Decherd, TN

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Decherd Overview

2,667
TOTAL POPULATION
1,196
MALE POPULATION
1,471
FEMALE POPULATION
81.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
122.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,632
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,413
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$28,438
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,252
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Decherd

The most populous races in Decherd are White / Caucasian (2,249 | 84.3%), Black / African American (252 | 9.5%), and Two or more Races (120 | 4.5%).
Race in Decherd
Race# Population% Population
Asian361.3%
Black / African American2529.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino401.5%
Native / Alaskan20.1%
White / Caucasian2,24984.3%
Two or more Races1204.5%
Some other Race80.3%
Total2,667100.0%

Ancestry in Decherd

The most populous ancestries reported in Decherd are American (549 | 20.6%), Irish (177 | 6.6%), English (111 | 4.2%), German (72 | 2.7%), and Mexican (40 | 1.5%), together accounting for 35.6% of all Decherd residents.
Ancestry in Decherd
Ancestry# Population% Population
American54920.6%
Bhutanese60.2%
British90.3%
Cherokee261.0%
Dutch110.4%
Eastern European40.2%
English1114.2%
European110.4%
French160.6%
French Canadian110.4%
German722.7%
Greek80.3%
Irish1776.6%
Italian170.6%
Mexican401.5%
Polish100.4%
Scotch-Irish331.2%
Scottish180.7%
Swedish301.1%
Thai271.0%
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Immigrants in Decherd

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Decherd came from Asia (46 | 1.7%), Eastern Asia (31 | 1.2%), China (25 | 0.9%), India (15 | 0.6%), and South Central Asia (15 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.9% of all Decherd residents.
Immigrants in Decherd
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia461.7%
Canada100.4%
Central America20.1%
China250.9%
Eastern Asia311.2%
India150.6%
Japan60.2%
Latin America20.1%
Mexico20.1%
South Central Asia150.6%
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Sex and Age in Decherd

Sex and Age in Decherd

The most populous age groups in Decherd are Under 5 Years (119 | 10.0%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (247 | 16.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Decherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years119 (10.0%)26 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Years73 (6.1%)63 (4.3%)
10 to 14 Years55 (4.6%)133 (9.0%)
15 to 19 Years107 (8.9%)18 (1.2%)
20 to 24 Years80 (6.7%)45 (3.1%)
25 to 29 Years106 (8.9%)109 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years67 (5.6%)80 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years89 (7.4%)247 (16.8%)
40 to 44 Years92 (7.7%)77 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years100 (8.4%)111 (7.5%)
50 to 54 Years49 (4.1%)92 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years67 (5.6%)77 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years77 (6.4%)121 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years40 (3.3%)90 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years31 (2.6%)77 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years12 (1.0%)34 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years16 (1.3%)54 (3.7%)
85 Years and over16 (1.3%)17 (1.2%)
Total1,196 (100.0%)1,471 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Decherd

Median Family Size in Decherd

The median family size in Decherd is 2.90 persons per family, with single female/mother families (223 | 36.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.09 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (29 | 4.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Decherd
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple366 (59.2%)2.86
Single Male/Father29 (4.7%)1.97
Single Female/Mother223 (36.1%)3.09
Total Families618 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Decherd

The median household size in Decherd is 2.02 persons per household, with single female/mother households (223 | 16.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.18 persons per household. non-family households (701 | 53.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Decherd
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple366 (27.8%)2.89
Single Male/Father29 (2.2%)2.17
Single Female/Mother223 (16.9%)3.18
Non-family701 (53.1%)1.19
Total Households1,319 (100.0%)2.02

Household Size by Marriage Status in Decherd

Out of a total of 1,319 households in Decherd, 618 (46.9%) are family households, while 701 (53.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 303, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 578.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Decherd
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-578 (43.8%)
2-Person Households303 (23.0%)123 (9.3%)
3-Person Households187 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households86 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households17 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households25 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total618 (46.9%)701 (53.1%)

Female Fertility in Decherd

Fertility by Age in Decherd

Average fertility rate in Decherd is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Decherd
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years16 (72.7%)68.0
35 to 50 years6 (27.3%)13.0
Total22 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decherd

