Demographic Profile

Yavapai County

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Snapshot

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Total Population
237,830
CAGR (2011-2025)
1.07 %
Median Age
54.5 y.o.
Age 65+ (%)
32.7 %
Median Income
$ -
Unemployment Rate (July 2024)
- %

Population & Households

Population & Household section gives reader an outlook. of general population profile, structure, and outlook.

Population Trend

Yavapai County, AZ, exhibits a population growth rate of 1.7% over the past year, slightly below the state average of 1.3%. With a median age of 54.5, it has one of the oldest populations in Arizona, significantly higher than the state median of 38.4. The county's age dependency ratio of 94.2 indicates a high proportion of dependents, particularly with 32.7% of residents aged 65 and older. In comparison, counties like Maricopa and Pinal have younger populations and lower dependency ratios, highlighting Yavapai's unique demographic challenges and potential needs for senior services.
Total Population
237,830
Sex Ratio
97.4 %
Population Growth (2021-2022)
1.7 %
Population CAGR (2010-2022)
1.07 %
Population Growth Rate (%)
Source: Census.gov

Age Structure

Dependency Rate
94.2 %
Median Age
54.5 y.o.
% of Population > 65 y.o.
32.7 %
Active Aging Index
255.3 %
Old Dependency Rate
63.5 %
Young Dependency Rate
30.7 %
Age Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Population Structure
Source: Census.gov

Household Status

Yavapai County, AZ, with a total of 106,542 households, exhibits a unique demographic profile compared to other counties in Arizona. The county has a higher percentage of households with elderly residents (51.2%) than the state average (33.3%), indicating a significant aging population. In contrast, only 18.4% of households include children, which is lower than the state average of 30.1%. The average household size in Yavapai is 2.19, smaller than the state average of 2.56, suggesting a trend towards smaller family units. With a household growth rate of 2.51%, Yavapai is experiencing moderate growth, slightly below the state’s 2.07%. This demographic trend positions Yavapai as a county with a distinct focus on elder care and smaller households, contrasting with more populous counties like Maricopa and Pima.
Total Households
106,542
Married-couple Household
52,304
Household CAGR (2010-2022)
1.5 %
Household Growth (2021-2022)
2.51 %
Average Household Size
2.19 p
Average Family Size
2.69 p
Household with Children (%)
18.4 %
Household with Elder 65+ (%)
51.2 %
Household Size
Source: Census.gov
Household Structure
Source: Census.gov

Marriage

Never Married
22.6 %
Now Married
54.3 %
Widowed
8 %
Divorced
15.1 %
Marriage Status
Source: Census.gov
Marriage Status Breakdown
Source: Census.gov | S1201

Cultures

*Culture section contains several components: races, education, marriage and other factors.

Racial Profiiles

Yavapai County, AZ, exhibits a notably high single race percentage of 92%, indicating a predominantly homogeneous population compared to the national average of 91.2% and Arizona's 86.6%. The Hispanic population stands at 15.2%, lower than the state average of 32% and significantly less than counties like Pima (38.1%). The county's racial composition reveals 84.5% White, with minimal representation from Black (0.6%) and Asian (1%) communities. This demographic profile suggests Yavapai County is less diverse than both state and national averages, reflecting unique regional characteristics that may influence local culture and economic dynamics.
One Race
92 %
Two or More Races
8 %
Non-White
15.5 %
Hispanic (Overlapping)
15.2 %
White
201,005
Black
1,543
Asian
2,480
Native American
3,296
Race Structure (%)
Source: Census.gov
Racial Profile Breakdown
Source: Census.gov

Place of Birth

Yavapai County, AZ, exhibits a notably high percentage of U.S.-born residents at 93.2%, surpassing both the state average of 87% and the national average of 86.3%. However, it has a lower percentage of foreign-born individuals (6.8%) compared to the state (13%) and national levels (13.7%). A significant portion of Yavapai's population (61.2%) was not born in the state, indicating a trend of migration from other states. The county's foreign-born population primarily originates from South America (8802), reflecting unique demographic characteristics compared to other Arizona counties.
Native US Citizen
201,005
Native US Citizen (%)
15.5 %
Born in Arizona (%)
31 %
Born in Other State (%)
61.2 %
Foreign Born (%)
6.8 %
Naturalized (% of Foreign Born)
52.5 %
Place of Birth Changes (2010-2022)
Source: Census.gov
Birthplace Breakdown (Outside of US)
Source: Census.gov

Migration

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Migration Inflow (% of Population)
13.8 %
From Different County (% of Inflow)
41.6 %
From Different State (% of Inflow)
56.3 %
From Different Country (% of Inflow)
2.1 %
%
Source: Census.gov

Religion

Number of Congregations
266
Number of Adherents
98,175
Adherents (% of Total Population)
41.3 %
Christian (% of Total Population)
31.7 %
Religion Breakdown
Source: Census.gov

Education Attainment

Yavapai County, AZ, shows a notable increase in educational attainment, with 28.7% of residents aged 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree, up from 24.2% a decade ago. However, this figure is below the state average of 31.8% and significantly lower than Maricopa County's 35%. The median earnings for Yavapai residents stand at $39,581, which is lower than the state median of $46,574 and the national median of $48,747. Additionally, 43% of degree holders in Yavapai are enrolled in STEM fields, indicating a commitment to higher education, though still trailing behind some neighboring counties.
Number of Bachelor's Degree Holders
52,907
Bachelor's Degree Attainment Rate
28.7 %
Median Income (25y+)
$ 39,581
Median Income, High School Grads
$ 35,065
Median Income College Grads
$ 46,341
Median Income Graduate/Professional
$ 65,830
Bachelor's Degree STEM %
43 %
Bachelor's Degree Business %
17.3 %
Bachelor Degree Distribution
Source: Census.gov
Higher Education Attainment %
Source: Census.gov
Higher Education Breakdown
Source: Census.gov

Income

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Household Income (Mean)
$ 62,430
Household Income (Median)
$ 83,305
Per Capita Income
$ 37,666
Per Capita Income Growth (2013-2022)
47.6 %
Gini Index
0.4482*
Poverty Rate
12.3 %
Per Capita Income
Source: Census.gov | B19301
Income Distribution by Household
Source: Census.gov