Median Income
$12,107
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
55.4%
73% higher than US avg
Unemployment
17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
53.8%
334% higher than US avg
How Yellow Bluff Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population144
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans3.0%
Economy
F
Median Income$12,107
Per Capita$14,801
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty53.8%
County GDP$473M
Commute21 min
Housing
F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity55.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation90 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+71.1%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 34% / D 66%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3
Is Yellow Bluff a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Yellow Bluff receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Yellow Bluff faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Yellow Bluff is $12,107, 84% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 53.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Yellow Bluff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Yellow Bluff has a population of 144 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (97.2%), with 2.8% White.
Population
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Yellow Bluff is $12,107, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 53.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Yellow Bluff vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $12,107 |
| 84% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,801 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,078 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,140 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.9% |
| 397% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 53.8% |
| 334% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 324 |
| County GDP | $473M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,867 |
| 47% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $755 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,867 |
| 47% below US avg |
In Yellow Bluff, 55.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 55.4% |
| 73% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 54.3% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 6.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 9.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.4% |
| Depression | 20.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.0% |
| Premature Death | 19,439/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Yellow Bluff vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Yellow Bluff has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 90 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9623°N, 87.4774°W |
| County FIPS | 01131 |