Bachelor's+
4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How La Sal Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population251
Median Age87.9 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 9%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,551
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$939M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation6,789 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+49.8%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2
Is La Sal a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Sal receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. La Sal faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
La Sal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
La Sal has a population of 251 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 87.9 years, 126% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (8.8%).
Population
87.9yrs
Median Age
126% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 35.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Spanish | 64.4% |
| 381% above US avg |
The median household income in La Sal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $22,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $905 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,487 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 688 |
| County GDP | $939M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,860 |
| 10% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,860 |
| 10% above US avg |
In La Sal, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Sal vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.0% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,357/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: La Sal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
La Sal has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.7 inches |
| 67% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 50.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,789 ft (2,069 m) |
| Area | 47.6 sq mi (123.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3011°N, 109.2657°W |
| County FIPS | 49019 |