Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Decatur is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,814. Residents earn $58,281 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Based on current data, Decatur receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Decatur has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Decatur is $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Decatur is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 901 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,491 per 100,000, 78% above the national average.
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Decatur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 109.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,281 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,168 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,264 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,017 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,972 |
| County GDP | $20,706M |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Healthcare | 749 |
| Retail | 848 |
| Manufacturing | 295 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.13% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
| Census Median | $121,900 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $209,370 |
| Census Median Rent | $779 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.13% |
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,811/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Total Violent | 900.9/100K |
| 137% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 337.8/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 563.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,491.0/100K |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 900.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,533.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 56.3/100K |
| Arson | 56.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.1 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 109.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 790 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,344/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1077°N, 85.9750°W |
| County FIPS | 26077 |
Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.3% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,344/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Retail Stores | 848 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |