USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Berkshire, Massachusetts

 
95.6% of Berkshire 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, Berkshire county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 67.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 22.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 1.58%. The overall influence score for Berkshire is 2.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Berkshire, Massachusetts with a blue border. Regions of Massachusetts that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of Massachusetts. 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.

Or you can continue searching for homes listed for sale in neighboring county. From county center to center Hampden is 54 kilometers to the south east, Franklin is 55 kilometers to the north east and Hampshire is 44 kilometers to the east.
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Select from the above list of cities in Berkshire 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 Massachusetts.

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Berkshire County is located in the western part of Massachusetts and is home to approximately 131,219 people. The county is made up of four cities and towns: Pittsfield, North Adams, Lee, and Great Barrington.

The median household income in Berkshire County is $62,879, which is slightly higher than the statewide median income of $62,500. The median age of the population is 44 years old and most people living in the county are white (90.4%). The largest racial group in Berkshire County is Hispanic or Latino (4.7%), followed by African American (2.6%), Asian (2.2%), and other races (0.1%).

The cost of living in Berkshire County is slightly higher than the national average due to higher housing costs. The median home value in the county is $248,700, compared to the national median of $231,200. Renters make up 33% of the population and pay an average of $1,211 per month for rent.

The unemployment rate in Berkshire County is 6.5%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 8%. However, poverty remains a problem in the county with 12.2% of people living below the poverty line.

Overall, Berkshire County provides a mix of rural and urban living environments with a diverse population and a variety of economic opportunities.

Berkshire, Massachusetts

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