The mission of Rocky Ford Growth and Progress, Inc. is to nurture economic development growth and progress that represents the people and the community of Rocky Ford by actively pursuing opportunities to support a positive business environment.

Economic Facts about Rocky Ford:

Otero County Labor Force
(Information from Colorado Workforce Center)
June 2006
Employment: 9,002
Unemployment: 722
Total Labor Force: 9,724

Housing:
There are many houses available in our area for rent or purchase. They range in price from approximately $20,000 to $300,000. Rent ranges from $200 to $800 per month.

Rocky Ford Statistics:

Zip Code: 81067
County: Otero

Races in Rocky Ford:
Hispanic: 57.1%
White Non-Hispanic: 40.3%
Other Race: 21.9%
Two or More Races: 3.0%
American Indian: 2.4%

Median Resident Age: 36.9 years
Median Household Income: $23,359
Median House Value: $60,000