81050 Zip Code, La Junta

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in La Junta

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 121 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 81050 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 81050 in La Junta, CO has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in La Junta.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 116).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 116 (16% above avg)

81050 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and La Junta city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
143 +43% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
122 +22% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

81050 Crime Map

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81050 Demographics & Context

Population
10,709
Median Income
$50,498
Home Value
$174,028
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
21/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.1%
Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

55%
45%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.8%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 41.4%
Asian 1%
81050 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 81050, La Junta?

Zip code 81050 in La Junta, CO has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 81050 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in La Junta.

Is Zip code 81050 a safe neighborhood in La Junta?

Zip code 81050 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in La Junta, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in La Junta.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 81050?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 81050 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 81050?

Zip code 81050 has a population of approximately 10,709. The median household income is $50,498. The median home value is $174,028. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 81050 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 81050's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within La Junta, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.