Cost of Living in Yuma, AZ
Population: 98,461 • 2026 Data
$62,546
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,085
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$209,100
Median Home Value
-38% vs national
6.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Yuma
The median home value in Yuma, AZ is $209,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,085, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,049.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Yuma, AZ is $62,546. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8%, with a labor force of 46,105 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.