Economy & Jobs — La Jara, Colorado
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $39,630 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$45,200 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,603 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% |
| In Labor Force | 280 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Public Admin | 21.2% |
| Construction | 14.5% |
| Retail | 13.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.