Is ZIP 68823 eligible for a USDA loan?

The geographic center of ZIP 68823 sits outside USDA’s ineligible-area boundaries, so homes here are likely eligible for $0 down USDA financing if household income is at or under the area cap. Two houses across the street can still get different answers. Confirm any address with a USDA-approved lender.

What is the USDA income limit for ZIP 68823?

For 68823 (Burwell, NE) the USDA Guaranteed 1–4 person household income limit is $122,800 and the 5–8 person household income limit is $162,100 (Garfield County). USDA counts income for all adults in the home. Deductions for dependents and childcare can bring adjusted income under the cap. See the income limits map .

What is the FHA loan limit for ZIP 68823?

FHA limits are set by county , not by ZIP. For ZIP 68823 HUD lists Garfield County. The 2026 one-unit cap shown here is $541,287 . Limits are higher for 2–4 unit homes. See the FHA loan limits map .

If the property is not USDA eligible, can I still use FHA?

Yes. USDA property eligibility is a location test. FHA does not use that rural/suburban map. If USDA is off the table for the address, FHA is often the next 3.5% down option, as long as the loan stays at or under the county FHA cap and you meet FHA credit and occupancy rules.

FHA loan limits and USDA eligibility for ZIP 68823 — Burwell, NE

FHA county loan caps, USDA property eligibility, and USDA household income limits for this ZIP. USDA looks possible here if income is under the cap.

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USDA property eligibility

Likely eligible for $0 down

Based on the ZIP’s geographic center vs USDA ineligible-area boundaries. The official test is the property address.

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USDA income limits

Garfield County

1–4 person household income limit

$122,800

5–8 person household income limit

$162,100

Garfield County (Primary): $122,800 / $162,100
Loup County: $122,800 / $162,100
Rock County: $122,800 / $162,100
Valley County: $122,800 / $162,100
Holt County: $122,800 / $162,100
Custer County: $122,800 / $162,100

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2026 FHA loan limits

Garfield County

1-unit

$541,287

2-unit

$693,050

3-unit

$837,700

4-unit

$1,041,125

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Maps and ZIP lookups are a first look. A licensed lender can confirm the address, income, and the official cap.

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Loan options for 68823

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