Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Yatesville, Georgia
Median Yatesville, Georgia effective property tax rate: 0.94%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00%.
Median Yatesville, Georgia home value: $131,806
Median annual Yatesville, Georgia tax bill: $1,138, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Upson County calculated?
Property taxes in Yatesville, Georgia are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Yatesville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Yatesville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Yatesville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Yatesville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Yatesville's median effective tax rate of 0.94% — based on actual property records in Upson County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Yatesville's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Yatesville: rates range from 0.94% in 31097 to 0.94% in 31097, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Yatesville.
About Yatesville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Yatesville, Upson, Georgia
Yatesville’s median effective property tax rate of 0.94% is lower than the Georgia state median of 1.00% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Upson County base levy combined with local school district levies and Community Improvement Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Yatesville. Homeowners in the 31097 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.94%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 0.94%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Upson County. Understanding which part of Yatesville you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Yatesville homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Yatesville's effective property tax rate to other cities in Georgia and the median property tax rates in Georgia and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Yatesville Tax Rate
0.94%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Upson County Tax Rate
1.05%
Median Effective Georgia Tax Rate
1.00%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31097 | 0.61% | 0.76% | 0.94% | 1.05% | 1.05% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
When examining property taxes in Yatesville, Georgia, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Upson County tax authority estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Upson County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. The median home price in Yatesville is $131,806, and the median tax bill is $1,138, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
Source: Ownwell
$113,727
$143,596
$173,464
Median Yatesville Market Value
$131,806
Median Upson County Market Value
$125,832
Median Georgia Market Value
$280,310
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31097 | $43,429 | $76,844 | $131,806 | $222,554 | $348,790 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
How are property tax bills calculated in Yatesville?
Property tax bills in Yatesville are based on the assessed value of a home, which is tied to its market value and then multiplied by the local tax rate set in Upson County. For a home with a median market value of $131,806, the final bill depends on how that value is assessed and which exemptions or local rules apply. Because property taxes are calculated from assessed value rather than purchase price, two similar homes can owe different amounts if their assessments differ.
What factors affect the bill?
Homeowners in Yatesville can see bills vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $638 and the 75th percentile at $1,935. The 90th percentile reaches $3,015, showing how larger assessments can lead to much higher taxes. These bills affect monthly housing costs and can influence affordability, especially when local assessments rise faster than expected.
Median Yatesville Tax Bill
$1,138
Median Upson County Tax Bill
$1,222
Median Georgia Tax Bill
$2,476
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Yatesville, Upson County, Georgia
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31097 | $370 | $638 | $1,138 | $1,935 | $3,015 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Upson Tax Assessor | |
| Website | qpublic.schneidercorp.com |