The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Prowers county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 78.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 29.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 35% and the area covered by water is 0.24%. The overall influence score for Prowers is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Prowers, 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.
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Prowers County is located in southeastern Colorado and has a population of 12,212 according to the 2020 U.S. Census. The median household income is $41,814 and the poverty rate is 13.7%. The largest ethnic group in Prowers County are White Americans (84.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (11.1%), Native American (2.3%), and African American (0.9%).
The cost of living in Prowers County is lower than the national average, with housing being particularly affordable. The median home value is $117,700, and the median rent is $737 per month.
The climate in Prowers County is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. Agriculture is the primary industry in the county, with beef and dairy cattle, sheep, and wheat being the most common crops.
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.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Colorado
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