Yell County, AR
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Yell County Overview
20,342
TOTAL POPULATION
10,309
MALE POPULATION
10,033
FEMALE POPULATION
102.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.32
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,044
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,475
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,879
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,858
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,323
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Yell County
The most populous races in Yell County are White / Caucasian (15,757 | 77.5%), Hispanic or Latino (4,290 | 21.1%), and Some other Race (3,319 | 16.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 222 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 449 | 2.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4,290 | 21.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 95 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,757 | 77.5% |
| Two or more Races | 500 | 2.5% |
| Some other Race | 3,319 | 16.3% |
| Total | 20,342 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Yell County
The most populous ancestries reported in Yell County are Mexican (2,815 | 13.8%), American (1,630 | 8.0%), German (1,577 | 7.7%), English (1,452 | 7.1%), and Irish (1,380 | 6.8%), together accounting for 43.5% of all Yell County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,630 | 8.0% |
| Apache | 1 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 49 | 0.2% |
| Bangladeshi | 52 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 56 | 0.3% |
| British | 210 | 1.0% |
| Burmese | 26 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 19 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 740 | 3.6% |
| Central American Indian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 158 | 0.8% |
| Chippewa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 46 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 75 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 65 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 34 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 20 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 283 | 1.4% |
| Dutch West Indian | 30 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 34 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,452 | 7.1% |
| European | 121 | 0.6% |
| French | 139 | 0.7% |
| French Canadian | 52 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,577 | 7.7% |
| Greek | 19 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 34 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 27 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,380 | 6.8% |
| Italian | 192 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 50 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 125 | 0.6% |
| Mexican | 2,815 | 13.8% |
| Mongolian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 2 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 115 | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 5 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 18 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 163 | 0.8% |
| Puerto Rican | 460 | 2.3% |
| Romanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 679 | 3.3% |
| Samoan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 45 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 197 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 290 | 1.4% |
| South American | 70 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 2 | 0.0% |
| Swiss | 31 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 30 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 109 | 0.5% | View All 57 Rows |
Immigrants in Yell County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Yell County came from Latin America (1,916 | 9.4%), Central America (1,826 | 9.0%), Mexico (1,341 | 6.6%), El Salvador (427 | 2.1%), and Asia (153 | 0.7%), together accounting for 27.8% of all Yell County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 153 | 0.7% |
| Australia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 17 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 20 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 1,826 | 9.0% |
| Colombia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dominica | 7 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 13 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 427 | 2.1% |
| Europe | 21 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 13 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 58 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 8 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 114 | 0.6% |
| Latin America | 1,916 | 9.4% |
| Malaysia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 1,341 | 6.6% |
| Oceania | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 6 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 20 | 0.1% |
| South America | 70 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 153 | 0.7% |
| Southern Europe | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 13 | 0.1% | View All 24 Rows |
Sex and Age in Yell County
Sex and Age in Yell County
The most populous age groups in Yell County are 55 to 59 Years (926 | 9.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (749 | 7.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 681 (6.6%) | 573 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 819 (7.9%) | 592 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 557 (5.4%) | 741 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 685 (6.6%) | 577 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 645 (6.3%) | 615 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 666 (6.5%) | 565 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 534 (5.2%) | 563 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 798 (7.7%) | 557 (5.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 593 (5.8%) | 645 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 609 (5.9%) | 585 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 631 (6.1%) | 669 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 926 (9.0%) | 749 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 559 (5.4%) | 642 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 421 (4.1%) | 572 (5.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 603 (5.9%) | 448 (4.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 274 (2.7%) | 363 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 61 (0.6%) | 271 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 247 (2.4%) | 306 (3.0%) |
| Total | 10,309 (100.0%) | 10,033 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Yell County
Median Family Size in Yell County
The median family size in Yell County is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,085 | 74.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (468 | 8.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,085 (74.3%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 468 (8.5%) | 2.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 947 (17.2%) | 2.90 |
| Total Families | 5,500 (100.0%) | 3.07 |
Median Household Size in Yell County
The median household size in Yell County is 2.58 persons per household, with married-couple households (4,085 | 52.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (2,251 | 29.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,085 (52.7%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 468 (6.0%) | 2.99 |
| Single Female/Mother | 947 (12.2%) | 3.07 |
| Non-family | 2,251 (29.0%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 7,751 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Yell County
Out of a total of 7,751 households in Yell County, 5,500 (71.0%) are family households, while 2,251 (29.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,387, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,974.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,974 (25.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,387 (30.8%) | 270 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,216 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 805 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 506 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 425 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 161 (2.1%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| Total | 5,500 (71.0%) | 2,251 (29.0%) |
Female Fertility in Yell County
Fertility by Age in Yell County
Average fertility rate in Yell County is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 182.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 318 (97.6%) | 182.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (2.5%) | 4.0 |
| Total | 326 (100.0%) | 77.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Yell County
47.5% of women with births (326) in Yell County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 51.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 155 (48.7%) | 163 (51.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 155 (47.5%) | 171 (52.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Yell County
Average fertility rate in Yell County is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 100.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 43.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 69 (21.2%) | 61.0 |
| High School Diploma | 141 (43.2%) | 100.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 92 (28.2%) | 80.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (3.7%) | 31.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (3.7%) | 95.0 |
| Total | 326 (100.0%) | 77.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Yell County
52.4% of women with births in Yell County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 58 (84.1%) | 11 (15.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 62 (44.0%) | 79 (56.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 23 (25.0%) | 69 (75.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 155 (47.5%) | 171 (52.4%) |
Income in Yell County
Income Overview in Yell County
Per Capita Income in Yell County is $26,044, while median incomes of families and households are $64,475 and $55,879 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 20,342 | $26,044 |
| Median Family Income | 5,500 | $64,475 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,500 | $73,854 |
| Median Household Income | 7,751 | $55,879 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,751 | $66,319 |
| Income Deficit | 5,500 | $10,858 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 20,342 | 32.63% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 20,342 | 67.37¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 20,342 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Yell County
Average Earnings in Yell County are $32,712, $39,808 for men and $26,817 for women, a difference of 32.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,246 (54.3%) | $39,808 |
| Female | 4,422 (45.7%) | $26,817 |
| Total | 9,668 (100.0%) | $32,712 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Yell County
The most common earnings brackets in Yell County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (646 | 12.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (734 | 16.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 288 (5.5%) | 262 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 121 (2.3%) | 127 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 83 (1.6%) | 181 (4.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 29 (0.5%) | 119 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 116 (2.2%) | 200 (4.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 53 (1.0%) | 112 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 80 (1.5%) | 245 (5.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 210 (4.0%) | 224 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 104 (2.0%) | 170 (3.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 258 (4.9%) | 244 (5.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 416 (7.9%) | 734 (16.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 486 (9.3%) | 372 (8.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 405 (7.7%) | 321 (7.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 281 (5.4%) | 219 (5.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 253 (4.8%) | 256 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 269 (5.1%) | 112 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 646 (12.3%) | 295 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 422 (8.0%) | 58 (1.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 374 (7.1%) | 108 (2.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 352 (6.7%) | 63 (1.4%) |
| Total | 5,246 (100.0%) | 4,422 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Yell County
Average earnings in Yell County are $43,463 for men and $28,148 for women, a difference of 35.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,313, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,803. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,366, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,095.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,803 | $27,010 |
| High School Diploma | $45,112 | $27,729 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $45,192 | $25,095 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,200 | $43,399 |
| Graduate Degree | $66,313 | $56,366 |
| Total | $43,463 | $28,148 |
Family Income in Yell County
Family Income Brackets in Yell County
According to the Yell County family income data, there are 1,270 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 72 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 170 | 3.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 72 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 292 | 5.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 610 | 11.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 891 | 16.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,094 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,270 | 23.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 786 | 14.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 176 | 3.2% |
| $200,000+ | 143 | 2.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Yell County
5-person families (492 | 8.9%) account for the highest median family income in Yell County with $87,520 per family, while 2-person families (2,553 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $31,756 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,553 (46.4%) | $63,511 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,248 (22.7%) | $59,900 |
| 4-Person Families | 688 (12.5%) | $64,672 |
| 5-Person Families | 492 (8.9%) | $87,520 |
| 6-Person Families | 417 (7.6%) | $58,692 |
| 7+ Person Families | 102 (1.8%) | $58,077 |
| Total | 5,500 (100.0%) | $64,475 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Yell County
The median family income in Yell County is $64,475, with families comprising 3+ earners (559) having the highest median family income of $109,492, while families with no earners (926) have the lowest median family income of $38,194, accounting for 10.2% and 16.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 926 (16.8%) | $38,194 |
| 1 Earner | 1,919 (34.9%) | $49,219 |
| 2 Earners | 2,096 (38.1%) | $83,529 |
