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USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Union, Iowa 
There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Union 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, Union county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 74.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 21.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 57% and the area covered by water is 0.37%. The overall influence score for Union is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Union, 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.
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Union County is located in the southeastern corner of Iowa, and is bordered by Johnson, Cedar, and Clarke counties. As of 2019, the population of Union County was estimated to be 12,202. The median age was 44.6 years, and the median household income was $54,941. The population is primarily made up of white (91.7%), non-Hispanic or Latino (99.7%) residents.
Union County is largely rural, with a total land area of 579 square miles. Major cities include Creston (population 7,834), Afton (population 1,145), and Thayer (population 441). The majority of the county's population lives in small towns and villages with populations under 1,000 people.
The cost of living in Union County is lower than the national average. Housing costs are particularly low, with the median home value being just $77,700. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is lower than the national average of 3.7%.
Union County is served by several school districts, providing educational opportunities to students from kindergarten through high school. There are also several higher education institutions located nearby, including Southwestern Community College in nearby Creston and Graceland University in Lamoni.
Overall, Union County offers a safe and affordable place to live with a strong sense of community.
Union, 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
