La Junta, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Otero County County
La Junta, CO
At a Glance
How La Junta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Junta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Junta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Junta residents earn a median household income of $54,253 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,827. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 512 business establishments, including 48 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Junta is $180,700 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,680. Median rent is $709/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
La Junta reports 504 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,015/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in La Junta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Junta has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches.