La Jara, NM is a small town in the southwestern state of New Mexico. With a population of only 290 people, it is one of the smallest towns in the US. The population density is 8 people per square mile, much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its size, La Jara offers plenty of activities for year-round fun. Some popular local businesses include Mariposa Dairy, a family owned dairy farm providing delicious local milk and cheese products; Skyhawk Outdoors, an outdoor store with everything you need for camping and fishing trips; and La Jara Hometown Pizza & Grill, serving up tasty pizzas and other homemade favorites.
When the weather permits, you can enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing in nearby Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge or hiking around La Jara Mesa Nature Preserve. Other activities to check out include attending events hosted by local organizations like The La Jara Lions Club or enjoying sports at La Jara’s public sports complex. If you’re looking for more serious competition, locals come together to cheer on their teams at Conejos County High School's football games and more. No matter what interests you have in La Jara there's something for everyone to enjoy!
The population in La Jara is 290. There are 20 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in La Jara is 32.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in La Jara is 1.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in La Jara
- 63.1% are married
- 10.3% are divorced
- 0.0% are married with children
- 0.0% have children, but are single
Race in La Jara
- 14.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 20.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 66.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander