Median Income
$68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$317,900
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,688
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
21.5%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.0%
76% lower than US avg
How Yampa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population342
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density1,368/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$49,388
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$2,961M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$317,900
Rent$1,688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$440,754
Health
Obesity21.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.2%
Climate
Avg Temp40°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation7,878 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 35% / D 62%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4
Is Yampa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Yampa receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Yampa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Yampa is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Yampa is $317,900, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,688 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Yampa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches, including 131.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Yampa has a population of 342 with a density of 1,368 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.6%), with 5.8% Hispanic.
Population
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Yampa is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,750 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $49,388 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,159 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $172,644 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
| 76% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,126 |
| County GDP | $2,961M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 171 |
| Healthcare | 156 |
| Retail | 193 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,467 |
| 85% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 28.8% |
The median home value in Yampa is $317,900, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,688 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $440,754.
Home Values
| Census Median | $317,900 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $440,754 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,688 |
| 45% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,467 |
| 85% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.03% |
In Yampa, 21.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 12.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Yampa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 21.5% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 22.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 3.8% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.3% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 9.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,045/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 156 |
Crime Rates: Yampa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Yampa has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 40.2°F |
| 26% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 16.9 inches |
| 55% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 131.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,878 ft (2,401 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,368/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1530°N, 106.9085°W |
| County FIPS | 08107 |