Yellville, AR

Arkansas

Yellville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 1,239. Residents earn $38,889 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,239 Population 500/sq mi density
$38,889 Median Income $24,941 per capita
$131,100 Home Value $211,455 Zillow
$791 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$38,889 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$131,100 home value, $791/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

1,239
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Yellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied69.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
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

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation624 ft (190 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates36.2288°N, 92.6861°W
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+85.9%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

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