La Junta, a city located in the state of Colorado (CO), is home to a population of approximately 7,244 people. La Junta boasts a median age of 40.3, with around 28.1% of its residents aged 60 or above. 10.3% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 19.6% of La Junta residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $50,799, while the unemployment rate stands at 6%, and around 23.1% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in La Junta is $135,829, with a monthly rent averaging $717.