Yatesville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Yatesville, Georgia had a total population of 435, the 517th largest town in Georgia, with a median household income of $64,783, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Yatesville Quick Facts
How Yatesville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 402 | 435 | +8.2% |
| Median household income | $73,438 | $64,783 | -11.8% |
| Median home value | $137,500 | $156,600 | +13.9% |
How Yatesville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Yatesville Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Upson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomaston | 9,831 | $38,917 | 28.1% | $211,000 |
| Hannahs Mill | 3,230 | $69,850 | 11.7% | $154,600 |
| Sunset Village | 825 | $71,574 | 0.5% | $170,300 |
| Lincoln Park | 688 | $48,179 | 23.7% | $167,600 |
| Salem | 385 | N/A | 18.4% | $91,000 |
| The Rock | 109 | N/A | 12.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Yatesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whigham | 449 | $64,000 | $150,000 | 21.9% | 4.1% |
| Odum | 453 | $60,795 | $90,000 | 11.8% | 8.4% |
| Toomsboro | 467 | $64,375 | $66,500 | 5.9% | 28.7% |
| Sumner | 439 | $55,250 | $87,700 | 3.8% | 12.3% |
| Concord | 438 | $77,679 | $202,600 | 18.1% | 7.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 435, Yatesville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Yatesville is a small community located in Georgia, within Upson County. The total population is 435. It ranks as the 517th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Yatesville is 51.5 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 11.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Yatesville is $64,783. This is 16% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $156,600. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Yatesville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Yatesville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.7% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (14.2%) is well below the state average of 30.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.
Education
12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Yatesville, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Yatesville, Georgia?
Yatesville, Georgia has a population of 435 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Yatesville, GA?
The median household income in Yatesville is $64,783, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Yatesville, GA?
The poverty rate in Yatesville is 8.5%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Yatesville, Georgia?
Yatesville's population is 83.7% White, 14.2% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Yatesville, GA?
The median home value in Yatesville is $156,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Yatesville, Georgia?
12.9% of adults (25+) in Yatesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.