ZIP Code 81050, Colorado
ZIP Code 81050 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 81050 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bent County / Otero County, Colorado. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,894. The land area covers 508.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,894 | ±442 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,129 | ±244 | 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 | 4,523 | ±238 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,129 | ±244 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 394 | ±202 |
| Median Home Value | $199,000 | ±$34,026 |
| Median Gross Rent | $783 | ±$210 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,180 | ±$6,875 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,586 | ±$2,310 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,161 | ±553 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,112 | ±366 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±4% |
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 BENT
GUS Population: 5,779 (2024)
ID: 207613
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 350, LAS ANIMAS CO 81054-0031
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | LAS ANIMAS, 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 | KG-06 | LAS ANIMAS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAS ANIMAS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | LAS ANIMAS, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ROCKY FORD, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ROCKY FORD, CO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | SWINK, CO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 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 | 8.9 mi away | 1802 Colorado Avenue, La Junta, CO, 81050 |
7193846800
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LA JUNTA/WOODRUFF MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 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 | 13.7 mi away | 610 COLUMBIA AVE, SWINK, CO, 81077 |
(719) 384-8103
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ROCKY FORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 400 SOUTH 10TH STREET, ROCKY FORD, CO, 81067 |
(719) 254-6641
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LAS ANIMAS-BENT COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 20.1 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 20 S, CO US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 81050. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.0° | 17.1° | 32.0° | 0.47" | 4.6" |
| February | 50.3° | 19.8° | 35.0° | 0.39" | 4.2" |
| March | 59.7° | 28.5° | 44.1° | 1.03" | 4.1" |
| April | 67.4° | 36.6° | 52.0° | 1.63" | 2.2" |
| May | 77.0° | 47.2° | 62.1° | 1.79" | 0.1" |
| June | 88.6° | 58.0° | 73.3° | 1.78" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.1° | 63.0° | 78.1° | 2.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 61.1° | 75.6° | 2.13" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.0° | 51.9° | 67.4° | 0.86" | 0.1" |
| October | 70.6° | 37.3° | 53.9° | 1.09" | 1.8" |
| November | 57.0° | 26.5° | 41.7° | 0.60" | 2.9" |
| December | 47.0° | 17.8° | 32.4° | 0.60" | 5.8" |
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 | 9.5 mi | — |
| North La Junta CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
| La Junta Gardens CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Swink town | Town | 13.9 mi | — |
| Cheraw town | Town | 17.5 mi | — |
| Rocky Ford city | City | 19.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 81050. • 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.