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There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Franklin 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, Franklin county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 72.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 16.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 0.1%. The overall influence score for Franklin is 8.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Franklin, Iowa 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 Butler is 38 kilometers to the east, Wright is 38 kilometers to the west and Cerro Gordo is 38 kilometers to the north.

Select from the above list of cities in Franklin 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 Iowa.


County level USDA loan eligibility boundaries for Franklin, Iowa



Franklin County is located in north-central Iowa and is home to a population of 10,924 people as of 2019. The county has a median age of 44.1 years old and a median household income of $50,818. The racial makeup of the county is 97.4% White, 0.4% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.3% from two or more races.

The majority of Franklin County's population lives in rural areas and small towns with the largest city being Hampton (population 2,797). The county has a variety of living options including single-family homes, farms, and apartments. The cost of living in Franklin County is lower than the national average with housing costs being particularly low compared to other parts of Iowa.

The unemployment rate in Franklin County was 4.5% as of 2020, which is lower than the national average. The county has a healthy economy with a growing manufacturing sector that employs many local residents. Agriculture is also an important part of the county's economy with corn and soybeans being the major crops grown in the region.


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210 Walnut Street, Room 873

Des Moines, Iowa 50309

ph: 515-284-4663

fax: 855-251-2243
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