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Yuma County, Arizona
Yuma County, Arizona. Yuma County had 224,449 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 9.5% since 2020, faster than Arizona (+6.5%). It holds 21 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs and 17 census-designated) and 67 census tracts. GEOID 04027.
Yuma County is the county of the Yuma, AZ metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
224,449
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 203,881 · ACS 2020-2024: 211,741
Median household income
$62,876
±$2,259 (90% margin)
Arizona: $79,964
Median home value
$217,800
±$5,202 (90% margin)
Arizona: $394,500
Median gross rent
$993
±$36 (90% margin)
Arizona: $1,543
How many people live in Yuma County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 203,881 residents in Yuma County. The Census Bureau estimates 224,449 for July 1, 2025, up 9.5% since 2020, faster than Arizona (+6.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 211,741 over 5,514 square miles of land.
| Measure | Yuma County | Arizona | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 211,741 | 7,378,838 | +2,273 |
| Households | 79,341±862 | 2,856,081 | +6,243 |
| Average household size | 2.57±0.03 | 2.53 | −0.22 |
| Housing units | 95,200±127 | 3,192,839 | +2,575 |
Yuma County's population since 2000
From 160,026 in 2000 to 224,449 in 2025: up 40.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Yuma County?
Yuma County holds 21 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 17 census-designated places. The largest is Yuma with 105,227 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Yuma | 95,548 | $65,482 |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis | 35,257 | $59,400 |
| Fortuna Foothills | 27,776 | $60,474 |
| Somerton | 14,197 | $74,015 |
| Avenue B and C | 4,101 | $44,240 |
| Wellton | 2,375 | $58,470 |
| Donovan EstatesGEOID 0419790 | 1,295 | $38,542 |
| Rancho Mesa VerdeGEOID 0458870 | 571 | not published |
| GadsdenGEOID 0426070 | 571 | $43,535 |
| Orange Grove Mobile ManorGEOID 0451465 | 495 | not published |
| TacnaGEOID 0471790 | 425 | $35,625 |
| El Prado EstatesGEOID 0422400 | 320 | $46,075 |
| Yuma Proving GroundGEOID 0485680 | 313 | $72,712 |
| Wall LaneGEOID 0480790 | 262 | $81,750 |
| DatelandGEOID 0418160 | 257 | $43,011 |
| DrysdaleGEOID 0420570 | 225 | $28,000 |
| Wellton HillsGEOID 0481490 | 167 | $60,875 |
| Padre RanchitosGEOID 0451800 | 133 | not published |
| Martinez LakeGEOID 0444830 | 94 | $84,000 |
| BuckshotGEOID 0408020 | 70 | not published |
| AztecGEOID 0404930 | 2 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Yuma County?
The median resident of Yuma County is 36.1 years old; 24.6% are under 18 and 20.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 64.9%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 29.0%. 25.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Yuma County | Arizona | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 36.1±0.3 | 39.0 | +1.5 |
| Under 18 years | 24.6%±0.1 pts | 21.6% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.7%±0.1 pts | 18.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 64.9% | 31.4% | +1.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 29.0%±0.2 pts | 52.6% | −2.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.5%±0.2 pts | 4.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.0%±0.1 pts | 3.5% | −0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.3%±0.2 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 25.1%±0.8 pts | 13.0% | −1.2 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 55.5%±0.8 pts | 25.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.3%±0.6 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 13.6%±0.7 pts | 13.8% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.0%±1.2 pts | 10.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 77.5%±1.0 pts | 89.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.8%±1.0 pts | 33.3% | +1.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.1%±0.5 pts | 13.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.1%±0.5 pts | 3.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Yuma County earn?
Half of Yuma County's 79,341 households earn less than $62,876 a year (±$2,259), against $79,964 in Arizona. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,680 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $7,196 after inflation. 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Yuma County | Arizona | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $62,876±$2,259 | $79,964 | +$7,196 |
| Mean household income | $80,974±$2,805 | $108,273 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,204±$996 | $42,503 | +$3,427 |
| People below the poverty line | 15.6%±1.5 pts | 12.5% | −3.8 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.4%±3.2 pts | 16.2% | −8.1 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 18.3%±1.2 pts | 10.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 88.7%±1.1 pts | 91.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Yuma County?
Owners occupy 71.0% of Yuma County's occupied homes and renters 29.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $217,800 by its owner (±$5,202). The median renter pays $993 a month including utilities, and 36.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Yuma County | Arizona | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $217,800±$5,202 | $394,500 | +$60,394 |
| Median gross rent | $993±$36 | $1,543 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 36.8%±3.0 pts | 42.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,334±$35 | $1,803 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.0%±1.5 pts | 67.4% | +3.9 pts |
| Housing units | 95,200±127 | 3,192,839 | +2,575 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.2%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.2%±1.3 pts | 5.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 54.7%±1.3 pts | 64.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 28.6%±1.2 pts | 9.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 2.0%±0.4 pts | 2.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.3%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Yuma County building?
Builders took permits for 1,155 new housing units across Yuma County in 2025 (806 single-family), 5.1 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Yuma County get to work?
77.7% of Yuma County's workers drive alone and 7.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 6.9%.
| Measure | Yuma County | Arizona | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 52.8%±0.8 pts | 60.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 6.9%±0.9 pts | 5.1% | −3.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 77.7%±1.7 pts | 66.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.2%±1.5 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.7%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.3 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.7%±0.8 pts | 18.4% | +5.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.3 min±0.7 | 25.4 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Yuma County's census tracts?
Yuma County is divided into 67 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $37,250 (Tract 1) to $132,778 (Tract 9.08).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Yuma County compare with Arizona's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 6th of 15 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 2nd of 15 |
| Residents per square mile | 5th of 15 |
| Median household income | 8th of 15 |
| Median home value | 10th of 15 |
| Median gross rent | 9th of 15 |
| Poverty rate | 9th of 15 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11th of 15 |
| Median age | 13th of 15 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Yuma County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.