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There are 483 USDA backed residential loans in Marion county with an average loan balance of $69,166. Over 73% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 38 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $73,615. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,391 SqFt. Marion county applies the standard USDA income limits to determine loan eligibility. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $90,300. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit is increased to $119,200.

The size of Marion County is roughly 1,494 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Marion County is 7. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.


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*Alma   •   Brubaker   •   Cartter   •   *Central City   •   *Centralia   •   Fairman   •   Helm   •   Hubbard Woods   •   *Iuka   •   *Junction City   •   *Kell   •   *Kinmundy   •   Lester   •   *Odin   •   Omega   •   *Patoka   •   *Salem   •   *Sandoval   •   Selmaville   •   Tonti   •   Union Town   •   *Vernon   •   *Walnut Hill

A USDA loan is a mortgage option available to eligible homebuyers that is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture to promote homeownership in rural communities. USDA Loans, sometimes called "RD Loans," offer 100% financing options on eligible rural properties. USDAProperties can help you find USDA properties in Marion County.

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Marion County, Illinois
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Marion County, located in south-central Illinois, was established on January 24, 1823, and named after General Francis Marion, a celebrated Revolutionary War hero known as the "Swamp Fox." The county is part of the great state of Illinois, admitted to the Union on December 3, 1818, as the 21st state. Salem serves as the county seat and is also the largest city in the county.

Prior to European settlement, the area was home to indigenous peoples for thousands of years. The Illinois, Shawnee, and Miami tribes were the most recent Native Americans to inhabit the area. European settlers, primarily of German, English, Irish, and Scottish descent, began arriving in the early 1800s, drawn by fertile farmland and the abundance of timber and coal resources.

The county played an essential role in the transportation history of the nation. In the mid-19th century, the Illinois Central Railroad was constructed, connecting Chicago to Marion County, which in turn spurred economic growth and industrial development in the area. Later, in the 20th century, Interstate 57 was built, further solidifying Marion County's significance as a transportation hub.

One fun fact about Marion County is its connection to the entertainment industry. Famous moviemaker Walt Disney's father, Elias Disney, moved to the county in the 1870s with his family and worked as a railroad worker before relocating to Chicago. This Disney family connection to Marion County has often been a source of local pride.

Today, Marion County is known for its agricultural production, coal mining, healthcare industry, and educational institutions. The county offers residents and visitors alike numerous recreational opportunities, including parks, lakes, and cultural events.


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