The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, La Plata county is rated a 6. The average temperature during the month of June is 67.5℉ and the average temperature in January is 25.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 21% and the area covered by water is 0.46%. The overall influence score for La Plata is 7.
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La Plata County is located in southwestern Colorado and is home to an estimated 55,723 people. The population is predominantly White (77.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.3%), American Indian (2.4%), and other races (1.0%). The median household income is $51,293, and the median home value is $277,800.
The county covers an area of 2,719 square miles, making it the sixth-largest county in Colorado by area. The county seat is Durango, with a population of 18,700. La Plata County has a variety of different types of terrain and climates, ranging from high desert to alpine forests. The climate is mild and semi-arid, with average temperatures ranging from lows in the teens in winter to highs in the 90s in summer.
The majority of residents live in urban areas such as Durango and Bayfield, while rural areas are mostly sparsely populated. The county also contains several Native American reservations and tribal lands, including the Southern Ute Indian Reservation and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe Reservation.
The economy of La Plata County is mainly based on industries such as tourism, agriculture, mining, and energy production. Durango is a popular tourist destination for outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, and hiking. Agriculture is also important to the local economy, with the production of beef cattle, hay, and wheat being major commodities.
USDA Rural Development staff are dedicated to assisting rural Colorado communities through housing, business, and community programs. Their mission is to increase economic opportunity and improve the quality of life for all rural Americans.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Colorado
Colorado Rural Development has a state office located in Denver and six field offices located in Alamosa, Cortez, Craig, Delta, Las Animas and Wray.
USDA Rural Development
Denver Federal Center
PO Box 25426
Building 56, Room E-2300
Denver, CO 80225
Phone: (720) 544-2903
Toll Free: (800) 424-6214