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USDA Business Loans in Scranton, PA

Find lenders offering usda business loans in the Scranton, including Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, and surrounding areas. Compare rates, terms, and programs from 2 lenders.

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Lenders
2
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 Scranton?

2 lenders offering usda business loans in the Scranton, PA area.

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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What does the Scranton commercial real estate market look like?

Scranton's commercial real estate market has shifted from its legacy coal-mining economy to one driven by warehouse and distribution operations, healthcare, and higher education. The I-81 corridor through Lackawanna and Luzerne counties has attracted major logistics operations, including facilities for Chewy, Amazon, and TJX Companies, as distribution tenants seek lower land costs relative to the Lehigh Valley and northern New Jersey. Downtown Scranton has seen modest revitalization through historic tax credit projects converting former commercial buildings into mixed-use properties, with the University of Scranton serving as a key urban anchor. The Wilkes-Barre adjacent market adds scale, with the Mohegan Sun Pocono casino-resort and Wyoming Valley Mall submarket generating hospitality and retail demand.

Key Economic Drivers

  • ●I-81 industrial corridor attracting e-commerce and third-party logistics distribution centers
  • ●Geisinger Health System and Commonwealth Health regional hospital networks
  • ●University of Scranton, Marywood University, and Wilkes University providing institutional demand
  • ●Mohegan Sun Pocono and Poconos tourism driving hospitality property investment

Market Insight

The Scranton-Wilkes-Barre market offers warehouse rents and land costs that are 30-50% below the Lehigh Valley, making it an increasingly attractive option for logistics operators willing to locate slightly farther from the New York metro area.

How do usda business loans work in Scranton, Pennsylvania?

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 Scranton metro area, borrowers can access 2 lenders offering USDA financing, including Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton, 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 Scranton FAQ

How many USDA lenders serve Scranton, PA? ▼
There are 2 lenders offering usda business loans in the Scranton metro area. Loan amounts typically range from 50K to 10M with rates from Fixed or variable, negotiated with lender.
What are USDA loan rates in Scranton? ▼
USDA loan rates in Scranton 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 Scranton-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 Pennsylvania?

Philadelphia Pittsburgh Allentown Harrisburg

Other loan types in Scranton

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SBA 7(a) Loans in Scranton

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

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SBA 504 Loans in Scranton

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

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Commercial Mortgage in Scranton

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

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