Decatur, NE

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509
TOTAL POPULATION
242
MALE POPULATION
267
FEMALE POPULATION
90.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
53.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,070
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,179
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
257
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
17.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Decatur

The most populous races in Decatur are White / Caucasian (467 | 91.7%), Hispanic or Latino (31 | 6.1%), and Native / Alaskan (28 | 5.5%).
Race in Decatur
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino316.1%
Native / Alaskan285.5%
White / Caucasian46791.7%
Two or more Races142.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total509100.0%

Ancestry in Decatur

The most populous ancestries reported in Decatur are German (197 | 38.7%), Irish (61 | 12.0%), Mexican (31 | 6.1%), American (28 | 5.5%), and English (27 | 5.3%), together accounting for 67.6% of all Decatur residents.
Ancestry in Decatur
Ancestry# Population% Population
American285.5%
Czech122.4%
Danish234.5%
Dutch142.8%
English275.3%
French51.0%
German19738.7%
Inupiat30.6%
Irish6112.0%
Italian71.4%
Mexican316.1%
Mexican American Indian51.0%
Polish71.4%
Scottish71.4%
Swedish193.7%
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Immigrants in Decatur

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Decatur came from Central America (2 | 0.4%), Latin America (2 | 0.4%), and Mexico (2 | 0.4%), together accounting for 1.2% of all Decatur residents.
Immigrants in Decatur
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America20.4%
Latin America20.4%
Mexico20.4%
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Sex and Age in Decatur

Sex and Age in Decatur

The most populous age groups in Decatur are 25 to 29 Years (37 | 15.3%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (48 | 18.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Decatur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Years2 (0.8%)4 (1.5%)
10 to 14 Years4 (1.7%)5 (1.9%)
15 to 19 Years6 (2.5%)6 (2.2%)
20 to 24 Years33 (13.6%)22 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years37 (15.3%)16 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years16 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years7 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years2 (0.8%)10 (3.7%)
45 to 49 Years13 (5.4%)29 (10.9%)
50 to 54 Years30 (12.4%)11 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years6 (2.5%)24 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years34 (14.1%)26 (9.7%)
65 to 69 Years25 (10.3%)48 (18.0%)
70 to 74 Years5 (2.1%)30 (11.2%)
75 to 79 Years8 (3.3%)4 (1.5%)
80 to 84 Years8 (3.3%)13 (4.9%)
85 Years and over6 (2.5%)13 (4.9%)
Total242 (100.0%)267 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Decatur

Median Family Size in Decatur

The median family size in Decatur is 2.68 persons per family, with single female/mother families (8 | 7.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.5 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (68 | 61.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.43 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Decatur
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple68 (61.8%)2.43
Single Male/Father34 (30.9%)2.53
Single Female/Mother8 (7.3%)5.50
Total Families110 (100.0%)2.68

Median Household Size in Decatur

The median household size in Decatur is 2.04 persons per household, with single female/mother households (8 | 3.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.63 persons per household. non-family households (139 | 55.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Decatur
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple68 (27.3%)2.71
Single Male/Father34 (13.7%)3.00
Single Female/Mother8 (3.2%)6.63
Non-family139 (55.8%)1.22
Total Households249 (100.0%)2.04

Household Size by Marriage Status in Decatur

Out of a total of 249 households in Decatur, 110 (44.2%) are family households, while 139 (55.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 71, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 119.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Decatur
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-119 (47.8%)
2-Person Households71 (28.5%)20 (8.0%)
3-Person Households14 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households14 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total110 (44.2%)139 (55.8%)

Female Fertility in Decatur

Fertility by Age in Decatur

Female Fertility by Age in Decatur
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decatur

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decatur
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Decatur

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Decatur
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decatur

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decatur
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Decatur

Income Overview in Decatur

Per Capita Income in Decatur is $36,070, while median incomes of families and households are $77,500 and $50,179 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income509$36,070
Median Family Income110$77,500
Mean Family Income110$81,954
Median Household Income249$50,179
Mean Household Income249$71,154
Income Deficit110$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)50952.83%
Wage / Income Gap ($)50947.17¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5090.51

Earnings by Sex in Decatur

Average Earnings in Decatur are $29,766, $34,453 for men and $16,250 for women, a difference of 52.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Decatur
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male173 (62.0%)$34,453
Female106 (38.0%)$16,250
Total279 (100.0%)$29,766

