Alamosa is a desert city that sits more than a mile above the San Luis Valley in southwestern Colorado.

Alamosa

Alamosa is a desert city that sits more than a mile above the San Luis Valley in southwestern Colorado.

Alamosa is a city located in Alamosa County, Colorado. The city has an area of approximately 5.5 square miles and a population of around 9,900 people, according to the most recent US Census Bureau estimates.

Adam State University dominates higher education in Alamosa. The top hospitals in the area include [San Luis Valley Health] and the [Rio Grande Hospital].

Alamosa’s major industries include agriculture, education, healthcare, and government services. The cost of living in Alamosa is considered to be relatively affordable compared to other areas in Colorado, with a cost of living index slightly below the national average. The median household income in Alamosa is around $37,000 per year.

In terms of demographics, Alamosa has a diverse population with a significant Hispanic or Latino population making up around 50% of the total population. The city also has a significant Native American population, with the nearby Navajo and Jicarilla Apache reservations contributing to the area’s cultural diversity.