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USDA Business Loans in Bakersfield, CA

Find lenders offering usda business loans in the Bakersfield, including Delano, Wasco, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 6 lenders.

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Lenders
6
Typical Rate
Fixed or variable, negotiated with lender
Down Payment
10% existing business, 20% new business
Term
7-30 years by use of proceeds
Closing Time
60-120 days

Which USDA lenders serve Bakersfield?

6 lenders offering usda business loans in the Bakersfield, CA area.

FFB Bank

Local SBA

FRESNO, CA

Fresno, California-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, agricultural lending, and business banking. Serves California's Central Valley and beyond.

22 SBA loans
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Plumas Bank

Local SBA

QUINCY, CA

Quincy, California-based community bank offering SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, agricultural lending, and business banking. Serves businesses in rural Northern California and Nevada.

15 SBA loans
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Live Oak Banking Company

SBA

WILMINGTON, NC

One of the nation's top SBA 7(a) lenders, specializing in lending to small businesses across healthcare, veterinary, beverage, self-storage, and other industries. Offers SBA loans, USDA loans, conventional business loans, and commercial real estate financing.

628 SBA loans
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Celtic Bank Corporation

SBA

SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Industrial bank and top SBA preferred lender headquartered in Salt Lake City. Specializes in SBA 7(a) lending for business acquisitions, partner buyouts, commercial real estate, and working capital. Also offers USDA business loans.

442 SBA loans
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Stone Bank

SBA

MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR

Arkansas-based bank specializing in government-guaranteed lending including SBA, FSA, and USDA business loans. Offers nationwide lending with expertise in SBA 7(a) financing for small business acquisitions and real estate.

72 SBA loans
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Banner Bank

SBA

WALLA WALLA, WA

Pacific Northwest regional bank headquartered in Walla Walla, Washington. Offers SBA 7(a) loans, commercial real estate, agricultural lending, and business banking across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California.

45 SBA loans
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What does the Bakersfield commercial real estate market look like?

Bakersfield's CRE market is uniquely tied to California's oil and gas industry, with Kern County producing roughly 70% of the state's crude oil output, supporting a network of industrial service companies and related office demand. The Rosedale Highway corridor in northwest Bakersfield is the primary commercial growth area with newer retail and office developments, while the Ming Avenue corridor and the California Avenue district near Bakersfield College serve as established commercial nodes. Industrial demand extends along Highway 99 and Lerdo Highway, where food processing, agriculture logistics, and energy services converge. The metro has attracted growing attention from logistics operators seeking affordable alternatives to the congested Inland Empire market.

Key Economic Drivers

  • ●Kern County oil and gas production and energy services companies (Chevron, Berry Petroleum)
  • ●Agricultural shipping, cold storage, and food processing (Grimmway Farms, Bolthouse Farms)
  • ●Meadows Field Airport and Highway 99 logistics corridor
  • ●Kern Medical Center and Adventist Health Bakersfield hospital campuses

Market Insight

Bakersfield offers some of the lowest commercial land costs among California metros, with industrial land pricing at a fraction of Inland Empire rates, making it increasingly attractive for build-to-suit distribution and food processing facilities.

How do usda business loans work in Bakersfield, California?

USDA Business & Industry (B&I) loans are lender-made, government-guaranteed loans for businesses in eligible rural areas. They can cover real estate, equipment, business acquisition, and working capital, with terms tied to use of proceeds and underwriting that looks a lot like a bank loan plus USDA eligibility. In the Bakersfield metro area, borrowers can access 6 lenders offering USDA financing, including Delano, Wasco, and surrounding areas. Loan amounts typically range from $50K to $10M with rates from Fixed or variable, negotiated with lender.

Who should consider usda business loans?

  • Rural owner-user businesses
  • Food processing and manufacturing
  • Business acquisition in eligible rural areas
  • Equipment, real estate, and working capital needs

What are the key requirements?

  • Project generally in an eligible rural area outside cities or towns above 50,000
  • Tangible balance sheet equity typically at least 10% existing / 20% new business
  • Good credit history and repayment ability
  • Collateral and lender support strong enough for a USDA guarantee

Advantages

  • ✓FY2026 guarantee up to 85% on loans under $5M
  • ✓Long terms, up to 30 years on real estate
  • ✓Can cover real estate, equipment, acquisition, and working capital
  • ✓Rates are negotiated with the lender, not set by USDA

Considerations

  • •Project must be in an eligible rural area
  • •No lines of credit or rental housing
  • •Full lender underwriting plus USDA review
  • •Smaller lender pool than SBA

USDA Business Loans in Bakersfield FAQ

How many USDA lenders serve Bakersfield, CA? ▼
There are 6 lenders offering usda business loans in the Bakersfield metro area. Of these, 2 are headquartered in California, including FFB Bank, Plumas Bank. Loan amounts typically range from 50K to 10M with rates from Fixed or variable, negotiated with lender.
What are USDA loan rates in Bakersfield? ▼
USDA loan rates in Bakersfield typically range from Fixed or variable, negotiated with lender, though exact rates depend on factors like your credit score, the property's cash flow, and loan-to-value ratio. Down payments usually run 10% existing business, 20% new business, and closing can take 60-120 days. Compare multiple Bakersfield-area lenders to find the best terms for your deal.
What qualifies as a rural area for USDA loans? ▼
USDA generally requires the project to be outside cities or towns above 50,000 population and outside adjacent urbanized areas. The safest move is to confirm the project address on the USDA eligibility map before you spend money on third-party reports.
Can USDA Business & Industry loans be used for working capital? ▼
Yes, in many cases. USDA says B&I proceeds can cover working capital, but term limits are shorter than for real estate or equipment, and the lender still has to show the deal cash flows.
What is the USDA guarantee percentage in 2026? ▼
USDA's FY2026 notice sets the standard B&I guarantee at 85% for loans under $5 million and 80% for loans from $5 million to $25 million, with a 90% tier for qualifying isolated rural Alaska projects. Separate USDA guidance says most single-borrower requests should still think in terms of a normal $10 million limit unless an exception is approved.
How long can a USDA business loan term run? ▼
The term depends on the use of proceeds. USDA training guidance allows up to 30 years for real estate, up to 15 years or useful life for machinery and equipment, and up to 7 years for working capital.

Where else can I find usda business loans in California?

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Other loan types in Bakersfield

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SBA 7(a) Loans in Bakersfield

Rates from Prime + 1.5% to 3.75%. 10-20% down.

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SBA 504 Loans in Bakersfield

Rates from Below market (CDC portion ~5-6%). 10% down.

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Commercial Mortgage in Bakersfield

Rates from 6% - 8%. 20-30% down.

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