USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Amherst, Virginia

 
There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county or independent city. 100% of Amherst County or Independent City 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, Amherst county or independent city is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 74.9℉ and the average temperature in January is 36.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 71% and the area covered by water is 0.74%. The overall influence score for Amherst is 2.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Amherst, Virginia with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county or independent city. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties and independent cities. 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 or independent city. From county or independent city center to center Nelson is 30 kilometers to the north east, Rockbridge is 35 kilometers to the north west and Lynchburg is 23 kilometers to the south.
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Select from the above list of cities in Amherst County or Independent City. 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 Virginia.

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Amherst County, Virginia is a rural area located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the central part of the state. As of the 2019 census, the population of Amherst County was 32,541. The racial makeup of the county was 84.3% White, 10.9% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 2.4% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races.

The median household income in Amherst County is $45,531 and the median family income is $54,718. Approximately 17.6% of families and 20.8% of individuals are below the poverty line in Amherst County.

The majority of housing in Amherst County is single-family homes (84%). The median value of owner-occupied housing units is $180,100 and approximately 21.1% of housing units are renter-occupied dwellings.

Overall, living conditions in Amherst County are generally good; however, there are areas where poverty is more concentrated and there are fewer resources available to those in need.

Amherst, Virginia

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

State and area offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

State office:
1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 238
Richmond, Va. 23229
Phone: 804-287-1500
Fax: (855) 636-4613
TDD: 804-287-1753

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