50.0% of women with births (22) in Decherd are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 31.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decherd
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)

Fertility by Education in Decherd

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Decherd
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 Degree22 (100.0%)93.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total22 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decherd

50.0% of women with births in Decherd are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 50.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decherd
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)

Income in Decherd

Income Overview in Decherd

Per Capita Income in Decherd is $21,632, while median incomes of families and households are $46,413 and $28,438 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,667$21,632
Median Family Income618$46,413
Mean Family Income618$54,974
Median Household Income1,319$28,438
Mean Household Income1,319$42,393
Income Deficit618$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,66733.54%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,66766.46¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,6670.42

Earnings by Sex in Decherd

Average Earnings in Decherd are $29,107, $39,737 for men and $26,411 for women, a difference of 33.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Decherd
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male538 (44.2%)$39,737
Female680 (55.8%)$26,411
Total1,218 (100.0%)$29,107

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decherd

The most common earnings brackets in Decherd are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (63 | 11.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (251 | 36.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decherd
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (2.4%)8 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (0.9%)5 (0.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4998 (1.5%)17 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99931 (5.8%)10 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (1.3%)10 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99914 (2.6%)5 (0.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)45 (6.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99926 (4.8%)61 (9.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49911 (2.0%)24 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)32 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99946 (8.6%)251 (36.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99963 (11.7%)57 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99949 (9.1%)31 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99931 (5.8%)22 (3.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99951 (9.5%)26 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99924 (4.5%)9 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99957 (10.6%)36 (5.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99949 (9.1%)12 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (3.2%)19 (2.8%)
$100,000+36 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total538 (100.0%)680 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decherd

Average earnings in Decherd are $41,618 for men and $26,634 for women, a difference of 36.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,188, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $38,664. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,750, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,486.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decherd
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,577$0
High School Diploma$38,664$26,300
College or Associate's Degree$53,036$25,486
Bachelor's Degree$43,409$40,673
Graduate Degree$102,188$53,750
Total$41,618$26,634

Family Income in Decherd

Family Income Brackets in Decherd

According to the Decherd family income data, there are 164 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.5% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Decherd
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0006610.7%
$10,000 to $14,999294.7%
$15,000 to $24,999487.8%
$25,000 to $34,999548.7%
$35,000 to $49,99913321.5%
$50,000 to $74,99916426.5%
$75,000 to $99,999528.4%
$100,000 to $149,999538.6%
$150,000 to $199,999101.6%
$200,000+91.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decherd

2-person families (330 | 53.4%) account for the highest median family income in Decherd with $55,530 per family, while 2-person families (330 | 53.4%) have the highest median income of $27,765 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decherd
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families330 (53.4%)$55,530
3-Person Families165 (26.7%)$41,953
4-Person Families81 (13.1%)$0
5-Person Families17 (2.8%)$51,250
6-Person Families25 (4.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total618 (100.0%)$46,413

Family Income by Number of Earners in Decherd

Family Income by Number of Earners in Decherd
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners114 (18.4%)$0
1 Earner300 (48.5%)$39,412
2 Earners182 (29.4%)$74,750
3+ Earners22 (3.6%)$57,000
Total618 (100.0%)$46,413

Household Income in Decherd

Household Income Brackets in Decherd

With 288 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Decherd, accounting for 21.8% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (0.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Decherd
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00017513.3%
$10,000 to $14,999624.7%
$15,000 to $24,99920315.4%
$25,000 to $34,99928821.8%
$35,000 to $49,99919314.6%
$50,000 to $74,99924718.7%
$75,000 to $99,999634.8%
$100,000 to $149,999665.0%
$150,000 to $199,999151.1%
$200,000+90.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Decherd

The median household income in Decherd is $28,438, with the highest median household income of $42,404 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 461 households (34.9%) 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 38 households (2.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Decherd
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years38 (2.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years543 (41.2%)$27,362
45 to 64 Years461 (34.9%)$42,404
65+ Years277 (21.0%)$24,025
Total1,319 (100.0%)$28,438

