Living in Otero County, Colorado

Otero County is a county in Colorado with a population of around 18,343. The main communities are Timpas, La Junta, Rocky Ford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,415/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $155K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 89°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Otero County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.