| 3+ Earners | 559 (10.2%) | $109,492 |
| Total | 5,500 (100.0%) | $64,475 |
Household Income in Yell County
Household Income Brackets in Yell County
With 1,442 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Yell County, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 155 households (2.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 442 | 5.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 287 | 3.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 868 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 884 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,062 | 13.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,442 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,442 | 18.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 969 | 12.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 194 | 2.5% |
| $200,000+ | 155 | 2.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Yell County
The median household income in Yell County is $55,879, with the highest median household income of $66,569 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,896 households (37.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,880, with 2,175 households (28.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 264 (3.4%) | $49,565 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,416 (31.2%) | $58,036 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,896 (37.4%) | $66,569 |
| 65+ Years | 2,175 (28.1%) | $42,880 |
| Total | 7,751 (100.0%) | $55,879 |
Poverty in Yell County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Yell County
With 11.3% poverty level for males and 13.6% for females among the residents of Yell County, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 237 males (26.7%) and 141 females (20.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 88 (14.8%) | 69 (12.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (8.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 237 (26.7%) | 141 (20.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 47 (14.5%) | 63 (13.1%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (6.2%) | 2 (3.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 68 (18.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 43 (5.0%) | 83 (10.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 157 (13.2%) | 222 (19.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (8.2%) | 120 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 174 (14.1%) | 160 (12.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 124 (8.4%) | 243 (18.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 104 (10.2%) | 95 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (9.5%) | 60 (7.0%) |
| Total | 1,147 (11.3%) | 1,333 (13.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Yell County
According to the poverty statistics in Yell County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 96.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 508 (85.2%) | 504 (88.0%) |
| 5 Years | 148 (100.0%) | 75 (91.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 652 (73.3%) | 561 (79.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 276 (85.5%) | 418 (86.9%) |
| 15 Years | 75 (93.8%) | 54 (96.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 374 (99.7%) | 295 (81.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 824 (95.0%) | 690 (89.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,032 (86.8%) | 906 (80.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,259 (91.8%) | 1,079 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,056 (85.9%) | 1,086 (87.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,355 (91.6%) | 1,092 (81.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 912 (89.8%) | 896 (90.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 513 (90.5%) | 803 (93.0%) |
| Total | 8,984 (88.7%) | 8,459 (86.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Yell County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Yell County show that 6.0% or 247 of the total 4,085 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 42.9%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.1%, which includes 123 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,284 (94.9%) | 123 (5.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,056 (94.5%) | 62 (5.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 486 (90.2%) | 53 (9.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (57.1%) | 9 (42.9%) |
| Total | 3,838 (94.0%) | 247 (6.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Yell County
According to the poverty data in Yell County, 11.5% or 54 single-father households and 19.3% or 183 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (24.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (71.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 54 (24.0%) | 106 (22.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (71.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 54 (11.5%) | 183 (19.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Yell County
The poverty data for Yell County shows that 247 of the married-couple family households (6.0%) and 237 of the single-parent households (16.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 household (37.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 123 (5.1%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 62 (5.6%) | 160 (22.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 53 (9.8%) | 70 (37.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (42.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 247 (6.0%) | 237 (16.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Yell County
Employment by Class of Employer in Yell County
Among the 8,902 employed individuals in Yell County, private company employees (6,142 | 69.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (684 | 7.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (511 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,142 | 69.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 461 | 5.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 684 | 7.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 511 | 5.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 417 | 4.7% |
| State Government Employees | 439 | 4.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 190 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 58 | 0.6% |
| Total | 8,902 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Yell County
According to the labor force statistics for Yell County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,243), 57.4% or 9,323 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 364 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 80.7% or 885 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 50 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 504 (44.8%) | 50 (10.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 983 (78.0%) | 36 (3.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 895 (72.7%) | 17 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 885 (80.7%) | 19 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,072 (79.9%) | 157 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,718 (68.9%) | 27 (1.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,032 (61.6%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 620 (51.6%) | 14 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 460 (22.5%) | 18 (3.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 154 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,323 (57.4%) | 364 (3.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Yell County
According to labor force statistics for Yell County, 70.2% of individuals (7,224) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,291) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 260 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.3% or 1,162 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.4% or 111 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,297 (56.2%) | 25 (1.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,707 (70.1%) | 135 (3.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,055 (71.8%) | 155 (5.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,162 (92.3%) | 43 (3.4%) |
| Total | 7,224 (70.2%) | 370 (3.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Yell County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Yell County are Community & Social Service (677 | 7.6%), Management (630 | 7.0%), Education Instruction & Library (426 | 4.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (382 | 4.3%), and Health Technologists (300 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Yell County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (84.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (86.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (77.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 441 (70.0%) | 189 (30.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 107 (57.5%) | 79 (42.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 145 (81.0%) | 34 (19.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 48 (84.2%) | 9 (15.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 16 (39.0%) | 25 (61.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 199 (29.4%) | 478 (70.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 37 (36.6%) | 64 (63.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 8 (25.0%) | 24 (75.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 98 (23.0%) | 328 (77.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 56 (47.5%) | 62 (52.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 66 (17.3%) | 316 (82.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 40 (13.3%) | 260 (86.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 958 (46.6%) | 1,096 (53.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Yell County are Cleaning & Maintenance (601 | 6.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (585 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (332 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (142 | 1.6%), and Personal Care & Service (91 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Yell County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.6%), and Law Enforcement (75.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (96.7%), Healthcare Support (93.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (86.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 23 (6.9%) | 309 (93.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 123 (86.6%) | 19 (13.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 60 (75.9%) | 19 (24.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 79 (13.5%) | 506 (86.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 344 (57.2%) | 257 (42.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 3 (3.3%) | 88 (96.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 572 (32.7%) | 1,179 (67.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Yell County are Office & Administration (851 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (704 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 327 (46.5%) | 377 (53.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 239 (28.1%) | 612 (71.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 566 (36.4%) | 989 (63.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Yell County are Construction & Extraction (553 | 6.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (289 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (188 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 147 (78.2%) | 41 (21.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 544 (98.4%) | 9 (1.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 263 (91.0%) | 26 (9.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 954 (92.6%) | 76 (7.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Yell County are Production (1,529 | 17.1%), Transportation (630 | 7.0%), and Material Moving (381 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,001 (65.5%) | 528 (34.5%) |
| Transportation | 606 (96.2%) | 24 (3.8%) |
| Material Moving | 311 (81.6%) | 70 (18.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,918 (75.5%) | 622 (24.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Yell County
Employment Industries in Yell County
The major employment industries in Yell County include Manufacturing (2,178 | 24.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,082 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (837 | 9.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (790 | 8.8%), and Construction (621 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Yell County
The Yell County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (98.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (75.3%), and Professional & Scientific (66.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 366 (77.0%) | 109 (23.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 538 (86.6%) | 83 (13.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,472 (67.6%) | 706 (32.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 67 (91.8%) | 6 (8.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 445 (53.2%) | 392 (46.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 461 (82.5%) | 98 (17.5%) |
| Utilities | 90 (59.6%) | 61 (40.4%) |
| Information | 65 (45.1%) | 79 (54.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 106 (72.1%) | 41 (27.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 57 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 50 (33.3%) | 100 (66.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 231 (59.5%) | 157 (40.5%) |
| Educational Services | 207 (39.6%) | 316 (60.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 194 (17.9%) | 888 (82.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 195 (24.7%) | 595 (75.3%) |
| Public Administration | 130 (51.8%) | 121 (48.2%) |
| Total | 4,968 (55.6%) | 3,962 (44.4%) |
Education in Yell County
School Enrollment in Yell County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,339 students in Yell County are high school (1,201 | 27.7%), elementary school (1,090 | 25.1%), and middle school (822 | 18.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 289 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 310 | 7.1% |
| Elementary School | 1,090 | 25.1% |
| Middle School | 822 | 18.9% |
| High School | 1,201 | 27.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 552 | 12.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 75 | 1.7% |
| Total | 4,339 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Yell County
Out of a total of 4,339 students who are enrolled in schools in Yell County, 317 (7.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,022 (92.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 44 (19.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 224 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 185 (86.1%) | 30 (14.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,103 (87.1%) | 163 (12.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,236 (96.6%) | 43 (3.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 829 (96.1%) | 34 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 224 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 181 (80.4%) | 44 (19.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 193 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,022 (92.7%) | 317 (7.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Yell County
Education (523 | 25.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (361 | 17.7%), business (314 | 15.4%), science & technology (162 | 7.9%), and psychology (123 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,041 individuals in Yell County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 40 | 2.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 361 | 17.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 30 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 123 | 6.0% |
| Social Sciences | 118 | 5.8% |
| Engineering | 76 | 3.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 21 | 1.0% |
| Science & Technology | 162 | 7.9% |
| Business | 314 | 15.4% |
| Education | 523 | 25.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 68 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 51 | 2.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 56 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 51 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 47 | 2.3% |
| Total | 2,041 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Yell County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Yell County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Yell County are males with 2 vehicles (1,686, accounting for 33.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,327, making up 43.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 99 (2.0%) | 94 (2.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 869 (17.5%) | 644 (16.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,686 (33.9%) | 1,327 (33.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,116 (22.4%) | 991 (25.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 882 (17.7%) | 584 (14.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 324 (6.5%) | 284 (7.2%) |
| Total | 4,976 (100.0%) | 3,924 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Yell County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Yell County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,400 commuters, 17.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,146 commuters, 14.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,073 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 909 | 11.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 832 | 10.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,146 | 14.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,400 | 17.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,073 | 13.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 279 | 3.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 759 | 9.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 574 | 7.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 245 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 530 | 6.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 216 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 235 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Yell County
The most common commute times in Yell County are 15 to 19 minutes (963 commuters, 21.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (744 commuters, 20.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 457 (10.1%) | 452 (12.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 484 (10.7%) | 348 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 402 (8.9%) | 744 (20.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 963 (21.2%) | 437 (11.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 554 (12.2%) | 519 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 153 (3.4%) | 126 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 387 (8.5%) | 372 (10.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 329 (7.2%) | 245 (6.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 105 (2.3%) | 140 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 365 (8.1%) | 165 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 150 (3.3%) | 66 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 186 (4.1%) | 49 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Yell County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Yell County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (734, 16.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (742, 20.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 734 (16.2%) | 112 (3.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 364 (8.0%) | 205 (5.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 293 (6.5%) | 156 (4.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 510 (11.3%) | 239 (6.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 546 (12.0%) | 197 (5.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 548 (12.1%) | 742 (20.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 362 (8.0%) | 568 (15.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 235 (5.2%) | 361 (9.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 75 (1.7%) | 125 (3.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 25 (0.5%) | 131 (3.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 31 (0.7%) | 33 (0.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 26 (0.6%) | 168 (4.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 422 (9.3%) | 269 (7.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 364 (8.0%) | 357 (9.8%) |
| Total | 4,535 (100.0%) | 3,663 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Yell County
Occupancy by Ownership in Yell County
Of the total 7,751 dwellings in Yell County, owner-occupied units account for 5,311 (68.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,440 (31.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,311 | 68.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,440 | 31.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Yell County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,974 | 25.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,657 | 34.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,216 | 15.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,904 | 24.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Yell County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,136 (57.6%) | 838 (42.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,988 (74.8%) | 669 (25.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 808 (66.4%) | 408 (33.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,379 (72.4%) | 525 (27.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,311 (68.5%) | 2,440 (31.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Yell County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,033 (62.2%) | 629 (37.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,090 (71.3%) | 841 (28.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,387 (66.8%) | 688 (33.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 801 (74.0%) | 282 (26.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Yell County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,259 | 16.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,421 | 18.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,286 | 16.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,610 | 20.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,199 | 15.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 619 | 8.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 357 | 4.6% |
| Total | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Yell County
Median Income by Occupancy in Yell County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,311 (68.5%) | $64,441 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,440 (31.5%) | $40,308 |
