La Jara, NM

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La Jara Overview

361
TOTAL POPULATION
227
MALE POPULATION
134
FEMALE POPULATION
169.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
59.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$16,521
PER CAPITA INCOME
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
74
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
26.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

La Jara Zip Codes

La Jara Area Codes

Race in La Jara

The most populous races in La Jara are Hispanic or Latino (258 | 71.5%), White / Caucasian (143 | 39.6%), and Native / Alaskan (116 | 32.1%).
Race in La Jara
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino25871.5%
Native / Alaskan11632.1%
White / Caucasian14339.6%
Two or more Races4612.7%
Some other Race5615.5%
Total361100.0%

Ancestry in La Jara

The most populous ancestries reported in La Jara are Mexican (156 | 43.2%), Pueblo (85 | 23.5%), Spaniard (64 | 17.7%), Spanish (38 | 10.5%), and Navajo (31 | 8.6%), together accounting for 103.6% of all La Jara residents.
Ancestry in La Jara
Ancestry# Population% Population
Mexican15643.2%
Navajo318.6%
Pueblo8523.5%
Spaniard6417.7%
Spanish3810.5%
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Immigrants in La Jara

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in La Jara came from Europe (17 | 4.7%), Germany (17 | 4.7%), and Western Europe (17 | 4.7%), together accounting for 14.1% of all La Jara residents.
Immigrants in La Jara
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe174.7%
Germany174.7%
Western Europe174.7%
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Sex and Age in La Jara

Sex and Age in La Jara

The most populous age groups in La Jara are 30 to 34 Years (58 | 25.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (26 | 19.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in La Jara
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (5.7%)12 (9.0%)
5 to 9 Years16 (7.0%)18 (13.4%)
10 to 14 Years20 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years13 (5.7%)13 (9.7%)
25 to 29 Years31 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (25.6%)16 (11.9%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)19 (14.2%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)26 (19.4%)
70 to 74 Years40 (17.6%)18 (13.4%)
75 to 79 Years11 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over15 (6.6%)12 (9.0%)
Total227 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Families and Households in La Jara

Median Family Size in La Jara

Median Family Size in La Jara
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple104 (100.0%)2.68
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families104 (100.0%)2.68

Median Household Size in La Jara

Median Household Size in La Jara
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple104 (61.9%)2.68
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family64 (38.1%)1.28
Total Households168 (100.0%)2.15

Household Size by Marriage Status in La Jara

Out of a total of 168 households in La Jara, 104 (61.9%) are family households, while 64 (38.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 45, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 49.
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Jara
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-49 (29.2%)
2-Person Households43 (25.6%)15 (8.9%)
3-Person Households16 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households45 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (61.9%)64 (38.1%)

Female Fertility in La Jara

Fertility by Age in La Jara

Average fertility rate in La Jara is 271.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 448.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in La Jara
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years13 (100.0%)448.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)271.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Jara

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Jara
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in La Jara

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in La Jara
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (100.0%)1,000.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)271.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Jara

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Jara
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in La Jara

Income Overview in La Jara

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income361$16,521
Median Family Income104$0
Mean Family Income104$46,734
Median Household Income168$0
Mean Household Income168$39,277
Income Deficit104$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3610.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)361100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3610.50

Earnings by Sex in La Jara

Earnings by Sex in La Jara
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male55 (74.3%)$42,852
Female19 (25.7%)$0
Total74 (100.0%)$43,186

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Jara

The most common earnings brackets in La Jara are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (32 | 58.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (19 | 100.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Jara
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9991 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99932 (58.2%)19 (100.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Jara

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Jara
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$43,359$0

Family Income in La Jara

Family Income Brackets in La Jara

According to the La Jara family income data, there are 43 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 41.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in La Jara
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001615.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991716.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991514.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991312.5%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,9994341.3%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Jara

Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Jara
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families43 (41.3%)$0
3-Person Families16 (15.4%)$0
4-Person Families45 (43.3%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total104 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Jara

Family Income by Number of Earners in La Jara
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners59 (56.7%)$14,485
1 Earner13 (12.5%)$0
2 Earners32 (30.8%)$0
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total104 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in La Jara

Household Income Brackets in La Jara

With 58 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in La Jara, accounting for 34.5% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in La Jara
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004728.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992615.5%
$15,000 to $24,999158.9%
$25,000 to $34,999148.3%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99984.8%
$75,000 to $99,9995834.5%
$100,000 to $149,99900.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in La Jara

Household Income by Householder Age in La Jara
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (7.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years79 (47.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years10 (5.9%)$0
65+ Years66 (39.3%)$0
Total168 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in La Jara

