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USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Story, Iowa 
88.5% of Story County is eligible for a USDA home loan.
The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Story county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 18.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 57% and the area covered by water is 0.15%. The overall influence score for Story is 5.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Story, Iowa with a blue border. Regions of Iowa that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of Iowa. Typically these red-highlighted restricted areas represent areas of denser population areas such as city centers. USDAProperties.com can help you determine exactly what properties for sale are outside these exclusionary boundary areas. 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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Story County, Iowa is located in central Iowa, just north of Des Moines. It is home to the Iowa State University campus and the popular tourist destination, Ames. As of 2019, Story County had a population of 97,564 people. The median age of residents is 26.2 years old.
The median household income for Story County was $60,444 in 2018. The median home value was $192,800 in 2019. The unemployment rate in Story County was 2.1% in October 2019.
The majority of Story County residents are Caucasian (82.8%), followed by Hispanics (9.2%), African-Americans (3.7%), and Asians (2.5%).
The living conditions in Story County are generally good, with a relatively low crime rate and high quality of life. The cost of living is below the national average and the public schools are highly rated. There are also many recreational activities available in the area, such as golf courses, parks, trails, and lakes.
Story, Iowa
Loan officers and realtors can answer your questions about USDA home loan programs.
For direct assistance with Iowa USDA program details you can also contact:
Iowa Contact InformationFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Iowa
State Office
210 Walnut Street, Room 873
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
ph: 515-284-4663
fax: 855-251-2243
