USDA Vs. FHA your options comparison in Madison, Madison County, AL

During 2025, the USDA loan limit for Madison in Madison county, AL, is $336,500, compared to the FHA limit of $472,030 for a single-family home.

Use the Lendersa® USDA loan calculator to compare today's top USDA and FHA rates. Determine the necessary income, credit, reserves, and documents for qualification. Our advanced mortgage calculator lets you examine USDA, FHA, Conforming, and VA options side-by-side to pick the best fit for your financial situation in .

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2025 Loan Limits and Downpayment Requirements in Madison, County of Madison, AL

Loan Type Loan Limit Down Payment
USDA $336,500 0%
FHA $472,030 3.5%
Conventional Conforming $726,200 3%

USDA and FHA Loan Options in Madison, AL

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What Defines a USDA Loan in AL?

The USDA home loan, backed by the Department of Agriculture, also referred to as a USDA rural development loan or USDA mortgage, is solely for rural areas. Unlike FHA loans, which require a 3.5% down payment, USDA loans need zero down payment.

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