Yazoo City

MS

Yazoo County, Mississippi

Population 25K |Median income $39,295 |1 hospital

Population
24,835
Yazoo County
Median Income
$39,295
-42% vs avg
Median Home Value
$153,800
-32% vs avg
Median Age
38.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
25K-12%
Median Income
$39,295+49%
Median Home Value
$153,800+140%
Poverty Rate
30.8%-13%
Unemployment
9.7%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$790/mo
Poverty Rate
30.8% +117% vs avg
Unemployment 9.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 15.3%
Work From Home 4.5%
Public Transit 0%

Population

African American 57.5%
White 39.8%
Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
50.5%
High Blood Pressure
49.5%
Physical Inactivity
42.6%
Short Sleep Duration
42%
Current Smoking
23.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
18.6%
Diabetes
18.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.4%
Binge Drinking
12.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.1%
Dental Visit 6.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.3%
Stroke
5.5%

Alerts & News — Yazoo City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Yazoo City, MS? ▼
Yazoo City, MS has a population of 24,835 people, located in Yazoo County, Mississippi.
What is the median household income in Yazoo City? ▼
The median household income in Yazoo City, MS is $39,295 per year. The poverty rate is 30.8%.
What is the median home value in Yazoo City? ▼
The median home value in Yazoo City, MS is $153,800. Median rent is $790/month.
What are the top health concerns in Yazoo City? ▼
The top health indicators in Yazoo City include Obesity (50.5%), High Blood Pressure (49.5%), Physical Inactivity (42.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Yazoo City? ▼
Yazoo City has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Yazoo City? ▼
The median age in Yazoo City, MS is 38.6 years. 15.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Yazoo City, MS is located in Yazoo County, Mississippi. With a population of 25K and a median household income of $39,295, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Yazoo City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Yazoo County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.