Bent
6.0
High score (8-10)
La Junta sits on the Arkansas River and has the Koshare Indian Museum and Bent's Old Fort nearby — there's some outdoor and historical tourism that passes through. The surrounding landscape along the Comanche National Grassland has genuine wild emptiness if that's what you're after.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
La Junta peaked as a Santa Fe Railway hub and has been declining since the mid-20th century. The population is around 6,500 and the social scene runs entirely on local family and church networks built over decades. An outsider has no natural entry point.
Lower score (below 6)
Under 5,500 people in the county, declining economy, correctional facility as one of the main employers. The social fabric is tight-knit in the way that poverty and geographic isolation produce — closed, not welcoming to strangers. Drive US-50 and keep moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Bent, Colorado?
$98k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Bent, Colorado?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in Bent, Colorado?
41% men have degree
What's the average male height in Bent, Colorado?
178 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Bent, Colorado?
Local women avg 30.0