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USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Buffalo, Nebraska 
93.1% of Buffalo County is eligible for a USDA home loan.
The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Buffalo county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 76.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 22.8℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 49% and the area covered by water is 0.74%. The overall influence score for Buffalo is 7.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Buffalo, Nebraska with a blue border. Regions of Nebraska that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of Nebraska. Typically these red-highlighted restricted areas represent areas of denser population areas such as city centers. USDAProperties.com can help you determine exactly what properties for sale are outside these exclusionary boundary areas. 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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Buffalo County is located in the southeastern corner of Nebraska and is part of the Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the population of Buffalo County was 48,844. The county seat is Kearney.
The demographics of Buffalo County are mostly white (90.9%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (4.3%), African American (2.1%), Asian (1.2%), and Native American (0.9%). The median household income for Buffalo County is $58,719, which is higher than the state average of $54,838.
Living conditions in Buffalo County are generally good due to its proximity to Omaha and Council Bluffs. The cost of living in Buffalo County is slightly below the national average, with housing being particularly affordable compared to other parts of Nebraska. The unemployment rate in Buffalo County is also lower than the national average at 3.5%.
Quality of life in Buffalo County is generally high due to its low crime rate, access to healthcare services, and numerous recreational opportunities such as fishing, hunting, boating, camping, and golfing. Education is also a priority in Buffalo County, with several public school districts offering quality education to students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Buffalo, Nebraska
Loan officers and realtors can answer your questions about USDA home loan programs.
For direct assistance with Nebraska USDA program details you can also contact:
USDA Rural Development State OfficeFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Nebraska
Suite 308 Federal Building
100 Centennial Mall North
Lincoln, Nebraska 68508
402-437-5551