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decatur

The most common earnings brackets in Decatur are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (28 | 16.2%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (29 | 27.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decatur
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (7.5%)5 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (2.3%)4 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (1.7%)3 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (5.2%)29 (27.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (2.9%)3 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9991 (0.6%)9 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)5 (4.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4992 (1.2%)4 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (2.9%)6 (5.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99927 (15.6%)2 (1.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99919 (11.0%)25 (23.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9997 (4.1%)3 (2.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99928 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (1.2%)8 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99916 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+17 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total173 (100.0%)106 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decatur

Average earnings in Decatur are $36,429 for men and $20,625 for women, a difference of 43.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $43,125, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,609. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $30,625, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decatur
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$34,609$14,750
College or Associate's Degree$43,125$23,750
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,429$20,625

Family Income in Decatur

Family Income Brackets in Decatur

According to the Decatur family income data, there are 43 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Decatur
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001210.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991210.9%
$35,000 to $49,99976.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991816.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994339.1%
$100,000 to $149,99987.3%
$150,000 to $199,99932.7%
$200,000+76.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decatur

3-person families (20 | 18.2%) account for the highest median family income in Decatur with $81,500 per family, while 2-person families (75 | 68.2%) have the highest median income of $32,330 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decatur
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families75 (68.2%)$64,659
3-Person Families20 (18.2%)$81,500
4-Person Families9 (8.2%)$0
5-Person Families6 (5.4%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total110 (100.0%)$77,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Decatur

Family Income by Number of Earners in Decatur
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners26 (23.6%)$0
1 Earner37 (33.6%)$64,219
2 Earners42 (38.2%)$80,250
3+ Earners5 (4.5%)$0
Total110 (100.0%)$77,500

Household Income in Decatur

Household Income Brackets in Decatur

With 50 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Decatur, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (1.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Decatur
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002811.2%
$10,000 to $14,999124.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993915.7%
$25,000 to $34,999124.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993313.3%
$50,000 to $74,9993815.3%
$75,000 to $99,9995020.1%
$100,000 to $149,999187.2%
$150,000 to $199,99931.2%
$200,000+166.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Decatur

The median household income in Decatur is $50,179, with the highest median household income of $63,269 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 124 households (49.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Decatur
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (2.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years28 (11.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years124 (49.8%)$63,269
65+ Years91 (36.5%)$24,583
Total249 (100.0%)$50,179

Poverty in Decatur

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur

With 9.9% poverty level for males and 28.8% for females among the residents of Decatur, 35 to 44 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (44.4%) and 6 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (36.1%)15 (68.2%)
25 to 34 Years3 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (44.4%)5 (50.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)9 (22.5%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (28.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (17.9%)
75 Years and over4 (18.2%)12 (40.0%)
Total24 (9.9%)77 (28.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur

According to the poverty statistics in Decatur, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (66.7%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years23 (63.9%)7 (31.8%)
25 to 34 Years50 (94.3%)16 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (55.6%)5 (50.0%)
45 to 54 Years43 (100.0%)31 (77.5%)
55 to 64 Years40 (100.0%)36 (72.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (100.0%)64 (82.1%)
75 Years and over18 (81.8%)18 (60.0%)
Total218 (90.1%)190 (71.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decatur

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Decatur show that 2.9% or 2 of the total 68 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decatur
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children64 (97.0%)2 (3.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (97.1%)2 (2.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decatur

According to the poverty data in Decatur, 29.4% or 10 single-father households and 37.5% or 3 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decatur
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children6 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children4 (66.7%)3 (42.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (29.4%)3 (37.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Decatur

The poverty data for Decatur shows that 2 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 13 of the single-parent households (30.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (3.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (53.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Decatur
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2 (3.0%)6 (21.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (53.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (2.9%)13 (30.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Decatur

Employment by Class of Employer in Decatur

Among the 211 employed individuals in Decatur, private company employees (138 | 65.4%), state government employees (17 | 8.1%), and local government employees (15 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Decatur
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13865.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)52.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)104.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations136.2%
Local Government Employees157.1%
State Government Employees178.1%
Federal Government Employees136.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total211100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Decatur

