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There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Lake County is eligible for rural development USDA home loans.


The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Lake county is rated a 7. The average temperature during the month of June is 56.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 18.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 35% and the area covered by water is 1.83%. The overall influence score for Lake is 8.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Lake, Colorado with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.

Or you can continue searching for homes listed for sale in neighboring county. From county center to center Pitkin is 49 kilometers to the west, Summit is 51 kilometers to the north and Chaffee is 52 kilometers to the south.

Select from the above list of cities in Lake County. Cities most likely to have USDA loan eligible properties are highlighted in the drop down list. Alternatively, use the search form to find your favorite counties, cities and zip codes in Colorado.


County level USDA loan eligibility boundaries for Lake, Colorado



Lake County, Colorado is a rural county located in the south-central region of the state. It covers an area of 1,135 square miles and has a population of 6,831 people as of 2018. The county seat is Leadville and the largest city is Leadville.

The population of Lake County is predominantly white, with a large percentage of Hispanics as well. The median household income is $44,927, and the poverty rate is 18.6%. The median age is 43 years old.

The unemployment rate in Lake County is 4.9%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 5.1%. The main industries in the county are mining, construction, manufacturing, and tourism.

The living conditions in Lake County are generally good, though there are some areas of economic hardship. Housing prices are relatively low compared to other parts of Colorado, with the median home value being $259,400 in 2019.

The county has a high rate of uninsured individuals (25%) and also has limited access to health care facilities. The county also lacks public transportation options, making it difficult for those without a car to get around.

Overall, Lake County is a rural area with a population that is mostly white and Hispanic. It has a low cost of living and high unemployment rate but also offers residents the opportunity to enjoy outdoor recreation activities such as fishing and camping.


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USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Colorado communities through housing, business, and community programs.  Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans.

Colorado Rural Development has a state office located in Denver and six field offices located in Alamosa, Cortez, Craig, Delta, Las Animas and Wray.

USDA Rural Development
Denver Federal Center
PO Box 25426
Building 56, Room E-2300
Denver, CO 80225
Phone: (720) 544-2903
Toll Free: (800) 424-6214
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