Poverty in Decherd

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decherd

With 18.1% poverty level for males and 28.5% for females among the residents of Decherd, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 51 males (42.9%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (42.9%)8 (30.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (16.5%)69 (82.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)73 (70.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (31.4%)22 (44.0%)
25 to 34 Years32 (18.5%)11 (5.8%)
35 to 44 Years51 (28.2%)45 (13.9%)
45 to 54 Years26 (17.4%)26 (12.8%)
55 to 64 Years4 (2.8%)69 (34.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)70 (41.9%)
75 Years and over5 (11.4%)24 (22.9%)
Total216 (18.1%)420 (28.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Decherd

According to the poverty statistics in Decherd, males aged 12 to 14 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 Decherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (57.1%)18 (69.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years71 (83.5%)15 (17.9%)
12 to 14 Years43 (100.0%)31 (29.8%)
15 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years51 (89.5%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years59 (68.6%)28 (56.0%)
25 to 34 Years141 (81.5%)178 (94.2%)
35 to 44 Years130 (71.8%)279 (86.1%)
45 to 54 Years123 (82.6%)177 (87.2%)
55 to 64 Years140 (97.2%)129 (65.1%)
65 to 74 Years71 (100.0%)97 (58.1%)
75 Years and over39 (88.6%)81 (77.1%)
Total980 (81.9%)1,051 (71.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decherd

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Decherd show that 10.7% or 39 of the total 366 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 38.6%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decherd
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children233 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children62 (61.4%)39 (38.6%)
3 or 4 Children32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total327 (89.3%)39 (10.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decherd

According to the poverty data in Decherd, 10.3% or 3 single-father households and 34.1% or 76 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 3 households (17.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decherd
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (17.6%)58 (34.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (10.3%)76 (34.1%)

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

The poverty data for Decherd shows that 39 of the married-couple family households (10.7%) and 79 of the single-parent households (31.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (38.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Decherd
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children39 (38.6%)61 (33.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total39 (10.7%)79 (31.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Decherd

Employment by Class of Employer in Decherd

Among the 1,146 employed individuals in Decherd, private company employees (932 | 81.3%), local government employees (97 | 8.5%), and state government employees (47 | 4.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Decherd
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees93281.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)161.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)433.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees978.5%
State Government Employees474.1%
Federal Government Employees111.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,146100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Decherd

According to the labor force statistics for Decherd, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,151), 58.2% or 1,252 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 93 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.4% or 127 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 60.5% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Decherd
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years38 (48.7%)23 (60.5%)
20 to 24 Years75 (60.0%)17 (22.7%)
25 to 29 Years152 (70.7%)10 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years127 (86.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years423 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years208 (59.1%)32 (15.4%)
55 to 59 Years80 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years111 (56.1%)4 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years34 (14.3%)6 (17.6%)
75 Years and over4 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,252 (58.2%)93 (7.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decherd

According to labor force statistics for Decherd, 70.5% of individuals (1,101) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,561) are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 46 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 94.4% or 135 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 20.0% or 27 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decherd
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School34 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma569 (72.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree363 (74.2%)25 (5.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher135 (94.4%)29 (20.0%)
Total1,101 (70.5%)66 (4.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Decherd

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decherd are Health Diagnosing & Treating (70 | 6.1%), Community & Social Service (67 | 5.8%), Education Instruction & Library (60 | 5.2%), Business & Financial (32 | 2.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (31 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Decherd

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decherd, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Decherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (70.6%)5 (29.4%)
Business & Financial22 (68.8%)10 (31.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)65 (29.9%)152 (70.1%)
Total (Overall)504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Decherd are Healthcare Support (233 | 20.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (89 | 7.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (73 | 6.3%), Security & Protection (25 | 2.2%), and Law Enforcement (14 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Decherd

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Decherd, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Law Enforcement (64.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (87.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Decherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support17 (7.3%)216 (92.7%)
Security & Protection20 (80.0%)5 (20.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving9 (12.3%)64 (87.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance44 (49.4%)45 (50.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)90 (21.4%)330 (78.6%)
Total (Overall)504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Decherd are Sales & Related (116 | 10.0%), and Office & Administration (100 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Decherd

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Decherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related54 (46.6%)62 (53.4%)
Office & Administration42 (42.0%)58 (58.0%)
Total (Category)96 (44.4%)120 (55.6%)
Total (Overall)504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Decherd are Construction & Extraction (75 | 6.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (20 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Decherd

