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As of 2023, Yolo County, CA, has an estimated population of about 218,000. The median age is 33.1 years, with 51% female and 49% male residents. Racially, the population is approximately 47% White, 31% Hispanic or Latino, 14% Asian, 3% Black or African American, and 5% other or multiracial. Around 16% of residents are under 18, and about 13% are 65 or older.

Yolo County, CA, has approximately 120,000 registered voters as of 2024, participating in federal, state, and local elections. The county uses vote-by-mail and in-person voting at 20+ polling locations. In the 2020 presidential election, 65% voted for the Democratic candidate and 32% for the Republican. Key issues include affordable housing and water management. The Elections Office, overseen by the County Registrar, administers procedures, ensuring compliance with state law. Democrats dominate registrations, with about 50% of voters, Republicans at 20%, and the remainder being No Party Preference or other parties.

Yolo County, CA has 61 public schools, including 13 high schools, serving over 32,000 students. The graduation rate is approximately 87%, and about 39% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Educational programs include Advanced Placement, STEM initiatives, and robust adult education centers. School safety scores average 7/10, reflecting ongoing investments in security. The county’s colleges, such as UC Davis, further contribute to higher education and workforce training.

As of 2023, Yolo County, CA, has an employment rate of approximately 94.3%. Major industries include educational services (notably UC Davis), healthcare, and agriculture, employing about 35%, 14%, and 10% of workers, respectively. The dominant occupations are in education, management, and office/administrative support. Around 60% of residents commute outside their home city for work, with Davis and West Sacramento being primary employment hubs. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and roughly 68% of workers drive alone, while 7% use public transit.

Yolo County, CA, features a homeownership rate of about 53%, with median home values around $560,000 and median monthly rents near $2,100. Property values increased roughly 4% year-over-year. Housing options include single-family homes, apartments, and condos, especially in cities like Davis, Woodland, and West Sacramento. Davis is popular for families and students, while Woodland offers suburban affordability. Property tax rates average 1.1% of assessed value. The market remains competitive due to UC Davis and proximity to Sacramento, sustaining steady demand for both renters and buyers.

Yolo County, CA, has a moderate crime rate compared to state averages. In 2023, the violent crime rate was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, below California’s average of 4.4, while property crime stood at 19.2 per 1,000, also lower than the state rate of 23. Neighborhoods like Davis report particularly low incidents. Law enforcement encourages digital reporting for efficiency, with nearly 70% of non-emergency incidents submitted online. Despite occasional fluctuations, overall crime trends in Yolo County remain stable and slightly safer than the state average.