Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 105 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,690 (19.6%) |
| Some College | 3,523 (9%) |
| Associates | 6,139 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,406 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,450 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,021 ▲ 11% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $550,308 ▲ 97% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,403/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 29,151 |
| Vacant Units | 5,648 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
La Plata County is located in Colorado and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 56,822 residents. With a median age of 42.67, it is a middle-aged county.
La Plata County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $85,020 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in La Plata County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $550,308 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,403. Homeownership rates are high at 71.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of La Plata County are primarily White (76.44%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 55.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
La Plata County, CO is a middle-income area in Colorado. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81122 | Bayfield | 8,921 | $94,450 | $445,900 | $1,536 | 5.8% | 50.6% |
| 81301 | Durango | 29,892 | $83,209 | $634,900 | $1,433 | 2.5% | 64.9% |
| 81303 | Durango | 9,696 | $94,565 | $535,800 | $1,424 | 2.0% | 47.3% |
| 81326 | Hesperus | 2,651 | $83,229 | $515,200 | $1,254 | 2.7% | 51.2% |
| 81137 | Ignacio | 5,662 | $64,226 | $309,500 | $1,073 | 4.5% | 30.6% |