USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Dutchess, New York Dutchess QR code


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77.9% of Dutchess 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, Dutchess county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 74.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 26.5℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 2.88%. The overall influence score for Dutchess is 2.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Dutchess, New York with a blue border. Regions of New York that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of New York. 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.

Or you can continue searching for homes listed for sale in neighboring county. From county center to center Columbia is 54 kilometers to the north, Ulster is 44 kilometers to the west and Putnam is 37 kilometers to the south.

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County level USDA loan eligibility boundaries for Dutchess, New York



Dutchess County is located in the Hudson Valley region of New York State, approximately 90 miles north of New York City. The county has a population of 297,488, with a population density of 513 people per square mile. The median household income is $74,817 and the median home value is $269,400. The majority of the population (76.5%) is white, followed by Latino (14.2%), African American (5.5%), and Asian (2.9%).

The county is largely rural, with rolling hills, farmlands, and woodlands. There are a number of small towns and villages in the area, as well as the cities of Poughkeepsie and Beacon. The county is home to several colleges and universities, including Vassar College and Marist College.

Living conditions in Dutchess County are generally good. The crime rate is low compared to other counties in New York State, and unemployment rate is lower than the national average. The cost of living is higher than the national average, but there are numerous opportunities for employment and recreation in the area.


Dutchess, New York
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Loan officers and realtors can answer your questions about USDA home loan programs.
For direct assistance with New York USDA program details you can also contact:
The New York State Office, located in Syracuse, NY, administers USDA Rural Development programs through ten area offices across the state. All offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

USDA Rural Development
New York State Office
441 S. Salina St, Suite 357
Syracuse, NY 13202
Main Telephone Number: (315) 477-6400 Ext. 4
TDD/Voice Number: 711
TTY/TDD Only: 315.477.6447
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