Home Value $102,800

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.1%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Yancey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population221

Median Age58.1 yrs

Density44/mi²

Male / Female77% / 24%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$45,189

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,585M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$102,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$292,788

Housing Units93

Rent Burden30.1%

Health

Obesity40.1%

Uninsured25.7%

Smoking11.6%

Depression20.5%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain30.8 in/yr

Sunny Days300/yr

Elevation690 ft (210 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+82.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute27 min

Broadband78.0%

Libraries4

Is Yancey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yancey receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Yancey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yancey is $102,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Yancey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Yancey has a population of 221 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

221

Total Population

People / sq mi

58.1yrs

Median Age

49% above US avg

5.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.5%

Female 23.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Yancey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	49.8%
	37% below US avg
Spanish	50.2%
	275% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yancey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yancey is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Yancey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$45,189
Avg Weekly Wage	$947
IRS Avg AGI	$73,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	898
County GDP	$1,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants	90
Healthcare	70
Retail	115
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,107
	132% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Yancey is $102,800, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,788.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$102,800
	64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$292,788

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	93
Median Year Built	1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,107
	132% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.89%

In Yancey, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.6% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yancey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.1%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	13.1%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.6%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	4.6%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	31.2%
Depression	20.5%
Mental Distress	16.5%
Physical Distress	13.6%
Short Sleep	36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.8%
Uninsured	25.7%
	199% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	58.4%
Premature Death	8,770/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	65.3%
Healthcare Facilities	70

Yancey has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	69.6°F
	29% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.8 inches
	19% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	690 ft (210 m)
Area	5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density	44/sq mi
Coordinates	29.1471°N, 99.1426°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48325

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%

D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 42.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	82.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	44/sq mi
Total Area	5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	70
Restaurants	90
Retail Stores	115

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Yancey, TX

How Yancey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Yancey a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Yancey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Yancey vs U.S. Average

Income: Yancey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Yancey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities