La Veta, CO

Colorado · Costilla County

La Veta is a small town in Colorado with a population of 751. Residents earn $50,975 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
751 Population 548/sq mi density
$50,975 Median Income $29,702 per capita
$365,300 Home Value $375,972 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,975 median income, 4.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$365,300 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,975
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $365,300
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

How La Veta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population751
Median Age68.4 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans18.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,975
Per Capita$29,702
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$126M
Commute12 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$365,300
Ownership79.6%
Zillow$375,972
Housing Units604
Rent Burden41.8%

Health

Obesity25.6%
Uninsured2.7%
Smoking11.7%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Elevation7,022 ft (2,140 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+19.8%
School Score4.23

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute12 min
Broadband62.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is La Veta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Veta receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. La Veta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Veta is $50,975, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Veta is $365,300, 30% above the national median. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.

Climate & Weather

La Veta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 104.8 inches of snow.

La Veta has a population of 751 with a density of 548 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 68.4 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58.2% female and 41.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 4.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 18.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

751
Total Population
2023 Census
548
People / sq mi
68.4yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

La Veta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 1.1%

Social Characteristics

La Veta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Veta is $50,975, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,702 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $781, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 116 business establishments, including 6 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: La Veta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,975
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,702
Avg Weekly Wage$781
IRS Avg AGI$41,455
Gini Index0.503 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$126M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living103.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in La Veta is $365,300, 30% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,972. Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 604 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. 41.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,300
30% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$375,972

Rental Costs

Rent Burden41.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.6%
Owner-Occupied79.6%
Renter-Occupied20.4%
Housing Units604
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

In La Veta, 25.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 25.6% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 16.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 2.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). 41.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 1.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: La Veta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured2.7%
69% below US avg
Mental Health1:3,628
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death20,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment1.2/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities6
La Veta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 104.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 7,022 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation7,022 ft (2,140 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density548/sq mi
Coordinates37.5086°N, 105.0085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyCostilla County County
Nearest AirportSan Luis Valley Regional/Bergman Field (ALS)
47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.9"
45% below US avg
Snowfall 104.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.11"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.72"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score6.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability96.5 / 100
Community Resilience0.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Volcano No Rating
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

340 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 28, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 6 km S of Valdez, Colorado M5.3 57 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km S of Weston, Colorado M5.0 64 km
Aug 22, 2011 9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado M4.7 67 km
Sep 5, 2001 0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado M4.5 53 km
Mar 22, 2004 30 km S of Weston, Colorado M4.4 74 km
Jan 3, 2007 8 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.4 50 km
Mar 10, 2023 6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado M4.3 44 km
Aug 1, 2004 31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M4.3 71 km
Jul 29, 2009 32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico M4.1 81 km
Jun 19, 2023 Colorado M4.1 52 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km SSW of Segundo, Colorado M4.1 64 km
Aug 26, 2023 19 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.0 60 km
Sep 13, 2011 20 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M4.0 68 km
Aug 23, 2011 7 km S of Valdez, Colorado M4.0 58 km
Feb 6, 2016 Colorado M4.0 47 km
Sep 4, 2001 2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado M4.0 52 km
Mar 10, 2023 5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 45 km
Aug 20, 2015 7 km WSW of Weston, Colorado M3.9 46 km
Sep 16, 2011 26 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 73 km
Aug 23, 2016 18 km SSW of Weston, CO M3.9 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

82 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 31, 1955 EF3 38 km 0
Aug 21, 1984 EF2 90 km 0
Jul 10, 1978 EF2 68 km 0
Jul 4, 1960 EF2 71 km 0
Jul 10, 1955 EF2 76 km 0
May 8, 2017 EF1 44 km 0
Jun 6, 2014 EF1 66 km 0
Jun 6, 2014 EF1 82 km 0
Aug 16, 2008 EF1 66 km 0
Jul 9, 2006 EF1 94 km 0
Mar 19, 1995 EF1 77 km 0
May 25, 1993 EF1 4 km 0
Jun 22, 1983 EF1 86 km 0
Jun 10, 1983 EF1 64 km 0
Jun 10, 1983 EF1 25 km 0
Sep 13, 1982 EF1 65 km 0
Jun 19, 1982 EF1 94 km 0
Aug 6, 1981 EF1 89 km 0
Jun 19, 1980 EF1 85 km 0
Jun 19, 1980 EF1 96 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SPRING CREEK (107,108 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 SPRING CREEK 107,108 13 km
2002 PONIL COMPLEX 89,084 92 km
2011 BEAR SPRINGS CALLIE MARIE 36,863 99 km
2011 TRACK 28,893 79 km
2002 SPRING 24,044 56 km
2016 JUNKINS 19,023 71 km
2006 MATO VEGA 13,126 26 km
2005 MASON 11,630 72 km
2013 EAST PEAK 10,082 15 km
2002 JAMES AND JOHN 7,190 73 km
2011 BEAR 6,585 86 km
2011 PURGATOIRE FIRE 6,233 92 km
2021 HART CANYON RX FY22 5,781 82 km
2016 BEULAH HILL 5,769 63 km
2018 LOOP ROAD RX 5,688 85 km
2008 WEST FORK 5,436 73 km
2010 MEDANO 4,887 52 km
1998 BEARD 4,553 92 km
1989 UNNAMED 4,505 86 km
2010 H12 4,393 62 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in
February 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (21°C) 3.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 0.7 in Driest
December 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in Coldest

La Veta has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and November the driest (0.7").

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La Veta is located in Costilla County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 19.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 55.5% of the vote, a 14.7-point margin. 62.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 6 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.9%
D 55.5%

Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents42
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+19.8%
School Test Score4.23
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density548/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyCostilla County County

Services

Broadband Access62.1%
Avg Download Speed64.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed33.0 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.4%
Average costs for common services in La Veta. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $258 ($155-$412)
Specialist Visit $361 ($206-$567)
Urgent Care Visit $206 ($103-$361)
Emergency Room Visit $2,268 ($825-$5,155)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($77-$206)
Dental Filling $258 ($155-$412)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($26-$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $77 ($52-$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $309 ($155-$516)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21-$77)
New Tires (Set of 4) $619 ($412-$1,031)
Battery Replacement $206 ($103-$361)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62-$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52-$144)
HVAC Repair $412 ($155-$825)
HVAC System Install $7,217 ($4,124-$12,372)
Roof Repair $1,031 ($412-$2,062)
Roof Replacement $9,279 ($5,671-$15,465)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,547 ($516-$3,609)
Divorce (Contested) $15,465 ($5,155-$30,930)
DUI Defense $5,155 ($2,062-$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,547 ($825-$3,093)
Will Preparation $516 ($206-$1,031)
Trust Preparation $2,578 ($1,031-$5,155)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($15-$46)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31-$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($77-$258)
Manicure $26 ($15-$46)
Pedicure $41 ($26-$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $82 ($52-$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.23 ($3.09-$5.67)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.61 ($2.58-$5.16)
Loaf of Bread $3.92 ($2.58-$5.67)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.64 ($3.09-$6.70)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.67 ($4.12-$7.73)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62-$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $144 ($82-$258)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31-$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41-$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41-$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31-$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52-$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $206 ($77-$516)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,062 ($1,237-$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31-$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.25-$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31-$258)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($15-$77)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,237 ($619-$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,031 ($516-$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly) $412 ($206-$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26-$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,031 ($412-$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,888 ($5,155-$30,930)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31-$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52-$206)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31-$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21-$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter $309 ($155-$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter $206 ($103-$412)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$793
Toddler$634
Preschool$597
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$658
Toddler$657
Preschool$657
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Costilla County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Agriculture & Forestry 135 14 $48,897 17.34
Retail Trade 78 14 $22,889 0.81

Schools in La Veta

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
La Veta Junior-Senior High School High 121 13 9.3:1
La Veta Elementary School Elementary 117 8 14.6:1
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Radio Stations near La Veta

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near La Veta

12 campgrounds found near La Veta.

NameRatingSitesPrice
SPRUCE GROUP - LAKE ISABEL 4.8/5 1 $140
ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 4.7/5 14 $25
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 4.6/5 25 $30, $35
BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND (CO) 4.5/5 13 $25
Pinon Flats Campground 4.5/5 89 $20, $80
PURGATOIRE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 20 $25
LAKE ISABEL CABIN 4.3/5 1 $130
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel NF (CO) 4.0/5 16 $25
PONDEROSA GROUP - LAKE ISABEL 3.7/5 1 $150
SOUTHSIDE CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL 3.6/5 8 $25
Cordova Pass - 1 $15
Medano Pass Primitive Road Campsites - - Free

National Parks Near La Veta

17 national parks and monuments found near La Veta.

ParkTypeFee
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Beaver Creek State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Blue Heron State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Centennial Park State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Florence River Park State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Fremont County Road 643C State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - Pathfinder Park State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - River Station State Park Free
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area - River Walk State Park Free
Cimarron Canyon State Park State Park Free
Eagle Nest Lake State Park State Park Free
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve $25
Lake Pueblo State Park Free
Lake Pueblo State Park State Park Free
Lathrop State Park State Park Free
Sugarite Canyon State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near La Veta

189+ trails found near La Veta.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GREENHORN ROAD 9.5 SNOW - - -
INDIAN 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BARTLETT 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BLUE/BEAR ROAD 5.0 SNOW - - -
CORDOVA PASS ROAD 5.0 SNOW - - -
COAL CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SCHAFER 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
POLE CREEK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DODGETON 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
GREENHORN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WILDCAT 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CISNEROS 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LILY LAKE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
UTE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
MILLSET 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WAHATOYA 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SANTANA 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
APISHAPA 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LEVI KRIER 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SNOWSLIDE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
STRAWBERRY 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CISNEROS 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BONNETT CREEK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSE RANCH 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WAHATOYA 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
GREENHORN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WAHATOYA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
INDIAN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST PEAK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARTLETT 1.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - Yes
BLANCA PEAK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
INDIAN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WAHATOYA 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SAN CARLOS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSE RANCH 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POLE CREEK SPUR 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ZAPATA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
TURKEY CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DIKES 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SOUTH APACHE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BAKER CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SHORTCUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
TURKEY CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARTLETT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
POLE CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DIKES 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
NORTH FORK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SOUTH APACHE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREENHORN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CISNEROS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS TO NFSR 352 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CASCADE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CASCADE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MUSIC PASS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DIKES 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BAKER CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SANTANA 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LAKESHORE 0.9 ASPHALT Yes - -
NORTH FORK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LEVI KRIER 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
NORTH FORK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CASCADE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
INDIAN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SOUTH APACHE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
INDIAN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ST. CHARLES 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LEVI KRIER 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
GREENHORN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SNOWSLIDE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
NORTH FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CASCADE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
POLE CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CASCADE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WACHOB 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WEST PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARTLETT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
1302.C 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SAN CARLOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
APACHE FALLS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILLSET 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DODGETON 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BAKER CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ZAPATA 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WACHOB 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MARBLE MTN. 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MARBLE MTN. 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
POLE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MARBLE MTN. 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BAKER CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MILLSET 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LAKE SHORE ADA 0.3 ASPHALT Yes - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MILLSET 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
GREENHORN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SOUTH APACHE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NORTH FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
STRAWBERRY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CISNEROS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
NORTH FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WEST PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SNOWSLIDE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MARBLE MTN. 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APACHE FALLS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
POLE CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MILLSET 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
1302.B 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MUSIC PASS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RAINBOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POLE CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SANTANA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
INDIAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CISNEROS 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DODGETON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
APISHAPA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEVI KRIER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CASCADE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
1330.C 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
INDIAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
INDIAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BAKER CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WAHATOYA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARTLETT 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - Yes
HUERFANO 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
1330.K 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APISHAPA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CASCADE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
1330.E 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WEST PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SANTANA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
MILLSET 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SNOWSLIDE ACCESS FROM FSR 371 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RAINBOW 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
1330.J 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREENHORN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SCHAFER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMPGROUND LAKE ACCESS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
1330.H 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WACHOB 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
NORTH FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LEVI KRIER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LEVI KRIER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
VISTA POINT HANDICAPPED TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CISNEROS 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - -
1330.G 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAINBOW 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
PICNIC AREA SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APISHAPA 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SOUTH APACHE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAINBOW 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
1330.F 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HUERFANO 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
NORTH FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARTLETT 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - Yes

Museums in La Veta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HUERFANO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION112 WEST FIFTH STREET$12,387
APISHAPA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT GARLAND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM29477 HIGHWAY 159�7193793512
FRANCISCO FORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7197425501
MUSEUM OF FRIENDSGENERAL MUSEUM109 EAST 6TH ST7197382858
PALEO & PELAGICA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM300 E 5TH STREET2819910019

Libraries in La Veta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LA VETA REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT310 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.051,667
SPANISH PEAKS LIBRARY DISTRICT415 WALSEN AVE0.045,180

Farmers Markets in La Veta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Spanish Peaks Farm Stand23500 US Hwy 16006/15/2018 to 10/01/2018Fri: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM;
Walsenburg Farmers Market6th and Main07/11/2014 to 09/26/2014Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Hotels in La Veta

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cuchara Inn
Cuchara River Bed and Breakfast
Dodgeton Creek Inn
La Veta Inn

Restaurants in La Veta

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aly's Fireside Cafe
Mission Deli Mesa Steak House

Cafes in La Veta

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paradise Coffee

Theatres in La Veta

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Francisco Center for the Performing Arts

Clinics in La Veta

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

US #548301389
US #554378463

Gas Stations in La Veta

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Trailhead General Store

Golf Courses in La Veta

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grandote Peaks Golf Club

EV Charging Stations in La Veta

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
La Veta County Store200 N Main StRED_E2J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in La Veta

