Unemployment Rate
16.5%
Labor Force
97,336
Employed
81,266
Unemployed
16,070
Unemployment Rate Trend
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
Top Paying Occupations in Yuma, AZ
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Dentists, General | $164,680 |
| Physicians, All Other | $162,020 |
| Pharmacists | $161,630 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $151,120 |
| Chief Executives | $141,100 |
| Physician Assistants | $133,290 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $129,770 |
| Human Resources Managers | $128,990 |
| Marketing Managers | $127,570 |
| Lawyers | $126,730 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.