The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Swain county is rated a 5. The average temperature during the month of June is 72.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 37.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 76% and the area covered by water is 2.32%. The overall influence score for Swain is 9.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Swain, 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.
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Swain County is located in the western part of North Carolina and is part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As of the 2010 census, the population of Swain County was 13,981, making it the least populous county in North Carolina. The median household income was $33,534 and the median family income was $41,752. Around 22% of Swain County residents live below the poverty line.
Swain County has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, African American, Caucasian, and Hispanic residents. The largest Native American tribe in Swain County is the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
The living conditions in Swain County are generally rural and mountain-like, with most people living in small towns or rural areas. Many people depend on farming and tourism for their livelihoods. There is limited access to healthcare and public transportation in the county.
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