La Jara, Colorado
La Jara: human settlement in Conejos County, Colorado, United States of America
About
La Jara is a city located in the county of Conejos in the U.S. state of Colorado. Its population at the 2010 census was 818. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 805 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about La Jara
| Population | 805 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Colorado (United States) |
| County | Conejos County |
| Postal code | 81140 |
| Phone Area Codes | 719 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.2750,-105.9603 |
| Altitude | 7,605 feet / 2318 meters |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 23:08:35 (18th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.61% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 12℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
La Jara is located at 37°16'30"N 105°57'37"W (37.2750100, -105.9603000).
La Jara map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 12. West northwest wind 5 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of La Jara decreased by 1.61% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 818 | - | census |
| 2011 | 841 | 2.73% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 834 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 826 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 828 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 810 | -2.22% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 806 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 812 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 818 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 817 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 805 | -1.49% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to La Jara, CO. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 126182 | Adams State University | Alamosa (CO) | 81101 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to La Jara, CO. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMC | Alamosa, CO | 111 Pike Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to La Jara.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| La Jara Post Office | La Jara (CO) | 81140 |
Other cities in Conejos County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Conejos County , CO.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Manassa | 1,019 | Human settlement in Conejos County, Colorado, United States of America |
| Sanford | 900 | Statutory Town in Conejos County, Colorado, United States |
| Antonito | 752 | Town |
| Romeo | 417 | Town of the United States |