Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 23.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 73% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 641 (28.9%) |
| Some College | 319 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 348 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 266 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 595 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,898 ▼ 46% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $128,038 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $522/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,001 |
| Vacant Units | 401 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Baca County is located in Colorado and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,481 residents. With a median age of 44.85, it is a middle-aged county.
Baca County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $40,898 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.3%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 23.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Baca County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $128,038 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $522. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Baca County are primarily White (83.65%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Baca County, CO is a working-class area in Colorado. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81029 | Campo | 287 | $43,750 | — | $950 | 1.5% | 42.7% |
| 81064 | Pritchett | 304 | $45,833 | $58,600 | $480 | 0.0% | 48.9% |
| 81073 | Springfield | 1,880 | $43,021 | $137,500 | $568 | 2.1% | 37.9% |
| 81087 | Vilas | 206 | $31,328 | $71,400 | $457 | 0.0% | 21.7% |
| 81090 | Walsh | 765 | $35,227 | $151,100 | $283 | 0.3% | 39.9% |