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Decherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair7 (35.0%)13 (65.0%)
Total (Category)82 (86.3%)13 (13.7%)
Total (Overall)504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Decherd are Production (141 | 12.2%), Transportation (35 | 3.0%), and Material Moving (31 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Decherd

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Decherd
OccupationMaleFemale
Production118 (83.7%)23 (16.3%)
Transportation32 (91.4%)3 (8.6%)
Material Moving21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)
Total (Category)171 (82.6%)36 (17.4%)
Total (Overall)504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Decherd

Employment Industries in Decherd

The major employment industries in Decherd include Health Care & Social Assistance (368 | 31.9%), Manufacturing (181 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (117 | 10.1%), Construction (94 | 8.1%), and Educational Services (79 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Decherd

Employment Industries by Sex in Decherd

The Decherd industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (90.6%), and Administrative & Support (88.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (93.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Decherd
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing135 (74.6%)46 (25.4%)
Wholesale Trade13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
Retail Trade61 (52.1%)56 (47.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (90.6%)3 (9.4%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific34 (55.7%)27 (44.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support44 (88.0%)6 (12.0%)
Educational Services20 (25.3%)59 (74.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance25 (6.8%)343 (93.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services17 (21.8%)61 (78.2%)
Public Administration20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Total504 (43.6%)651 (56.4%)

Education in Decherd

School Enrollment in Decherd

The most common levels of schooling among the 539 students in Decherd are middle school (178 | 33.0%), high school (141 | 26.2%), and elementary school (139 | 25.8%).
School Enrollment in Decherd
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool254.6%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School13925.8%
Middle School17833.0%
High School14126.2%
College / Undergraduate438.0%
Graduate / Professional132.4%
Total539100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decherd

Out of a total of 539 students who are enrolled in schools in Decherd, 48 (8.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 491 (91.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 32 (29.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 25 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decherd
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old124 (96.9%)4 (3.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds185 (98.4%)3 (1.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds77 (70.6%)32 (29.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds37 (86.1%)6 (14.0%)
35 Years and over27 (90.0%)3 (10.0%)
Total491 (91.1%)48 (8.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decherd

Education (44 | 26.5%), science & technology (25 | 15.1%), business (21 | 12.7%), literature & languages (20 | 12.0%), and computers & mathematics (9 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 166 individuals in Decherd who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decherd
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics95.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural63.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology84.8%
Social Sciences53.0%
Engineering31.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies53.0%
Science & Technology2515.1%
Business2112.7%
Education4426.5%
Literature & Languages2012.0%
Liberal Arts & History42.4%
Visual & Performing Arts95.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities74.2%
Total166100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Decherd

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decherd

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Decherd are males with 2 vehicles (191, accounting for 37.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (211, making up 29.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decherd
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle21 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle141 (27.9%)297 (46.4%)
2 Vehicles191 (37.8%)211 (33.0%)
3 Vehicles132 (26.1%)110 (17.2%)
4 Vehicles21 (4.2%)22 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total506 (100.0%)640 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Decherd

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Decherd are 15 to 19 minutes (243 commuters, 23.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (217 commuters, 20.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (140 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Decherd
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes525.0%
5 to 9 Minutes21720.7%
10 to 14 Minutes12111.6%
15 to 19 Minutes24323.2%
20 to 24 Minutes10910.4%
25 to 29 Minutes292.8%
30 to 34 Minutes14013.4%
35 to 39 Minutes222.1%
40 to 44 Minutes151.4%
45 to 59 Minutes70.7%
60 to 89 Minutes545.2%
90 or more Minutes373.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Decherd

The most common commute times in Decherd are 5 to 9 minutes (142 commuters, 30.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (220 commuters, 37.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Decherd
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes33 (7.2%)19 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes142 (30.9%)75 (12.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (8.9%)80 (13.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (5.0%)220 (37.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes36 (7.8%)73 (12.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes12 (2.6%)17 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (14.6%)73 (12.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (3.7%)5 (0.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (2.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes7 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes44 (9.6%)10 (1.7%)
90 or more Minutes37 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decherd