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Jara

With 43.6% poverty level for males and 24.6% for females among the residents of La Jara, 6 to 11 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (100.0%) and 16 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Jara
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years57 (64.0%)16 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (42.5%)17 (38.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total99 (43.6%)33 (24.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Jara

According to the poverty statistics in La Jara, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Jara
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years32 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years1 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (57.5%)27 (61.4%)
75 Years and over26 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total128 (56.4%)101 (75.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Jara

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in La Jara show that 31.7% or 33 of the total 104 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 39.5%, comprising of 17 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 26.2%, which includes 16 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Jara
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children26 (60.5%)17 (39.5%)
1 or 2 Children45 (73.8%)16 (26.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (68.3%)33 (31.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Jara

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Jara
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Jara

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Jara
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children17 (39.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (26.2%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in La Jara

Employment by Class of Employer in La Jara

Among the 65 employed individuals in La Jara, private company employees (52 | 80.0%), and local government employees (13 | 20.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in La Jara
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5280.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees1320.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total65100.0%

Employment Status by Age in La Jara

According to the labor force statistics for La Jara, out of the total population over 16 years of age (282), 26.2% or 74 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.2% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 100.0% or 19 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 90.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in La Jara
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years13 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years32 (43.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (100.0%)9 (90.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74 (26.2%)9 (12.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Jara

According to labor force statistics for La Jara, 45.5% of individuals (61) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (134) are in the labor force, with 14.8% or 9 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 100.0% or 1 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Jara
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9 (11.0%)82 (100.0%)
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (45.5%)20 (14.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in La Jara

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Jara are Community & Social Service (51 | 78.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (51 | 78.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in La Jara

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Jara, the most male-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (62.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (62.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (37.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (37.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in La Jara
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Total (Overall)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Services Occupations

Services Occupations in La Jara

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in La Jara
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in La Jara are , and Sales & Related (1 | 1.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in La Jara

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in La Jara
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in La Jara are , and Construction & Extraction (13 | 20.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in La Jara

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in La Jara
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in La Jara

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in La Jara
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in La Jara

Employment Industries in La Jara

The major employment industries in La Jara include Educational Services (51 | 78.5%), Construction (13 | 20.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (1 | 1.5%).
Employment Industries in La Jara

Employment Industries by Sex in La Jara

Employment Industries by Sex in La Jara
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)

Education in La Jara

School Enrollment in La Jara

The most common levels of schooling among the 54 students in La Jara are elementary school (34 | 63.0%), and middle school (20 | 37.0%).
School Enrollment in La Jara
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School3463.0%
Middle School2037.0%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total54100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Jara

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Jara
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Jara

Education (51 | 53.7%), literature & languages (18 | 19.0%), business (17 | 17.9%), and science & technology (9 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 95 individuals in La Jara who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Jara
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology99.5%
Business1717.9%
Education5153.7%
Literature & Languages1819.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total95100.0%

Transportation & Commute in La Jara

Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Jara

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Jara are males with 2 vehicles (32, accounting for 69.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (19, making up 168.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Jara
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle1 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles32 (69.6%)19 (100.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles13 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Commute Time in La Jara

The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Jara are 25 to 29 minutes (51 commuters, 78.5%), 20 to 24 minutes (13 commuters, 20.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1 commuters, 1.5%).
Commute Time in La Jara
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes11.5%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1320.0%
25 to 29 Minutes5178.5%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in La Jara

The most common commute times in La Jara are 25 to 29 minutes (32 commuters, 69.6%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (19 commuters, 100.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in La Jara
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes1 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes13 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes32 (69.6%)19 (100.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Jara

The most frequent times of departure to work in La Jara are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (32, 69.6%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (19, 100.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Jara
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM32 (69.6%)19 (100.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM13 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in La Jara

Occupancy by Ownership in La Jara

Of the total 168 dwellings in La Jara, owner-occupied units account for 80 (47.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 88 (52.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in La Jara
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8047.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8852.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units168100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in La Jara

Occupancy by Household Size in La Jara
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4929.2%
2-Person Household5834.5%
3-Person Household169.5%
4+ Person Household4526.8%
Total Housing Units168100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Jara

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Jara
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household9 (18.4%)40 (81.6%)
2-Person Household58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
4+ Person Household13 (28.9%)32 (71.1%)
Total Housing Units80 (47.6%)88 (52.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Jara

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Jara
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School15 (21.1%)56 (78.9%)
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (34.7%)32 (65.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Jara

Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Jara
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9254.8%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years00.0%
55 to 64 Years105.9%
65 to 74 Years4023.8%
75 to 84 Years116.6%
85 Years and Over158.9%
Total168100.0%

