Affordable & Income-Based Housing in La Junta

Affordability in La Junta, CO

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in La Junta is $642 per month and the median household income is $52,315 per year. About 33% of residents rent their homes, meaning affordable rental options here serve a meaningful share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the La Junta Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 504 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

None of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in La Junta are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

Getting Around La Junta

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in La Junta rates 61 out of 100 ("Somewhat Walkable"), with a Bike Score of 48 out of 100. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 4 public schools across 1 district serve La Junta, including 2 elementary and 2 high schools. Ratings and quality vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in La Junta

The median household income in La Junta is $52,315 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $642 per month, which is well below national averages and reflects the relatively affordable cost of housing in this small eastern Colorado city.

About 33% of La Junta residents rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role in the local rental market.

• Median household income: $52,315/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $642/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 33% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

None of the 7 HUD-assisted properties in La Junta are mapped in a FEMA flood zone, and none carry a high-risk flood designation. Flood exposure appears minimal for renters at these specific properties.