Elder, Colorado
Elder: Situated in Otero County at an elevation of 4308 feet, this unincorporated community lies on the high plains of southeastern Colorado.
About
Elder is a city located in the county of Otero in the U.S. state of Colorado.
Quick Facts about Elder
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Otero County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.1233,-103.9672 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 23:09:52 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 59℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Elder is located at 38°7'24"N 103°58'2"W (38.1233400, -103.9671800).
Elder map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. East southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elder, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127778 | Otero Junior College | La Junta (CO) | 81050 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Elder, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAJ | La Junta | 1 West First St. | RAIL |
| PUB | Pueblo, Colorado | 1080 Chinook Lane | BUS |
| COS | Colorado Springs, Colorado | 120 South Weber Street | BUS |
| TRI | Trinidad | 110 West Pine Street | RAIL |
| LMR | Lamar station | Main & Beach Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Elder.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fowler Post Office | Fowler (CO) | 81039 |
Other cities in Otero County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Otero County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| La Junta | 6,854 | City in Colorado |
| Rocky Ford | 3,806 | City in Colorado |