According to the labor force statistics for Decatur, out of the total population over 16 years of age (485), 53.0% or 257 individuals are in the labor force, with 17.9% or 46 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Decatur
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years43 (78.2%)17 (39.5%)
25 to 29 Years53 (100.0%)17 (32.1%)
30 to 34 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (63.2%)3 (25.0%)
45 to 54 Years65 (78.3%)9 (13.8%)
55 to 59 Years16 (53.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years18 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total257 (53.0%)46 (17.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decatur

According to labor force statistics for Decatur, 69.0% of individuals (180) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (261) are in the labor force, with 16.1% or 29 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 30 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 70.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decatur
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School10 (71.4%)10 (70.0%)
High School Diploma95 (77.2%)25 (20.0%)
College / Associate Degree45 (47.9%)6 (6.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total180 (69.0%)42 (16.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Decatur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decatur are Community & Social Service (27 | 12.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (17 | 8.1%), Education Instruction & Library (14 | 6.6%), Education, Arts & Media (11 | 5.2%), and Management (6 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Decatur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decatur, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (63.6%), and Community & Social Service (25.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Decatur
OccupationMaleFemale
Management6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (26.0%)37 (74.0%)
Total (Overall)127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Decatur are Food Preparation & Serving (14 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (12 | 5.7%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Decatur

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Decatur, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (78.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (8.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (91.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (21.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Decatur
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1 (8.3%)11 (91.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Decatur are Office & Administration (21 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (18 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Decatur

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Decatur
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
Office & Administration2 (9.5%)19 (90.5%)
Total (Category)11 (28.2%)28 (71.8%)
Total (Overall)127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Decatur are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (20 | 9.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 3.8%), and Construction & Extraction (7 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Decatur

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Decatur
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Decatur are Production (28 | 13.3%), Material Moving (18 | 8.5%), and Transportation (13 | 6.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Decatur

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Decatur
OccupationMaleFemale
Production28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
Total (Category)56 (94.9%)3 (5.1%)
Total (Overall)127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur

Employment Industries in Decatur

The major employment industries in Decatur include Health Care & Social Assistance (46 | 21.8%), Manufacturing (31 | 14.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (28 | 13.3%), Retail Trade (25 | 11.8%), and Administrative & Support (14 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Decatur

Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur

The Decatur industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing28 (90.3%)3 (9.7%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade13 (52.0%)12 (48.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (6.5%)43 (93.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total127 (60.2%)84 (39.8%)

Education in Decatur

School Enrollment in Decatur

The most common levels of schooling among the 28 students in Decatur are high school (9 | 32.1%), middle school (7 | 25.0%), and elementary school (4 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Decatur
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool27.1%
Kindergarten27.1%
Elementary School414.3%
Middle School725.0%
High School932.1%
College / Undergraduate414.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total28100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decatur

Out of a total of 28 students who are enrolled in schools in Decatur, 2 (7.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 26 (92.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (33.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decatur
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decatur

Arts & humanities (19 | 40.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (16 | 34.0%), business (10 | 21.3%), and liberal arts & history (2 | 4.3%) are the most common fields of study among 47 individuals in Decatur who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decatur
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1634.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business1021.3%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History24.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1940.4%
Total47100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Decatur

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decatur

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Decatur are males with 2 vehicles (42, accounting for 33.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (25, making up 50.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decatur
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle8 (6.3%)22 (26.2%)
2 Vehicles42 (33.1%)25 (29.8%)
3 Vehicles26 (20.5%)18 (21.4%)
4 Vehicles19 (15.0%)2 (2.4%)
5 or more Vehicles25 (19.7%)17 (20.2%)
Total127 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Decatur

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Decatur are 5 to 9 minutes (45 commuters, 22.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (31 commuters, 15.1%), and 45 to 59 minutes (30 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Decatur
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes73.4%
5 to 9 Minutes4522.0%
10 to 14 Minutes2411.7%
15 to 19 Minutes167.8%
20 to 24 Minutes3115.1%
25 to 29 Minutes62.9%
30 to 34 Minutes73.4%
35 to 39 Minutes104.9%
40 to 44 Minutes2210.7%
45 to 59 Minutes3014.6%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes73.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Decatur

The most common commute times in Decatur are 45 to 59 minutes (30 commuters, 23.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (24 commuters, 30.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Decatur
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (9.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes21 (16.5%)24 (30.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes6 (4.7%)18 (23.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes7 (5.5%)9 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes25 (19.7%)6 (7.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes8 (6.3%)2 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (12.6%)6 (7.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes30 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decatur

