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Yatesville, GA

Georgia

Yatesville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 402. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
402 Population 432/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $30,921 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $239,459 Zillow
$860 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $860/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Yatesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population402
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$30,921
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$976M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,459
Housing Units201
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking18.5%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband81.2%
Libraries2

Is Yatesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yatesville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Yatesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yatesville is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yatesville is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Yatesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Yatesville has a population of 402 with a density of 432 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 7.2% Black.

Population

402
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Yatesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yatesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yatesville is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Yatesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,921
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$56,494

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)524
County GDP$976M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare54
Retail93
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,205
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Yatesville is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,459

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units201
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,205
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Yatesville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Yatesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death13,550/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities54
Yatesville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates32.9134°N, 84.1427°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants48
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Nearby Cities

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