Bachelor's+
36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
76.7%
519% higher than US avg
How La Jara Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population163
Median Age71.2 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 36%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,709
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty76.7%
County GDP$1,379M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,385
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation7,429 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Libraries10
Is La Jara a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Jara receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. La Jara offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 76.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
La Jara experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
La Jara has a population of 163 with a density of 11 people per square mile. The median age is 71.2 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.6%), with 16% Hispanic, 16% Asian.
Population
71.2yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 35.7% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Spanish | 64.3% |
| 380% above US avg |
The median household income in La Jara is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 76.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $20,709 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,599 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 76.7% |
| 519% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 859 |
| County GDP | $1,379M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,385.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
In La Jara, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Jara vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.2% |
| Premature Death | 21,299/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: La Jara vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
La Jara has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.8 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,429 ft (2,264 m) |
| Area | 14.3 sq mi (36.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1055°N, 106.9419°W |
| County FIPS | 35039 |