La Plata County is home to 7,436 Colorado residents. Over the past ten years, the county has seen a drop in growth of -590.34%, ranking it #2,865 in the US and #52 in Colorado for population growth.
Based on the counties residents and economy, La Plata County, CO is Not great for retirees and Not ideal for families.
When considering schools and educational attainment, 88.3% of residents over 25 years of age graduated high school and 36% completed their bachelor’s degree or higher. The majority of students in La Plata County attend public school.
If diversity is essential, La Plata County received a C grade in diversity.