Yuma Proving Ground, AZ

Arizona · Metropolitan Area

Yuma Proving Ground is a small town in Arizona with a population of 288. Residents earn $71,268 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
288 Population 213/sq mi density
$71,268 Median Income $35,961 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$71,268 median income, 17.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,268
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.7%
139% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.0%
372% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Yuma Proving Ground Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population288
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density213/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,268
Per Capita$35,961
Unemployment17.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,353M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain3.6 in/yr
Elevation236 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Libraries9

Is Yuma Proving Ground a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yuma Proving Ground receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Yuma Proving Ground stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yuma Proving Ground is $71,268, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 17.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Yuma Proving Ground is a highly educated community — 80.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Yuma Proving Ground has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Yuma Proving Ground has a population of 288 with a density of 213 people per square mile. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%).

Population

288
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yuma Proving Ground vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.5%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.5%
68% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yuma Proving Ground vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yuma Proving Ground is $71,268, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Yuma Proving Ground vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,268
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,961
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$53,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.0%
372% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,988
County GDP$11,353M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare417
Retail466
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,473
1% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,473
1% below US avg
In Yuma Proving Ground, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yuma Proving Ground vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death9,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities417

Crime Rates: Yuma Proving Ground vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Yuma Proving Ground has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.6 inches
91% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates32.8652°N, 114.4369°W
County FIPS04027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 80.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (139% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.4-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+80.7%
139% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density213/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities417
Restaurants371
Retail Stores466

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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