Housing Finances in La Jara

Median Income by Occupancy in La Jara

Median Income by Occupancy in La Jara
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied80 (47.6%)$0
Renter-Occupied88 (52.4%)$0
Average168 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Jara

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Jara
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)47 (53.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (21.2%)9 (10.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99915 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (32.5%)32 (36.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Jara

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Jara
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30023 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49929 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)25 (28.4%)
$800 to $99915 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49913 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in La Jara

Housing Structures in La Jara

Housing Structures in La Jara
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11166.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other5733.9%
Total168100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Jara

Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Jara
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached39 (35.1%)72 (64.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (71.9%)16 (28.1%)
Total80 (47.6%)88 (52.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Jara

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Jara
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms49 (61.3%)40 (45.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms30 (37.5%)16 (18.2%)
8 or more Rooms1 (1.3%)32 (36.4%)
Total80 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Jara

Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Jara
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas17 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)48 (54.5%)
Electricity16 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels47 (58.8%)40 (45.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in La Jara

Household Vehicle Usage in La Jara
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle15 (18.8%)31 (35.2%)
1 Vehicle9 (11.3%)9 (10.2%)
2 Vehicles15 (18.8%)48 (54.5%)
3 or more Vehicles41 (51.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (100.0%)88 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in La Jara

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Jara

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5228
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$314$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Jara

Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Jara
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00028 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99915 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9991 (1.9%)28 (100.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9998 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Jara

Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Jara
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)13 (46.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)15 (53.6%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Jara

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Jara
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x28 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more24 (46.2%)15 (53.6%)
Total52 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Jara

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Jara
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80036 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (30.8%)28 (100.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in La Jara

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Jara

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Jara
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (99.7%)1 (0.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Jara

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Jara
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Jara

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Jara
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99951 (98.1%)1 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Jara

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Jara
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years16 (29.6%)38 (70.4%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years73 (69.5%)32 (30.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years9 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years84 (100.0%)43 (51.2%)
75 Years and over38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total220 (60.9%)183 (50.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Jara

Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Jara
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years31 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (57.7%)12 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Jara

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in La Jara: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years31 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years17 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in La Jara: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years31 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in La Jara: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (57.7%)12 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in La Jara: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (57.7%)12 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in La Jara: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in La Jara

Computing Device Access in La Jara

Computing Device Access in La Jara
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8651.2%
Smartphone14485.7%
Tablet7142.3%
No Computing Device158.9%
Total168100.0%

Internet Access in La Jara

Internet Access in La Jara
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home00.0%
Cellular Data Only3319.6%
Satellite Internet4728.0%
No Internet7142.3%
Total168100.0%

La Jara Summary

La Jara, New Mexico is a small town located in the northern part of the state, in the San Juan Basin. It is situated in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by the Chama River Valley. The town was founded in 1876, and is the oldest settlement in the area.

Geography

La Jara is located in the northern part of New Mexico, in the San Juan Basin. It is situated in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by the Chama River Valley. The town is located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, and has a total area of 0.7 square miles. The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of La Jara is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including alfalfa, corn, wheat, and hay. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a gas station. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, La Jara had a population of 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 75.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 21.7% from other races. The median household income was $25,938, and the median family income was $30,625.

History

La Jara was founded in 1876 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Chama. The town was named after the nearby La Jara Creek, which was named after the Spanish word for “hollow”. The town quickly grew, and by the early 1900s it had become a thriving agricultural center. The town was also home to several businesses, including a hotel, a general store, and a post office.
In the early 20th century, La Jara was a popular destination for tourists, who came to enjoy the natural beauty of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The town also became a popular stop for travelers on the Santa Fe Trail. In the 1950s, the town began to decline, as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities.
Today, La Jara is a small, quiet town. It is still home to several farms, and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a gas station.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of La Jara?
Total Population of La Jara is 361.
What is the Total Male Population of La Jara?
Total Male Population of La Jara is 227.
What is the Total Female Population of La Jara?
Total Female Population of La Jara is 134.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Jara?
There are 169.40 Males per 100 Females in La Jara.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Jara?
There are 59.03 Females per 100 Males in La Jara.
What is the Median Population Age in La Jara?
Median Population Age in La Jara is 32.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Jara
Average Family Size in La Jara is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Jara
Average Household Size in La Jara is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Jara?
Per Capita income in La Jara is $16,521.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Jara?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Jara is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Jara?
There are 74 People in the Labor Forcein in La Jara.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Jara?
26.2% of People are in the Labor Force in La Jara.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Jara?
Unemployment Rate in La Jara is 12.2%.