Decatur, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Adams County County
Decatur, IN
At a Glance
How Decatur Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Decatur's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Decatur a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Decatur residents earn a median household income of $58,867 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,760. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 786 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Decatur is $132,900 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $237,951. Median rent is $804/month, with 25.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Decatur reports 169 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 686/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Decatur hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Decatur has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches.