Village of Yates City Small Town Roots, Big Heart Community

Yates City is in southeastern Knox County. Illinois Route 8 passes through the center of the village, leading east 2.5 miles (4.0 km) to Elmwood and west 7 miles to Illinois Route 97 near Maquon. Galesburg is 25 miles northwest of Yates City.

Small town values, guided growth, and preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes the Village of Yates City a wonderful place to call home.

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PUBLIC NOTICE: WATER BILL DELIVERY

5/13/2025

Local communities, including the Village of Yates City, have noticed a decline of dependability with the USPS. This has been especially apparent with our mailed water bills. Some have been received torn up. Some even not delivered at all. The Village mails the water bills on the 1st day of the...