USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Jackson, North Carolina

 
There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Jackson 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, Jackson county is rated a 5. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 39.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 76% and the area covered by water is 0.76%. The overall influence score for Jackson is 8.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Jackson, North Carolina 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 Haywood is 33 kilometers to the north east, Transylvania is 32 kilometers to the east and Macon is 29 kilometers to the south west.
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Select from the above list of cities in Jackson 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 North Carolina.

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Jackson County is located in the far western part of North Carolina and has a population of 40,271 people. The county has a median age of 44.9 years and a median household income of $41,639. The racial makeup of Jackson County is 87.2% White, 10.2% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races.

The living conditions in Jackson County vary widely depending on the area. Generally speaking, the county is rural with small towns and villages scattered throughout the area. Most residents rely on agriculture and forestry for their livelihoods. There are limited job opportunities in the area and many families struggle to make ends meet. The poverty rate in Jackson County is 22.7%, which is higher than the state average of 17%.

The housing market in Jackson County is largely affordable with median home values of $161,000 and median rent of $726 per month. However, there are still areas of the county with limited access to safe and affordable housing. Many residents live in mobile homes and other substandard living conditions.

Jackson, North Carolina

Loan officers and realtors can answer your questions about USDA home loan programs.
For direct assistance with North Carolina USDA program details you can also contact:

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.

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

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