La Jara
Census-designated place in Sandoval County, New Mexico
La Jara is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sandoval County, New Mexico, with 177 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 7,129 ft (2,173 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Regina, 6.2 miles N.
- 177residents (2020 Census)
- 7,129 ftelevation · 2,173 m
- 14.3 sq miland area · 36.9 km²
- 12 / sq mipopulation density
- 87027ZIP code
About La Jara
La Jara is a census-designated place (CDP) in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, La Jara had a population of 177. It is part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area .
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Living in La Jara
- Median household income
- $16,049
- Median home value
- $13,400
- Median age
- 68
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La Jara had 177 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 177 |
|---|---|
| Density | 12 per sq mi (5 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
La Jara at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Sandoval County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 177 (2020) |
| Land area | 14.25 sq mi (36.9 km²) |
| Elevation | 7,129 ft (2,173 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.1055° N, 106.9419° W |
| ZIP code | 87027 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3537490 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near La Jara
- Regina6.2 mi N
- Cuba6.4 mi S
- Gallina10.9 mi NE
- Lindrith15.5 mi N
- Coyote18.9 mi E
- Youngsville21.8 mi E
- La Cueva23.1 mi SE
- Ojo Encino24.9 mi SW
- Torreon26.4 mi SW
- Jemez Springs26.9 mi SE
- San Luis28.5 mi S
- Cañones29.6 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about La Jara
What county is La Jara in?
La Jara is in Sandoval County, New Mexico.
What is the population of La Jara, NM?
177 people lived in La Jara at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of La Jara, NM?
The ZIP code of La Jara is 87027.
What is the elevation of La Jara?
7,129 feet (2,173 m) above sea level.
What towns are near La Jara?
Regina (6.2 mi), Cuba (6.4 mi), Gallina (10.9 mi), Lindrith (15.5 mi), Coyote (18.9 mi).
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