Decatur, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Meigs County County
Decatur, TN
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 $48,203 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,271. The unemployment rate stands at 21.0% (483% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 164 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Decatur is $218,800 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,432. Median rent is $821/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Decatur reports 303 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,423/100K.
Education
10.5% of adults in Decatur hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 76.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Decatur has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches.