Alamosa CCD, Colorado
Alamosa CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Alamosa CCD is a geographic entity located in Alamosa County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,300. The land area covers 312.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,300 | ±245 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,181 | ±181 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,660 | ±121 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,181 | ±181 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 479 | ±169 |
| Median Home Value | $241,900 | ±$24,853 |
| Median Gross Rent | $909 | ±$83 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,622 | ±$5,549 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,135 | ±$2,724 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,656 | ±571 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,307 | ±400 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±3.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF ALAMOSA
GUS Population: 16,689 (2024)
ID: 207612
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 178, ALAMOSA CO 81101-0178
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LA JARA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | MONTE VISTA, CO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | LAJARA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALAMOSA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SANFORD, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Adams State University
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College | 2.8 mi away | 208 Edgemont Blvd, Alamosa, CO, 81101 |
7195877011
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ALAMOSA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 300 HUNT AVENUE, ALAMOSA, CO, 81101 |
(719) 589-6592
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CONEJOS COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 17703 HWY 285, LA JARA, CO, 81140 |
(719) 274-5858
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MONTE VISTA LIBRARY
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 120 JEFFERSON STREET, MONTE VISTA, CO, 81144 |
(719) 852-3931
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CAPULIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 8047 STATE HWY 15, CAPULIN, CO, 81124 |
(719) 274-0953
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BLANCA/FORT GARLAND LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 17591 E HIGHWAY 160, BLANCA, CO, 81123 |
(719) 379-3945
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ALAMOSA 1E, CO US, located 1.5 miles from Alamosa CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.3° | -0.4° | 17.4° | 0.39" | 6.9" |
| February | 42.6° | 7.0° | 24.8° | 0.26" | 4.2" |
| March | 52.8° | 17.1° | 35.0° | 0.46" | 4.3" |
| April | 59.4° | 25.5° | 42.4° | 0.53" | 4.5" |
| May | 69.2° | 33.9° | 51.6° | 0.65" | 0.8" |
| June | 79.4° | 41.7° | 60.6° | 0.26" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.9° | 47.7° | 65.3° | 1.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.4° | 45.1° | 62.7° | 1.43" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.9° | 37.1° | 56.0° | 0.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.1° | 25.2° | 44.6° | 0.59" | 2.0" |
| November | 50.5° | 12.6° | 31.5° | 0.36" | 3.1" |
| December | 37.3° | 1.6° | 19.5° | 0.23" | 4.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamosa East CDP | CDP | 0.8 mi | — |
| Alamosa city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Sanford town | Town | 15.2 mi | — |
| La Jara town | Town | 15.3 mi | — |
| Blanca town | Town | 17.4 mi | — |
| Monte Vista city | City | 19.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0800390076. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.