Yuma County, Arizona Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 6th-largest in Arizona
The population of Yuma County, Arizona is 207,685 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 6th-largest county in Arizona. The median household income is $60,417, the median home value is $195,700, and the median age is 35.8.
The population of Yuma County has grown 11.7% since 2010 (197,148 → 220,310), a +0.80% annualized rate.
207,685
Population
+0.80%
Annual growth
38
People / sq mi
$60,417
Median Income
$195,700
Median Home Value
Yuma County covers 5,514 sq mi of land at 37.7 people per square mile.
About Yuma County, AZ
Yuma County skews on age — the median resident is 35.8, younger than the national median. With 207,685 residents, Yuma County is a county in Arizona. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in Arizona in the country, at #6 by population.
Median household income is $60,417, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.8% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $195,700, with typical rent around $983.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. About 6.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Yuma County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Yuma County had a population of 197,148 in 2010 and 220,310 in 2024, a 11.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 220,310 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.81%.
220,310
Population (2024)
197,148
Population (2010)
220,310
Peak (2024)
0.81%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 197,148 |
| 2011 | 202,881 |
| 2012 | 202,520 |
| 2013 | 202,447 |
| 2014 | 204,064 |
| 2015 | 205,187 |
| 2016 | 207,162 |
| 2017 | 209,244 |
| 2018 | 211,245 |
| 2019 | 214,182 |
| 2020 | 205,665 |
| 2021 | 207,743 |
| 2022 | 209,538 |
| 2023 | 215,448 |
| 2024 | 220,310 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
35.8
Median Age
48.4%
Female
51.6%
Male
20.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.7% · Seniors (65+): 20.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $60,417$-16,455 vs state |
| Mean household income | $77,603 |
| Per-capita income | $28,918 |
| Poverty rate | 13.8%+4.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Yuma County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.4% of workers.
How residents commute
0.7%
Drive alone
1.6%
Carpool
78.4%
Public transit
6.7%
Work from home
20.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$195,700$-163,200 vs state
Median home value
$983
Median rent
70.0%
Homeownership rate
93,924
Total housing units
81.9%
Occupied
18.1%
Vacant
30.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
85.3%
With health insurance
92.9%
With broadband internet
35.9%
Foreign-born
9.5%
Veterans (18+)
13.3%
With a disability
45.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
76.6%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yuma County, Arizona has a population of 207,685 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 6th-largest county in Arizona. Population density is 38 people per square mile.
The population of Yuma County has grown 11.7% since 2010 (197,148 → 220,310), a +0.80% annualized rate.
The median household income in Yuma County, Arizona is $60,417, with mean (average) household income of $77,603 and per-capita income of $28,918. 13.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Yuma County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (48.4%), Hispanic or Latino (3.1%), Black or African American (1.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Yuma County, Arizona is 35.8 years. Residents are 48.4% female and 51.6% male.
The median home value in Yuma County is $195,700 and median monthly rent is $983. 70.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 93,924 total housing units, 18.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Yuma County, Arizona is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.
Phoenix is among the largest cities associated with Yuma County, Arizona, with a population of 1,624,832.
Yuma County, AZ Climate
Yuma County, AZ has an average annual temperature of 22.4°C (72°F) and receives about 111 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.4°C
Avg Temp
111
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 54° | 12 mm |
| February | 15° / 59° | 9 mm |
| March | 17° / 63° | 10 mm |
| April | 21° / 70° | 3 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 1 mm |
| June | 30° / 86° | 1 mm |
| July | 33° / 92° | 10 mm |
| August | 33° / 91° | 14 mm |
| September | 30° / 86° | 18 mm |
| October | 24° / 74° | 11 mm |
| November | 17° / 62° | 9 mm |
| December | 12° / 53° | 13 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Yuma County, AZ
The most comfortable months to visit Yuma County, AZ are typically April, October and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 42°C high). The coldest is December (near 4°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.