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Cleveland (108691)GTOWER121
Cleveland (108691)GTOWER121
Exit 56 Red Rock Road (36133)GTOWER65
Exit 56 Red Rock Road (36133)GTOWER65
Pita Site Section 17, T31S, R68WTOWER32
Point 4 Miles North of US Route 160 (108974)LTOWER29
Point 4 Miles North of US Route 160 (108974)LTOWER29

Fire Stations in La Veta

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
La Veta Fire Protection District111 S MainVolunteer719-742-3656

Bridges in La Veta

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1927215,300F
CulvertConcrete1935214,100F
FrameConcrete2012391,600G
CulvertOther1982301,600G
CulvertConcrete1985271,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1947831,300F
Arch (Deck)Concrete201850471G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198862273F
SlabWood or Timber198838138F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19862566F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199211260G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19862657P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19935056F
SlabWood or Timber19883256F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1999365G

Airports Near La Veta

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alamosa Outport Airport-Small Airport
Blanca Airport-Small Airport
Cuchara Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Cuchara Valley At La Veta Airport-Small Airport
Diamond Star Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Flying D Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Geary Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Green Acres Airport-Small Airport
Greenhorn Strip-Small Airport
Huerfano Agricultural Airport-Small Airport
Las Arenas Earth and Sky Observatory Airport-Small Airport
Mann Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Melby Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Perry Stokes AirportTADSmall Airport
Questa Municipal Nr 2 Airport-Small Airport
Rock Creek Airport-Small Airport
Shkyview Airport-Small Airport
Silver West Airport-Small Airport
Simonson Field-Small Airport
Spanish Peaks Airfield-Small Airport
Spring Canyon Airport-Small Airport
Stetler Airport-Small Airport
Tercio Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
The Flying Z Airport-Small Airport
Trinchera Ranch Airstrip-Small Airport
Turkey Ridge Ranch Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in La Veta

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Huerfano County Sheriffs Department
Huerfano County Sheriffs Department
Walsenburg Police Dept

Grocery Stores in La Veta

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Charlies MarketGrocery Store214 S Main St
La Veta Country StoreConvenience Store200 N Main St

Treatment Centers in La Veta

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads Turning Points IncSubstance Abuse719-738-2076

DOL Wage Violations in La Veta

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $22,594 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

1
Violations
$22,594
Back Wages Owed
6
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Oakdale Gas Processing - - 81055 - 1 $22,594 $3,766 6

Churches & Religious Organizations in La Veta

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CUCHARA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC18721 HWY 12
CUCHARA VALLEY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SERVICESPO BOX 726
ETERNITY MINDSET LIVING12 CANACHE CT
UPON THE ROCKPO BOX 1007

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UFO Sightings
7
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
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UFO Sightings Near La Veta

7 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near La Veta.

Name Year Description
La veta, CO 2011 ((HOAX??) we were at my inlaws house in south co for a few days we took some pics down there &#44 and found spheres and odd shapes&#44
Cuchara, CO 2008 Orange Light UFO while camping near Cuchara&#44 Colorado
Cuchara, CO 2006 There appeared to be about six very very bright glowing white ball shaped objects.
La veta, CO 2005 Unidentified Flying Object Flashing Lights above the ground. ((NUFORC Note: Possible sighting of Sirius in western sky?? PD))
La veta, CO 2001 On the horizon&#44 bobbing and weaving changing colors with tenacity.
La veta, CO 1999 Aircraft looked like a 747 three times its size. At each wing tip were much smaller aircraft. A probe went to the ground from the bell
La veta, CO 1985 Well what happened was when I was about 5 I was coming back from a trip from my grandparents. I was looking out the windown and it was

Mines Near La Veta

2 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near La Veta.

Name Description
Bar Nothing Gravel Pit Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Abandoned)
Jansen Load Out Facility Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned)

Haunted Places Near La Veta

1 reported haunted locations found near La Veta.

Name Description
Fort Francisco Museum Hall Mansion The west wing of this old fort is haunted by two ghosts, the Candle Lady ghost and the Floating Lady ghost. There is cold spot in the kitchen. Staff have seen orbs and experienced flickering lights.

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Veta

What is the population of La Veta?

La Veta has a population of 751 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 548 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 68.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58.2% female and 41.8% male.

Is La Veta expensive to live in?

La Veta has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $50,975, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $365,300 (30% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in La Veta?

La Veta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 104.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in La Veta?

La Veta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $781. There are 116 business establishments in the area, including 6 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 25.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in La Veta?

The median home value in La Veta is $365,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,972. The homeownership rate is 79.6%.

How are the schools in La Veta?

Schools in La Veta have an average test score of 4.2 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 37.1% of adults in La Veta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 19.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is La Veta?

The obesity rate in La Veta is 25.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 16.2% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 2.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 41.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in La Veta?

The average commute in La Veta is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of La Veta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of La Veta is 98% White, 4.1% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.3% of residents have a disability. 97.3% have health insurance coverage.

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