The most frequent times of departure to work in Decatur are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (49, 38.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (21, 26.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decatur
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (7.9%)5 (6.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM49 (38.6%)2 (2.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM19 (15.0%)5 (6.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10 (7.9%)17 (21.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7 (5.5%)17 (21.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2 (1.6%)21 (26.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (12.6%)11 (14.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Decatur

Occupancy by Ownership in Decatur

Of the total 249 dwellings in Decatur, owner-occupied units account for 190 (76.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 59 (23.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Decatur
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19076.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5923.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units249100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Decatur

Occupancy by Household Size in Decatur
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11947.8%
2-Person Household9136.5%
3-Person Household145.6%
4+ Person Household2510.0%
Total Housing Units249100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decatur

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decatur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household83 (69.8%)36 (30.2%)
2-Person Household78 (85.7%)13 (14.3%)
3-Person Household14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household15 (60.0%)10 (40.0%)
Total Housing Units190 (76.3%)59 (23.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decatur

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decatur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
High School Diploma79 (71.8%)31 (28.2%)
College/Associate Degree69 (79.3%)18 (20.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher29 (93.5%)2 (6.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decatur

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decatur
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2811.2%
35 to 44 Years62.4%
45 to 54 Years5421.7%
55 to 64 Years7028.1%
65 to 74 Years5522.1%
75 to 84 Years176.8%
85 Years and Over197.6%
Total249100.0%

Housing Finances in Decatur

Median Income by Occupancy in Decatur

Median Income by Occupancy in Decatur
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied190 (76.3%)$58,333
Renter-Occupied59 (23.7%)$0
Average249 (100.0%)$50,179

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decatur

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decatur
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (5.3%)16 (27.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9994 (2.1%)8 (13.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (4.7%)3 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99923 (12.1%)4 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (4.7%)3 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (12.6%)9 (15.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99934 (17.9%)4 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (20.0%)12 (20.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more19 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decatur

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decatur
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30013 (6.8%)24 (40.7%)
$300 to $49953 (27.9%)6 (10.2%)
$500 to $79956 (29.5%)5 (8.5%)
$800 to $99939 (20.5%)10 (17.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49912 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9999 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Decatur

Housing Structures in Decatur

Housing Structures in Decatur
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached20783.1%
Single Unit, Attached20.8%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2510.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other156.0%
Total249100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decatur

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decatur
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached183 (88.4%)24 (11.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Total190 (76.3%)59 (23.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decatur

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decatur
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (5.3%)23 (39.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms36 (19.0%)19 (32.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms80 (42.1%)13 (22.0%)
8 or more Rooms64 (33.7%)4 (6.8%)
Total190 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decatur

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decatur
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas130 (68.4%)28 (47.5%)
Electricity3 (1.6%)31 (52.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels53 (27.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Decatur

Household Vehicle Usage in Decatur
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (7.4%)14 (23.7%)
1 Vehicle29 (15.3%)26 (44.1%)
2 Vehicles86 (45.3%)9 (15.2%)
3 or more Vehicles61 (32.1%)10 (17.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)59 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Decatur

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Decatur

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units14941
Median Property Value$83,100$109,700
Median Household Income$58,542$0
Monthly Housing Costs$539$8
Real Estate Taxes$992$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decatur

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decatur
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00051 (34.2%)14 (34.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99933 (22.2%)3 (7.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99961 (40.9%)22 (53.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)2 (4.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decatur

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decatur
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (19.5%)4 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9996 (4.0%)7 (17.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (13.4%)3 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99928 (18.8%)4 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (18.1%)6 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (8.1%)11 (26.8%)
$150,000 or more19 (12.8%)6 (14.6%)
Total149 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decatur

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decatur
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x93 (62.4%)52,083 (127,031.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x11 (7.4%)21 (51.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (13.4%)7 (17.1%)
4.0x or more25 (16.8%)3 (7.3%)
Total149 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decatur

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decatur
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80042 (28.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49950 (33.6%)17 (41.5%)
$800 to $1,49940 (26.9%)7 (17.1%)
Total149 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Decatur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
6 to 18 Years20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years38 (65.5%)20 (34.5%)
26 to 34 Years26 (39.4%)40 (60.6%)
35 to 44 Years11 (57.9%)8 (42.1%)
45 to 54 Years66 (79.5%)17 (20.5%)
55 to 64 Years80 (88.9%)10 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total405 (79.6%)104 (20.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decatur

