Median Income
$31,875
58% lower than US avg
Home Value
$50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Yucca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population48
Median Age71.7 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female21% / 79%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans55.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$31,875
Per Capita$21,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,482M
Housing
A+
Home Value$50,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,470
Health
Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp68°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Elevation1,820 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+89.6%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband32.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries14
Is Yucca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Yucca receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Yucca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Yucca is $31,875, 58% 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%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Yucca is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Yucca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Yucca has a population of 48 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 71.7 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 8.3% Hispanic.
Population
71.7yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Yucca is $31,875, which is 58% 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.
Income
| Median HH Income | $31,875 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,090 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,517 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,056 |
| County GDP | $9,482M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 451 |
| Healthcare | 515 |
| Retail | 646 |
| Manufacturing | 144 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.81% |
The median home value in Yucca is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,470.
Home Values
| Census Median | $50,000 |
| 82% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $287,470 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $82 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,405 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.81% |
In Yucca, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Yucca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,413/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 515 |
Crime Rates: Yucca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 61 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Yucca has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
90°F Jul (32°C)
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 6.7 inches |
| 82% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,820 ft (555 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8630°N, 114.1461°W |
| County FIPS | 04015 |