home loans. The influence score for Saline County is 7. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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*Assaria   •   Bavaria   •   Bridgeport   •   *Brookville   •   *Falun   •   Glendale   •   *Gypsum   •   Hallville   •   Hedville   •   *Kipp   •   Marydel   •   Mentor   •   *New Cambria   •   Salemsborg   •   Salina   •   Shipton   •   *Smolan   •   Trenton

A USDA loan is a mortgage option available to eligible homebuyers that is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture to promote homeownership in rural communities. USDA Loans, sometimes called "RD Loans," offer 100% financing options on eligible rural properties. USDAProperties can help you find USDA properties in Saline County.

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Saline County, Kansas
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Saline County, located in the great state of Kansas, was officially organized on August 3, 1860. The county got its name from the Saline River, which runs through it and contains high salinity levels. It covers an area of approximately 721 square miles in the central part of the state. The county seat is Salina, which is also the most populous city in the county.

The rich history of Saline County dates back to 1856 when a few pioneers, attracted by the potential for agricultural development, settled near the river. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, notably the Cheyenne, who hunted bison in the region. The Euro-American settlement in the county began to grow rapidly after Kansas achieved statehood in 1861, with settlers arriving from the eastern United States and European countries.

The city of Salina, founded in 1858 by William A. Phillips, played a crucial role in the county's development. In the early years, it served as a crucial travel and transportation hub it was a stop on the Smoky Hill Trail, which connected the city to Denver, Colorado. The railroad system's arrival also spurred growth in the area, with the Kansas Pacific Railway reaching Salina in 1867. Saline County experienced an agricultural and commercial boom, with wheat, corn, and cattle as significant contributors to the local economy.

The original Saline County Courthouse, a historic landmark built in the 1800s, was replaced with a new building in 1969. Throughout the 20th century, Saline County steadily expanded its economic opportunities while maintaining its agricultural heritage. The county's diverse economy now includes agriculture, manufacturing, health services, education, and retail trade.

For a fun fact, Saline County has a unique natural attraction - the Rolling Hills Zoo, a 65-acre zoological park dedicated to wildlife preservation and education. Visitors can see over 100 different species of animals and enjoy exhibits that combine both wildlife conservation and local artwork.


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