Yarnell, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Yarnell is a small town in Arizona with a population of 586. Residents earn $42,057 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
586 Population 66/sq mi density
$42,057 Median Income $33,047 per capita
$230,300 Home Value $276,117 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,057 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$230,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,057
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population586
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,057
Per Capita$33,047
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,137M
Commute11 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$230,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,117

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Elevation4,888 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute11 min
Libraries24

Is Yarnell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yarnell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Yarnell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yarnell is $42,057, 44% below the national average of $75,149. 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 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yarnell is $230,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Yarnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Yarnell has a population of 586 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

586
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Yarnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.0%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yarnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yarnell is $42,057, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. 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 11 minutes.

Income: Yarnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,057
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,047
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$74,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,444
County GDP$12,137M

Business (County)

Restaurants612
Healthcare833
Retail790
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.2 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Yarnell is $230,300, 18% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,117.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,300
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,117
Median List Price$279,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,000
$/Sq Ft$426
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,053
1 Bedroom$1,151
2 Bedrooms$1,419
3 Bedrooms$1,889
4 Bedrooms$2,158

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Yarnell, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death10,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities833

Crime Rates: Yarnell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Yarnell has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average67.2°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.9 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,888 ft (1,490 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates34.2282°N, 112.7629°W
County FIPS04025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities833
Restaurants612
Retail Stores790

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.2 min
Work from Home11.4%

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