The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Las Animas county is rated a 5. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.4℉ and the average temperature in January is 31.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 35% and the area covered by water is 0.06%. The overall influence score for Las Animas is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Las Animas, Colorado with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Las Animas County is located in southeastern Colorado. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county had an estimated population of 15,082 in 2019. The racial makeup of the county was 73.9% White, 0.4% Black or African American, 1.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 21.6% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 43.7% of the population.
The median household income in Las Animas County is $34,820 and the median family income is $41,890. The median age is 34 years old and 25.3% of the population is under 18 years old.
Living conditions in Las Animas County are generally considered to be below average compared to other counties in Colorado due to its low income levels and lack of access to basic services such as healthcare and education. The poverty rate in the county is 28%, with a significant portion of the population living below the poverty line. Housing in the county is also generally older and more affordable than other areas in the state.
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