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There are 703 USDA backed residential loans in Columbia county with an average loan balance of $126,668. Over 77% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 37 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $129,050. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,370 SqFt. Alternate income limits exist to determine loan eligibility in Columbia county. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $90,050. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit increases to $118,850.

The size of Columbia County is roughly 2,061 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Columbia County is 6. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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*Arlington   •   Belle Fountain   •   *Cambria   •   *Columbus   •   Dekorra   •   *Doylestown   •   Durwards Glen   •   *Fall River   •   *Friesland   •   Harmony Grove   •   Ingle   •   Keyeser   •   *Lake Wisconsin   •   Leeds   •   Lewiston   •   *Lodi   •   Marcellon   •   North Leeds   •   Okee   •   Otsego   •   *Pardeeville   •   *Portage   •   *Poynette   •   *Randolph   •   *Rio   •   *Wisconsin Dells   •   *Wyocena

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 Columbia County.

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Columbia County, Wisconsin
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Columbia County, located in the southern part of Wisconsin, was established on March 3, 1846, and has a rich historical background. It was named after the explorer Christopher Columbus and covers an area of around 796 square miles. The county seat and largest city in Columbia County is Portage.

The area that would become Columbia County was originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Winnebago (Ho-Chunk), Menominee, and Potawatomi. European settlers, mainly from New England and the Mid-Atlantic states, began to arrive in the 1830s. Eventually, the opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 also increased immigration from the eastern regions of the United States.

One of the most significant historical events to take place in Columbia County was the construction of the Portage Canal, completed in 1876, which connected the Fox River and the Wisconsin River. This canal played an essential role in promoting trade and transportation in the region during the 19th century.

Agriculture played a major role in the county's economy, with many settlers engaging in farming activities. The region's fertile soil and favorable weather conditions made farming a suitable occupation for residents. Additionally, the county experienced some industrial growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in areas like ironworks and manufacturing.

Columbia County also has a strong connection to Wisconsin's history of the fur trade, with French traders regularly passing through the region. This amounted to interactions between Native American tribes, French traders, and American settlers, contributing to the county's distinctive cultural blend.

Fun Fact: One of Columbia County's claims to fame is its connection to the famous naturalist and environmental philosopher, John Muir. Muir, who was instrumental in the development of the conservation movement and the national park system in the United States, resided in the county with his family for a time during his childhood. Today, visitors can explore the John Muir Memorial Park and the John Muir Nature and History Route to learn more about this influential figure and his local experiences.


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