Social Structure
Little is known about the structure of La Venta society or about the Olmec state. From the size and diversity of La Venta, it is assumed that the society consisted of an elite class, a class of artisans, and a large pool of laborers and farmers who supported these classes.
It has been estimated that La Venta would need to be supported by a population of at least 18,000 people during its principal occupation.
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