| Average | 7,751 (100.0%) | $55,879 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Yell County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 69 (1.3%) | 110 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 167 (3.1%) | 99 (4.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 116 (2.2%) | 174 (7.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 269 (5.1%) | 210 (8.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 199 (3.7%) | 192 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 579 (10.9%) | 301 (12.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 617 (11.6%) | 447 (18.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,002 (18.9%) | 440 (18.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,139 (21.4%) | 299 (12.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 823 (15.5%) | 148 (6.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 331 (6.2%) | 20 (0.8%) |
| Total | 5,311 (100.0%) | 2,440 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Yell County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 971 (18.3%) | 78 (3.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,285 (24.2%) | 362 (14.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,049 (19.8%) | 796 (32.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 501 (9.4%) | 274 (11.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,029 (19.4%) | 324 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 350 (6.6%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 46 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 74 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,311 (100.0%) | 2,440 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Yell County
Housing Structures in Yell County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,859 | 75.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 52 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 119 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 117 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 234 | 3.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 369 | 4.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,001 | 12.9% |
| Total | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Yell County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,617 (78.8%) | 1,242 (21.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 26 (50.0%) | 26 (50.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 17 (14.3%) | 102 (85.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1 (0.9%) | 116 (99.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 35 (9.5%) | 334 (90.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 615 (61.4%) | 386 (38.6%) |
| Total | 5,311 (68.5%) | 2,440 (31.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Yell County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 23 (0.4%) | 135 (5.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 250 (4.7%) | 753 (30.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,657 (50.0%) | 1,150 (47.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,510 (28.4%) | 322 (13.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 871 (16.4%) | 80 (3.3%) |
| Total | 5,311 (100.0%) | 2,440 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Yell County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,118 (21.0%) | 636 (26.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 436 (8.2%) | 153 (6.3%) |
| Electricity | 3,447 (64.9%) | 1,502 (61.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 292 (5.5%) | 117 (4.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 18 (0.3%) | 32 (1.3%) |
| Total | 5,311 (100.0%) | 2,440 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Yell County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 217 (4.1%) | 230 (9.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,123 (21.1%) | 1,137 (46.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,909 (35.9%) | 824 (33.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,062 (38.8%) | 249 (10.2%) |
| Total | 5,311 (100.0%) | 2,440 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Yell County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Yell County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,956 | 2,355 |
| Median Property Value | $120,600 | $137,000 |
| Median Household Income | $53,152 | $188 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $370 | $58 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $665 | $61 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Yell County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 621 (21.0%) | 107 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 572 (19.4%) | 583 (24.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,489 (50.4%) | 1,444 (61.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 231 (7.8%) | 211 (9.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 23 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 8 (0.3%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 12 (0.4%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,956 (100.0%) | 2,355 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Yell County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 102 (3.5%) | 28 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 520 (17.6%) | 134 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 376 (12.7%) | 64 (2.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 382 (12.9%) | 203 (8.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 493 (16.7%) | 235 (10.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 604 (20.4%) | 509 (21.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 336 (11.4%) | 535 (22.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 143 (4.8%) | 487 (20.7%) |
| Total | 2,956 (100.0%) | 2,355 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Yell County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,546 (52.3%) | 77,138 (3,275.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 392 (13.3%) | 1,230 (52.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 208 (7.0%) | 507 (21.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 776 (26.3%) | 243 (10.3%) |
| Total | 2,956 (100.0%) | 2,355 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Yell County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,642 (55.5%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 725 (24.5%) | 1,071 (45.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 359 (12.1%) | 922 (39.2%) |
| Total | 2,956 (100.0%) | 2,355 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Yell County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Yell County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,429 (95.5%) | 68 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,385 (97.3%) | 95 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,594 (91.6%) | 146 (8.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,681 (82.3%) | 361 (17.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,986 (77.2%) | 585 (22.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,261 (91.3%) | 215 (8.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,668 (94.8%) | 146 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,969 (98.1%) | 38 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,430 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18,403 (91.7%) | 1,654 (8.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Yell County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,429 (95.5%) | 68 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,385 (97.3%) | 95 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,594 (91.6%) | 146 (8.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Yell County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,492 (94.6%) | 143 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,311 (90.6%) | 448 (9.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,839 (91.2%) | 369 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,413 (90.8%) | 344 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,280 (92.5%) | 348 (7.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Yell County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,052 (70.3%) | 456 (30.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,491 (71.6%) | 1,017 (29.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 528 (30.3%) | 1,131 (65.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 545 (26.7%) | 1,199 (58.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 725 (28.2%) | 1,336 (52.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 602 (24.3%) | 1,836 (74.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,216 (43.2%) | 1,654 (58.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,935 (96.4%) | 1,127 (56.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,430 (100.0%) | 1,013 (70.8%) |
