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*Camden   •   *Crystal Lakes   •   Dockery   •   Elkhorn   •   *Elmira   •   Elmira Camp   •   *Excelsior Estates   •   *Fleming   •   Floyd   •   Georgeville   •   *Hardin   •   *Henrietta   •   *Homestead   •   Knoxville   •   *Lawson• • •

What is a USDA Loan?
The USDA 502 Guaranteed Loan Program is designed to help homebuyers in eligible rural areas secure affordable housing with no down payment required. Backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this loan offers competitive interest rates, flexible credit requirements, and lower mortgage insurance costs compared to conventional loans. Borrowers work with approved lenders, and the USDA provides a guarantee, reducing the lender’s risk and making homeownership more accessible.
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  •   Millville   •   Morton   •   *Orrick   •   *Rayville   •   Regal   •   *Richmond   •   Rockingham   •   Saint Cloud   •   Swanwick   •   Taitsville   •   Tinney Grove   •   Vibbard   •   *Wood Heights

There are 259 USDA backed residential loans in Ray county with an average loan balance of $104,724. Over 79% of the loans helped first time home buyers. Borrowers were an average age of 37 years old. The typical appraised home value was around $107,846. On average the rural home size purchased with this loan was approximately 1,348 SqFt. Alternate income limits exist to determine loan eligibility in Ray county. For a household of upto 4 people the income limit is $95,100. For a household of between 5 and 8 people the income limit increases to $125,550.

The size of Ray County is roughly 1,485 square kilometers. There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. The influence score for Ray County is 1. Look below for the interactive county level map illustration below for more details.

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 loan eligible properties in Ray County.

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Ray County, Missouri
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Ray County is located in the northwestern part of the great state of Missouri. It was established on November 16, 1820, and named in honor of John Ray, a Missouri state legislator and early settler in the region. Covering an area of 570 square miles, it has its county seat in the city of Richmond.

Ray County was originally part of the vast Louisiana Territory, which was acquired by the United States under the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Settlement in the area began in the early 19th century, mainly by pioneers of European descent.

One notable event in Ray County's history is the infamous 1838 Mormon War, during which clashes arose between the settlers and the Mormon community led by Joseph Smith. Known as the Missouri Mormon War, tensions in the region escalated until Missouri Governor Lilburn Boggs issued an "Extermination Order" that forced the Mormons to abandon their settlements and leave the state.

The county has a rich agricultural history, which remains one of the primary economic drivers to this day. Farming and livestock are vital aspects of the rural landscape in Ray County, contributing significantly to the local economy.

Fun Fact: Ray County is home to the Watkins Woolen Mill, which is now a state park and historic site. This well-preserved, mid-19th-century textile mill is considered one of the best examples of early industrial architecture in the United States. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the region's history during the Industrial Revolution.


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