Living in Yuma County, Arizona

Yuma County is a county in Arizona with a population of around 204,275, part of the Yuma, AZ MSA metro area. The main communities are Yuma, San Luis, Somerton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,462/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $269K. The county has a relatively high unemployment rate at 9.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 68°F) and extreme summer heat (highs around 101°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has earthquake risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Yuma County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 35 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.