USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Carter, Tennessee

 
98.5% of Carter 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, Carter county is rated a 5. The average temperature during the month of June is 68.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 33.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 65% and the area covered by water is 1.89%. The overall influence score for Carter is 2.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Carter, Tennessee with a blue border. Regions of Tennessee that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of Tennessee. 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 Sullivan is 29 kilometers to the north west, Washington is 33 kilometers to the west and Johnson is 30 kilometers to the north east.
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Select from the above list of cities in Carter 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 Tennessee.

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Carter County, Tennessee is located in the northeastern part of the state, bordering Virginia and North Carolina. It has a population of 57,424 people (as of 2020), with an average age of 43 years. The racial makeup of the county is 92.9% White, 4.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.7% from two or more races.

The median household income in Carter County is $40,564 and the median home value is $121,400 (as of 2019). The unemployment rate is 6.1%, slightly higher than the national average of 5.2%.

The living conditions in Carter County vary widely depending on location and socioeconomic status. In general, most residents live in rural areas with limited access to public transportation and amenities such as grocery stores and medical care. Many homes are older and may lack modern amenities such as air conditioning and updated plumbing systems.

The quality of life in Carter County is generally good, with a variety of outdoor activities available such as camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and horseback riding. There are also several historical sites to explore including the Watauga Valley Railroad Museum and Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park. Education opportunities include several public schools as well as Northeast State Community College and Milligan College.

Carter, Tennessee

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

Tennessee State Office
441 Donelson Pike, Suite 310 
Nashville, TN 37214
Phone: 615-783-1300, 800-342-3149
Fax: 855-776-7057

Rural Development programs are delivered through area offices across Tennessee.

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