| Total | 10,524 (52.5%) | 10,769 (53.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Yell County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 154 (8.6%) | 93 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 255 (12.4%) | 132 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 667 (16.3%) | 769 (20.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 439 (43.2%) | 353 (35.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 294 (51.8%) | 483 (56.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Yell County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 59 (2.9%) | 18 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 302 (7.4%) | 150 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 207 (20.4%) | 141 (14.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 205 (36.2%) | 274 (31.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (1.5%) | 22 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 54 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 246 (6.0%) | 164 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (9.7%) | 56 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (14.3%) | 45 (5.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 150 (8.4%) | 71 (4.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 174 (8.5%) | 67 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 221 (5.4%) | 259 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 110 (10.8%) | 47 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (6.5%) | 206 (23.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 97 (4.7%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 422 (10.3%) | 395 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 217 (21.4%) | 265 (26.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (25.0%) | 321 (37.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 42 (2.0%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 126 (3.1%) | 103 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 82 (8.1%) | 84 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (16.6%) | 180 (20.9%) |
Technology Access in Yell County
Computing Device Access in Yell County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,612 | 59.5% |
| Smartphone | 6,053 | 78.1% |
| Tablet | 3,447 | 44.5% |
| No Computing Device | 1,326 | 17.1% |
| Total | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Yell County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 8 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 4,352 | 56.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,274 | 16.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 488 | 6.3% |
| No Internet | 1,728 | 22.3% |
| Total | 7,751 | 100.0% |
Yell County Summary
Yell County, Arkansas is located in the western part of the state and is bordered by Logan, Scott, Perry, Pope, Conway, and Johnson counties. It is part of the River Valley region of Arkansas and is home to the cities of Danville, Dardanelle, and Plainview. The county seat is Danville.
Geography
Yell County covers an area of 845 square miles and is located in the Arkansas River Valley. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The Arkansas River forms the northern border of the county and the Petit Jean River forms the southern border. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Dardanelle, Lake Atkins, and Lake Nimrod. The climate is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Yell County had a population of 22,185. The racial makeup of the county was 92.3% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
Economy
Yell County is primarily an agricultural county, with the main crops being cotton, soybeans, corn, and wheat. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Tyson Foods, which has a large poultry processing plant in Danville. Other industries in the county include timber, tourism, and retail.
History
Yell County was formed in 1840 from parts of Scott and Pope counties. It was named after Archibald Yell, the first congressman from Arkansas and a hero of the Mexican-American War. The county seat was originally located in Dardanelle, but was moved to Danville in 1875.
During the Civil War, Yell County was a major battleground. The Battle of Dardanelle was fought in the county in 1863, and the Battle of Dardanelle Bend was fought in 1864. The county was also the site of several skirmishes between Union and Confederate forces.
In the late 19th century, Yell County was a major producer of cotton. The county was also home to several sawmills and gristmills. In the early 20th century, the county began to diversify its economy, with the development of poultry processing and other industries.
Today, Yell County is a rural county with a strong agricultural base. The county is home to several small towns and cities, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Yell County?
Total Population of Yell County is 20,342.
What is the Total Male Population of Yell County?
Total Male Population of Yell County is 10,309.
What is the Total Female Population of Yell County?
Total Female Population of Yell County is 10,033.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Yell County?
There are 102.75 Males per 100 Females in Yell County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Yell County?
There are 97.32 Females per 100 Males in Yell County.
What is the Median Population Age in Yell County?
Median Population Age in Yell County is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Yell County
Average Family Size in Yell County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Yell County
Average Household Size in Yell County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Yell County?
Per Capita income in Yell County is $26,044.
What is the Median Family Income in Yell County?
Median Family Income in Yell County is $64,475.
What is the Median Household income in Yell County?
Median Household Income in Yell County is $55,879.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Yell County?
Income or Wage Gap in Yell County is 32.6%.
Women in Yell County earn 67.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Yell County?
Family Income Deficit in Yell County is $10,858.
Families that are below poverty line in Yell County earn $10,858 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Yell County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Yell County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Yell County?
There are 9,323 People in the Labor Forcein in Yell County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Yell County?
57.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Yell County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Yell County?
Unemployment Rate in Yell County is 3.9%.