The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Bertie county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 79.0℉ and the average temperature in January is 42.5℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 78% and the area covered by water is 5.66%. The overall influence score for Bertie is 9.
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Bertie County is located in northeastern North Carolina. According to the 2010 US Census, the population of Bertie County was 21,282. The racial makeup of the county was 64.2% African American, 33.6% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.0% from two or more races.
The median household income in Bertie County is $31,737, which is significantly lower than the state median of $50,584. The poverty rate in Bertie County is 28%, which is almost double the state average of 15%.
The unemployment rate in Bertie County is 7.4%, which is slightly higher than the state average of 5.5%.
The living conditions in Bertie County are generally lower than the rest of the state. The housing stock is older and in poorer condition than many other parts of North Carolina. Nearly 30% of households lack access to internet service and many homes lack basic amenities like running water or electricity.
The North Carolina State Office, located in Raleigh, NC, administers USDA Rural Development programs through six Area Offices and fourteen field offices across the state.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of North Carolina
State Director's Office: 919-873-2015
Business Programs: 919-873-2040
Community Programs: 919-873-2030
Multi-Family Housing Programs: 919-873-2050
Single Family Housing Programs: 919-873-2051