USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Somerset, Maine

 
There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Somerset 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, Somerset county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 67.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 17.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 73% and the area covered by water is 4.12%. The overall influence score for Somerset is 8.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Somerset, Maine 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 Penobscot is 102 kilometers to the east, Piscataquis is 63 kilometers to the north east and Franklin is 71 kilometers to the south west.
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Somerset County is located in the western mountains of Maine. As of 2019, the population was 52,739. The median household income is $41,564 and the median age is 44.9 years.

The majority of the population (77.6%) is White, followed by Native American (4.3%), Black (3.2%), Asian (2.4%), and Hispanic/Latino (2.2%).

The county has a rural feel with many small towns and villages scattered throughout its rolling hills and forests. The major industries are forestry, agriculture, fishing, and tourism. The area is known for its natural beauty, especially its pristine lakes and rivers.

The cost of living in Somerset County is slightly lower than the national average, but there is still a significant disparity between the wealthy and the working poor. Housing costs are relatively low compared to other parts of Maine, but there is still a shortage of affordable housing. In addition, unemployment rates are higher than the state average due to the decline in industries such as logging and fishing over the past few decades.

Somerset, Maine

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The USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Maine communities through housing, business, and community programs. Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans. Rural Development has a State Office located in Bangor, and Area Offices located in Presque Isle, Bangor, Lewiston, and Scarborough.

Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

967 Illinois Avenue Suite 4
Bangor ME 04401-2767
Phone: (207) 990-9160
Fax: (855) 589-1060
TDD/TTY: (207) 942-7331

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