USDA Eligibility Boundaries for Wetzel, West Virginia Wetzel QR code


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There are no geographical USDA loan restrictions in this county. 100% of Wetzel County 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, Wetzel county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 75.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 67% and the area covered by water is 0.59%. The overall influence score for Wetzel is 6.

The map below displays geographic boundaries of Wetzel, West Virginia 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.

Or you can continue searching for homes listed for sale in neighboring county. From county center to center Marshall is 28 kilometers to the north, Tyler is 26 kilometers to the south west and Marion is 35 kilometers to the east.

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County level USDA loan eligibility boundaries for Wetzel, West Virginia



Wetzel County is located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia. As of 2019, the county has an estimated population of 16,874 people. The majority of the population (93.8%) is non-Hispanic White, with 2.6% being African American and 2.1% being Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $41,000, which is lower than the national average of $60,000.

The area is mostly rural and sparsely populated, with an unemployment rate of 7%. The poverty rate is around 20%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 11%. The cost of living in Wetzel County is lower than the national average, making it more affordable for residents to live here. However, there are still many people who struggle to make ends meet due to the low wages and lack of job opportunities.

Health care access in Wetzel County is also limited due to its rural location and lack of infrastructure. There are no hospitals located within its borders; instead residents must travel to neighboring counties for medical care. Additionally, there are limited educational opportunities available in the area, with most students having to commute outside of the county for higher education.


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USDA Rural Development programs are delivered through eleven offices in West Virginia. For more information, please contact the specific program area or the office nearest to you.

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1550 Earl Core Road, Suite 101
Morgantown, WV 26505
(304) 284-4860 | (855) 859-1834 fax
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