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Decaturville, TN

Tennessee

Decaturville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 895. Residents earn $40,500 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
895 Population 542/sq mi density
$40,500 Median Income $19,961 per capita
$126,800 Home Value $168,960 Zillow
$756 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
230 Violent Crime/100K 1,956 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,500 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$126,800 home value, $756/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
230 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,500
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,800
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 230/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.3%
160% higher than US avg

How Decaturville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population895
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density542/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,500
Per Capita$19,961
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty32.3%
County GDP$457M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,800
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,960
Housing Units374
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent230/100K
Property1,956/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault230/100K
Burglary690/100K

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking24.6%
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation487 ft (148 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.1%
Libraries2

Is Decaturville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Decaturville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Decaturville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Decaturville is $40,500, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 32.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Decaturville is $126,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Decaturville is below the national average at 230 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,956 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Decaturville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Decaturville has a population of 895 with a density of 542 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 2% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

895
Total Population
542
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Decaturville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Decaturville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Decaturville is $40,500, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Decaturville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,500
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,961
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$54,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.3%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare26
Retail44
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Decaturville is $126,800, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,960.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,800
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,960

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units374
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,988
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Decaturville, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.6% are current smokers. 31.6% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Decaturville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD10.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.6%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep45.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.1%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death14,620/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access44.9%
Healthcare Facilities26
Decaturville has a violent crime rate of 230 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,956 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Decaturville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent230.2/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault230.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,956.3/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary690.5/100K
Theft1,265.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Decaturville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation487 ft (148 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density542/sq mi
Coordinates35.5819°N, 88.1195°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 76.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density542/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants18
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Nearby Cities

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