Decker, IN

Indiana

Decker is a small town in Indiana with a population of 204. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
204 Population 1,074/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $32,682 per capita
$41,900 Home Value $140,042 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$41,900 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $41,900
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density1,074/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$32,682
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$2,502M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$41,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,042

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation453 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+84.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries3

Is Decker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Decker receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Decker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Decker is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Decker is $41,900, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Decker enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Decker has a population of 204 with a density of 1,074 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

204
Total Population
1,074
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Decker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Decker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Decker is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Decker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,682
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$61,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)950
County GDP$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare103
Retail153
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Decker is $41,900, 85% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,042.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41,900
85% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,042

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Rate7.07%
In Decker, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Decker has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation453 ft (138 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,074/sq mi
Coordinates38.5185°N, 87.5241°W
County FIPS18083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,074/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants85
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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