Yuma, AZ Census Data
The 14th largest city in Arizona by population · 23 cities ranked
Yuma is the 14th largest city in Arizona by population and ranks 22nd of 23 for median household income. With 98,461 residents, its poverty rate of 15.3% ranks among the higher rates in Arizona. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
98,461
51.8% male · 48.2% female
Median Age
32.1
6.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$62,546
$15,992 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
20.5%
14.5% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 83.6%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
2.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 12.5%
Broadband Access
94.2%
4.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$209,100
Median rent: $1,085 · 65% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.5%
Labor force participation: 51.5%
Per Capita Income
$36,733
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
10.9%
Disability rate: 12.9%
How Yuma Compares to Other Arizona Cities
Rankings among all 23 Arizona cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 14th of 23 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 22nd of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 22nd of 23 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 23rd of 23 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Yuma, AZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yuma, AZ?
The population of Yuma, AZ is 98,461 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 32.1 years.
What is the median household income in Yuma?
The median household income in Yuma, AZ is $62,546, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,733.
What is the poverty rate in Yuma?
The poverty rate in Yuma, AZ is 15.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 12.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Yuma residents have a college degree?
20.5% of adults (25+) in Yuma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Yuma?
The median home value in Yuma, AZ is $209,100. Median rent is $1,085 per month, with 65% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Yuma?
Yuma's population is 51.2% White, 1.9% Black, 61.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Yuma rank among Arizona cities?
Yuma is the 14th largest city in Arizona by population, the 22nd highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 22nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 23 ranked Arizona cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Yuma?
The unemployment rate in Yuma, AZ is 7.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 51.5%. Per capita income is $36,733.
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