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decatur
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen38 (65.5%)20 (34.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decatur

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decatur
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00085 (85.0%)15 (15.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99962 (60.8%)40 (39.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99956 (88.9%)7 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999103 (75.2%)34 (24.8%)
$100,000 and over99 (92.5%)8 (7.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)4 (40.0%)
6 to 18 Years15 (65.2%)15 (65.2%)
19 to 25 Years4 (6.9%)34 (58.6%)
25 to 34 Years3 (4.5%)23 (34.8%)
35 to 44 Years7 (36.8%)11 (57.9%)
45 to 54 Years16 (19.3%)52 (62.6%)
55 to 64 Years12 (13.3%)71 (78.9%)
65 to 74 Years108 (100.0%)40 (37.0%)
75 Years and over50 (96.2%)28 (53.8%)
Total215 (42.2%)278 (54.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decatur

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decatur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (10.9%)20 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (15.4%)
75 Years and over12 (54.5%)13 (43.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Decatur

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Decatur: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (3.3%)5 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.4%)
75 Years and over7 (31.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Decatur: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.8%)
75 Years and over2 (9.1%)2 (6.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Decatur: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (3.3%)5 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (5.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Decatur: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (6.4%)
75 Years and over10 (45.5%)13 (43.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Decatur: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (13.6%)2 (6.7%)

Technology Access in Decatur

Computing Device Access in Decatur

Computing Device Access in Decatur
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop12650.6%
Smartphone17971.9%
Tablet10843.4%
No Computing Device4618.5%
Total249100.0%

Internet Access in Decatur

Internet Access in Decatur
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home6024.1%
Cellular Data Only6927.7%
Satellite Internet3212.9%
No Internet9136.5%
Total249100.0%

Decatur Summary

Decatur is a small town located in the state of Nebraska, in the United States. It is located in Burt County, in the northeastern corner of the state. The town was founded in 1871 and has a population of approximately 500 people.

Geography

Decatur is located in the northeastern corner of Nebraska, in Burt County. It is situated on the banks of the Missouri River, which forms the border between Nebraska and Iowa. The town is located at an elevation of 1,072 feet above sea level. The nearest major city is Omaha, which is located approximately 50 miles to the south.
The town is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The area is known for its rich soil and abundant wildlife. The climate is generally mild, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Decatur is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town also has a small manufacturing sector, which produces a variety of products, including furniture and clothing.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, grocery stores, and retail stores. The town also has a small tourism industry, which is centered around the nearby Missouri River.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Decatur was 498. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.
The median household income in Decatur was $41,250, and the median family income was $45,625. The per capita income for the town was $19,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

History

Decatur was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Iowa. The town was named after Stephen Decatur, a naval hero of the War of 1812. The town quickly grew, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural center.
In the early 20th century, Decatur was home to several large businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a brickyard. The town also had a thriving tourism industry, with several hotels and resorts located along the banks of the Missouri River.
In the late 20th century, Decatur began to decline as the agricultural industry shifted away from the area. The town has since become a quiet, rural community, with a focus on small businesses and tourism.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Decatur?
Total Population of Decatur is 509.
What is the Total Male Population of Decatur?
Total Male Population of Decatur is 242.
What is the Total Female Population of Decatur?
Total Female Population of Decatur is 267.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Decatur?
There are 90.64 Males per 100 Females in Decatur.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Decatur?
There are 110.33 Females per 100 Males in Decatur.
What is the Median Population Age in Decatur?
Median Population Age in Decatur is 53.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Decatur
Average Family Size in Decatur is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Decatur
Average Household Size in Decatur is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Decatur?
Per Capita income in Decatur is $36,070.
What is the Median Family Income in Decatur?
Median Family Income in Decatur is $77,500.
What is the Median Household income in Decatur?
Median Household Income in Decatur is $50,179.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Decatur?
Income or Wage Gap in Decatur is 52.8%.
Women in Decatur earn 47.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Decatur?
Inequality or Gini Index in Decatur is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Decatur?
There are 257 People in the Labor Forcein in Decatur.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Decatur?
53.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Decatur.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Decatur?
Unemployment Rate in Decatur is 17.9%.