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Butte County

Clear, current 2026 mortgage and refinance loan limits for homeowners in Butte County, California. Use the verified baseline numbers below to calculate your refinance payment, evaluate your home equity, and monitor when rate alerts make refinancing advantageous.

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2026 limits

2026 Mortgage Loan Limits

Butte County

Conforming Loan Limits

Per property
1 unit$832,750
2 units$1,066,250
3 units$1,288,800
4 units$1,601,750

FHA Loan Limits

Per property
1 unit$541,287
2 units$693,050
3 units$837,700
4 units$1,041,125

Source: Official Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and HUD loan limit schedules. Conforming data represents conventional maximums. Last synchronized: 2026 update cycle.

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Refinance Payment Estimate

Estimate Your Refinance in Butte County

Use your current mortgage details to estimate a new refinance payment and potential monthly savings.

Estimated New Monthly Payment$2,528Principal & interest only
Home value − mortgage balance
Mortgage balance ÷ home value
Added to the proposed new loan
Proposed New Loan Amount$400,000
Estimated New Payment$2,528
Estimated Monthly SavingsAdd current rate

Estimates include principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance, closing costs, and mortgage insurance are not included.

About Butte

A local view of the market.

Butte County, CA, has a moderate real estate market, with median home values around $425,000 in 2024. The area’s affordability and natural beauty attract families and retirees. Chico, the largest city, has a population of about 103,000, while Oroville, the county seat, has around 20,000 residents. Butte County offers a mix of suburban and rural living, with an economy focused on education, agriculture, and healthcare. Known for its natural beauty, outdoor activities, and Chico State University, the county appeals to families, students, and those looking for a small-town feel with easy access to recreational areas.

County snapshot

Market context.

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Public location data associated with this county record. Optional fields are shown only when present in the source.

Market areaChicoMapped market area
Area code17020CBSA / MSA reference
Featured communitiesOroville · ChicoFrom the county record
Data year2026Aligned with this limit record
OrovilleChico
Top cities & communities

Communities to explore.

OrovilleChico
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