USDA Rural Home Loans in Alamosa, CO
At $225,000 median, Alamosa is one of CO's most affordable USDA markets. With 0% down, a buyer's upfront cash is essentially the guarantee fee ($2,250, financeable) and closing costs — total out-of-pocket can be under $4,500 in many scenarios.
Is Alamosa USDA-Eligible?
Alamosa qualifies as a USDA-eligible small community. Most in-town and surrounding Alamosa County rural properties are eligible — verify your specific address at usda.gov/eligibility before making an offer, as eligibility boundaries can shift.
Eligibility is address-specific. We'll verify your target property against the USDA map before you write an offer.
Income Limits — Alamosa County
| Household Size | 2026 Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1-4 person | $119,850 |
| 5-8 person | $158,202 |
USDA uses adjusted household income (after allowable deductions), not gross. Some earners above these limits still qualify after deductions.
USDA Monthly Payment — Alamosa
| Typical purchase price | $225,000 |
| Down payment | $0 |
| Upfront guarantee fee (1%) | $2,250 (rolled into loan) |
| Monthly P&I | $1,436 |
| Annual fee (monthly) | $65/mo |
| Monthly total | $1,501/mo |
Comparable FHA payment: $1,495/mo. Payments land close to FHA here, but USDA needs no down payment at all — that is the real saving.
FAQs
Check USDA eligibility for Alamosa
0% down, no PMI, and the cheapest monthly payment for eligible buyers.