FHA VS Conventional loan programs in Salem, Salem County, New Jersey

In 2026, the Conventional loan limit in Salem, located in Salem county, NJ, is set at $726,200, while for a single-family home, the FHA limit is $529,000.

Leverage the Lendersa® Conventional loan calculator to evaluate current rates among Conventional, FHA, and USDA loans. Determine necessary income, credit, reserves, and documentation for qualification. Our comprehensive mortgage calculator presents side-by-side comparisons of Conforming Conventional loans, USDA, FHA, and VA, helping you choose the optimal program in NJ for your financial needs.

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Loan Limits and Downpayment Requirements for 2026 in Salem, Salem County, NJ

Loan Type Loan Limit Down Payment
Conventional Conforming $726,200 3%
USDA $381,800 0%
FHA $529,000 3.5%

This comparison table applies to the zip codes: 8079

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Salem Lenders

  • Franklin Bank
  • 1179 Route 40, Pilesgrove, NJ, 08098
  • Lends in New Jersey
  • In 1861, a group of thoughtful citizens met quietly forming Salem's first permanent "Building Association." Plans progressed smoothly & the meeting took place the evening of the same day President Lincoln was inaugurated. A certificate of incorporation for "The Franklin Loan & Building Association of Salem, NJ" was drawn up on April 13, 1861.

  • The First National Bank of Elmer
  • 10 South Main Street, Elmer, NJ, 08318
  • Lends in New Jersey
  • The First National Bank of Elmer was established in 1903 in the town of Elmer, New Jersey. Today, we are proud to be an independent Community Bank with six offices to serve the financial needs of our customers. Our customer base is primarily in the Salem, Gloucester and Cumberland County area of Southern New Jersey.