81050 ZIP Code
La Junta, Colorado
December 20, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 81050 |
| City/Town: | La Junta |
| County: | Otero |
| State: | Colorado |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 9,601 |
| Median Household Income: | $52,195 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,309 |
| Total Housing Units: | 4,563 |
| Median Home Value: | $150,900 |
| Land Area: | 508.2 sq miles
1316.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 4.2 sq miles
10.8 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 37.8557, -103.4717 |
Population Information (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 9,601 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 4,895 | 51.0% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 4,706 | 49.0% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 546 | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 537 | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 509 | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 751 | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 452 | 4.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,142 | 11.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,232 | 12.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,121 | 11.7% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 559 | 5.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 645 | 6.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,153 | 12.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 561 | 5.8% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 393 | 4.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $150,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $749 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 4,563 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 4,197 | 92.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 366 | 8.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,901 | 69.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,296 | 30.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 6,806 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 283 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 755 | 11.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,055 | 30.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,480 | 21.7% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 933 | 13.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 744 | 10.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 556 | 8.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 84.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 19.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (81050 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $52,195 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $65,364 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $70,272 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,309 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 4,380 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 4,121 | 94.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 259 | 5.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 3,467 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,697 | 65.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,244 | 30.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 178 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 2 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,976 | 72.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 135 | 1.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 284 | 3.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 84 | 0.9% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 4 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,201 | 12.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 917 | 9.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,921 | 20.0% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 4,015 | 41.8% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 3,336 | 34.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 4 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 675 | 7.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (81050 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 191 | 4.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 205 | 4.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 498 | 11.9% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 457 | 10.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 636 | 15.2% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 905 | 21.6% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 459 | 10.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 649 | 15.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 123 | 2.9% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 74 | 1.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (81050 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 3,037 | 73.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 591 | 14.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 149 | 3.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 92 | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 156 | 3.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 20.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (81050 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 213 | 5.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 285 | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 402 | 9.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 52 | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 484 | 11.7% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 118 | 2.9% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 107 | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 176 | 4.3% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 66 | 1.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,199 | 29.1% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 459 | 11.1% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 152 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 408 | 9.9% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 21.1% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 8,864 | 92.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,245 | 54.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 4,718 | 49.1% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 674 | 7.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (81050 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,732 | 65.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,599 | 38.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,053 | 25.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 338 | 8.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 299 | 7.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 901 | 21.5% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (81050 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 3,307 | 72.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 123 | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 108 | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 102 | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 209 | 4.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 29 | 0.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 173 | 3.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 505 | 11.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 7 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (81050 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 161 | 3.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 197 | 4.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 360 | 7.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 283 | 6.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,004 | 22.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 293 | 6.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 655 | 14.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 480 | 10.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,130 | 24.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (81050 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 46 | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 400 | 8.8% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,597 | 35.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 1,311 | 28.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 886 | 19.4% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 323 | 7.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (81050 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,165 | 75.4% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 197 | 4.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 679 | 16.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 115 | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 26 | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 15 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (81050 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 402 | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,242 | 29.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,158 | 27.6% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,395 | 33.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (81050 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 251 | 8.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 745 | 25.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 442 | 15.2% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 418 | 14.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 706 | 24.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 264 | 9.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 51 | 1.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 24 | 0.8% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (81050 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,200 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $383 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $749 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.15 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.35 | 2.38 |
Households (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 4,197 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,877 | 44.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 710 | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 892 | 21.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,085 | 25.9% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,135 | 27.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,542 | 36.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.21 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.80 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (81050 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,960 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,263 | 31.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,928 | 48.7% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 198 | 5.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 459 | 11.6% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,107 | 28.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (81050 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,158 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 303 | 14.0% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 81 | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 806 | 37.3% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 449 | 20.8% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 519 | 24.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 7,613 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 781 | 10.3% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 9,538 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,777 | 18.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 230 | 12.9% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 683 | 38.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 864 | 48.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (81050 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 7,804 | 81.3% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,695 | 17.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,239 | 73.1% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 428 | 25.3% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 169 | 10.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 28 | 1.7% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (81050 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 9,197 | 95.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 109 | 1.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 404 | 370.6% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 404 | 370.6% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 404 | 370.6% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 17 | 15.6% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 365 | 334.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 9 | 8.3% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (81050 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 9,055 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 7,690 | 84.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,365 | 15.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,283 | 14.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 58 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 13 | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 11 | 0.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (81050 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 4,197 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 3,643 | 86.8% | 89.4% |
La Junta, CO81050