Median Income
$38,889
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$131,100
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Yellville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,239
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
B
Median Income$38,889
Per Capita$24,941
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$774M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,100
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,455
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation624 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+85.9%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Libraries1
Is Yellville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Yellville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Yellville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Yellville is $38,889, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Yellville is $131,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Yellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Yellville has a population of 1,239 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic.
Population
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Yellville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Yellville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Yellville is $38,889, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Yellville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,889 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,941 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $793 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,740 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 310 |
| County GDP | $774M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,275 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.74% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
The median home value in Yellville is $131,100, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,455.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,100 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $211,455 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $791 |
| 32% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,275 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.74% |
In Yellville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Yellville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,365/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Yellville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Yellville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 624 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 500/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2288°N, 92.6861°W |
| County FIPS | 05089 |