CenturyLink in Yuma, AZ

Yuma sits in the southwest corner of Arizona on the banks of the Colorado River. The city has a 2025 population of about 103,070 and a median age around 32 years, with a median household income of roughly $62,500. More than a third of residents own their homes and families appreciate Yuma’s small-town feel, affordable living and abundant sunshine. The region’s economy is powered by agriculture, cross-border commerce, defense and tourism:

• Agriculture powerhouse – Yuma is often called the “Winter Vegetable Capital of the U.S.” A 2024 study by the University of Arizona found that Yuma’s farms generated $1.3 billion in direct sales in 2022, and the broader agriculture and agribusiness sector contributed $4.4 billion to Arizona’s economy. Thanks to mild winters and senior water rights on the Colorado River, the county supplies 80-90 % of America’s leafy greens during the winter months, producing lettuce, broccoli, melons and other high-value crops. This agricultural dominance supports thousands of jobs in farming, processing and logistics.
• Cross-border trade and logistics – Two ports of entry in nearby San Luis connect U.S. and Mexican markets, making Yuma a strategic hub for commerce. Union Pacific Railroad and Interstate 8 provide direct links to Los Angeles, Tucson and El Paso, while Yuma International Airport offers flights to Phoenix and Dallas. Reliable internet keeps supply chains moving and supports cold-storage facilities, customs brokers and transportation firms.
• Defense installations – Yuma Proving Ground and Marine Corps Air Station Yuma employ more than ten thousand service members and civilians. These bases test advanced weapons systems and train pilots year-round. High-speed connectivity enables mission-critical communications, remote training and secure data transfers.
• Tourism and recreation – Downtown Yuma’s historic Main Street features boutiques, cafés and the Garden Café, while nearby parks and trails offer kayaking, bird-watching and golf. Visitors flock to the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, Pivot Point Plaza and winter festivals. Hospitality businesses rely on fast internet to manage reservations, process payments and provide guest Wi-Fi.
• Growing residential communities – Suburban neighborhoods like Mesa Del Sol and Fortuna Foothills provide tranquil living with access to parks and walking trails. Smaller cities such as Somerton (population roughly 14,800) and San Luis (about 39,500 residents) are part of the Yuma metro area. These communities have younger median ages in the low 30s and median household incomes between $57,000 and $72,000, reflecting a mix of young families, seasonal workers and retirees.

Yuma’s internet landscape includes cable, fixed-wireless, 5G and satellite services. Cable providers deliver high download speeds but often cap data and limit upload speeds. Fixed-wireless and 5G services are convenient but can fluctuate with weather and network congestion. Satellite extends connectivity to rural areas yet comes with higher latency and data limits.

CenturyLink and Quantum Fiber supply symmetrical fiber speeds up to 940 Mbps, unlimited data and no annual contracts. This means clear video calls, lag-free gaming, rapid file uploads and unlimited streaming without worrying about overage fees. CenturyLink’s plans are straightforward, equipment is included and professional installation is free, backed by 24/7 local support.