La Junta CCD, Colorado
La Junta CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
La Junta CCD is a geographic entity located in Otero County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,976. The land area covers 39.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,976 | ±410 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,778 | ±281 | 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 | 4,153 | ±269 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,778 | ±281 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 375 | ±190 |
| Median Home Value | $193,500 | ±$40,801 |
| Median Gross Rent | $665 | ±$193 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $55,000 | ±$6,499 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,902 | ±$2,745 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.8% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,152 | ±555 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.5% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,690 | ±394 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±4.1% |
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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GUS Population: 17,991 (2024)
ID: 161318
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
13 WEST THIRD ST, SUITE 212, LA JUNTA CO 81067
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CHERAW, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | LA JUNTA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LA JUNTA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | LA JUNTA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MANZANOLA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | MANZANOLA, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ROCKY FORD, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ROCKY FORD, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SWINK, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | SWINK, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Otero College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 1802 Colorado Avenue, La Junta, CO, 81050 |
7193846800
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LA JUNTA/WOODRUFF MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 522 COLORADO AVE, LA JUNTA, CO, 81050 |
(719) 384-4612
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SWINK SCHOOL/PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 610 COLUMBIA AVE, SWINK, CO, 81077 |
(719) 384-8103
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ROCKY FORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 400 SOUTH 10TH STREET, ROCKY FORD, CO, 81067 |
(719) 254-6641
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COMBINED COMMUNITY LIBRARY CAMPUS BRANCH
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 610 MAIN STREET, ORDWAY, CO, 81063 |
(719) 267-3582
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COMBINED COMMUNITY LIBRARY MAIN BRANCH
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 1007 MAIN STREET, ORDWAY, CO, 81063 |
(719) 267-3823
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LAS ANIMAS-BENT COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 306 5TH STREET, LAS ANIMAS, CO, 81054 |
(719) 456-0111
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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 LA JUNTA, CO US, located 2.7 miles from La Junta CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.4° | 16.5° | 31.4° | 0.45" | 7.2" |
| February | 50.3° | 19.9° | 35.1° | 0.44" | 6.3" |
| March | 60.8° | 27.9° | 44.4° | 0.98" | 6.0" |
| April | 67.7° | 36.2° | 51.9° | 1.36" | 2.1" |
| May | 77.3° | 46.4° | 61.9° | 1.68" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.4° | 57.1° | 72.8° | 1.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.7° | 62.5° | 77.6° | 2.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.4° | 60.7° | 75.6° | 1.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.4° | 51.6° | 67.5° | 0.99" | 0.1" |
| October | 70.4° | 37.2° | 53.8° | 1.32" | 2.8" |
| November | 56.6° | 25.4° | 41.0° | 0.50" | 2.8" |
| December | 46.0° | 17.1° | 31.5° | 0.52" | 6.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Junta city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| La Junta Gardens CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Swink town | Town | 3.3 mi | — |
| North La Junta CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Rocky Ford city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Cheraw town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0808992090. • 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.