The most frequent times of departure to work in Decherd are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (93, 20.3%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (248, 42.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decherd
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM93 (20.3%)17 (2.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM83 (18.1%)20 (3.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM21 (4.6%)20 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM12 (2.6%)248 (42.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM20 (4.4%)66 (11.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM66 (14.4%)23 (3.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM17 (3.7%)47 (8.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (1.5%)3 (0.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM25 (5.4%)51 (8.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM11 (2.4%)21 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM44 (9.6%)9 (1.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM55 (12.0%)39 (6.6%)
Total459 (100.0%)587 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Decherd

Occupancy by Ownership in Decherd

Of the total 1,319 dwellings in Decherd, owner-occupied units account for 517 (39.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 802 (60.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Decherd
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51739.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units80260.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,319100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Decherd

Occupancy by Household Size in Decherd
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household57843.8%
2-Person Household42632.3%
3-Person Household18714.2%
4+ Person Household1289.7%
Total Housing Units1,319100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decherd

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decherd
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household142 (24.6%)436 (75.4%)
2-Person Household248 (58.2%)178 (41.8%)
3-Person Household75 (40.1%)112 (59.9%)
4+ Person Household52 (40.6%)76 (59.4%)
Total Housing Units517 (39.2%)802 (60.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decherd

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decherd
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School78 (63.9%)44 (36.1%)
High School Diploma193 (28.6%)481 (71.4%)
College/Associate Degree166 (41.2%)237 (58.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher80 (66.7%)40 (33.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decherd

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decherd
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20615.6%
35 to 44 Years37528.4%
45 to 54 Years25919.6%
55 to 64 Years20215.3%
65 to 74 Years16812.7%
75 to 84 Years806.1%
85 Years and Over292.2%
Total1,319100.0%

Housing Finances in Decherd

Median Income by Occupancy in Decherd

Median Income by Occupancy in Decherd
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied517 (39.2%)$42,765
Renter-Occupied802 (60.8%)$26,563
Average1,319 (100.0%)$28,438

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decherd

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decherd
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00017 (3.3%)21 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99937 (7.2%)100 (12.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99927 (5.2%)35 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (1.7%)78 (9.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99974 (14.3%)42 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (7.2%)250 (31.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99996 (18.6%)97 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99998 (19.0%)148 (18.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (10.1%)11 (1.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (8.9%)20 (2.5%)
$150,000 or more24 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total517 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decherd

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decherd
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30049 (9.5%)40 (5.0%)
$300 to $499178 (34.4%)34 (4.2%)
$500 to $799161 (31.1%)249 (31.0%)
$800 to $99965 (12.6%)400 (49.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49955 (10.6%)46 (5.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)17 (2.1%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total517 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Decherd

Housing Structures in Decherd

Housing Structures in Decherd
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached68051.5%
Single Unit, Attached251.9%
2 Unit Apartments40030.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments584.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments695.2%
10 or more Apartments40.3%
Mobile Home / Other836.3%
Total1,319100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decherd

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decherd
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached448 (65.9%)232 (34.1%)
Single Unit, Attached15 (60.0%)10 (40.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)400 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other54 (65.1%)29 (34.9%)
Total517 (39.2%)802 (60.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decherd

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decherd
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)56 (7.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (1.5%)85 (10.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms233 (45.1%)548 (68.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms162 (31.3%)91 (11.4%)
8 or more Rooms114 (22.1%)22 (2.7%)
Total517 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decherd

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decherd
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas181 (35.0%)61 (7.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity323 (62.5%)735 (91.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)6 (0.7%)
Total517 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Decherd

Household Vehicle Usage in Decherd
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle19 (3.7%)77 (9.6%)
1 Vehicle143 (27.7%)557 (69.5%)
2 Vehicles193 (37.3%)144 (18.0%)
3 or more Vehicles162 (31.3%)24 (3.0%)
Total517 (100.0%)802 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Decherd

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Decherd

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units334183
Median Property Value$113,800$104,200
Median Household Income$37,143$18
Monthly Housing Costs$431$0
Real Estate Taxes$839$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decherd

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decherd
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99978 (23.4%)86 (47.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999220 (65.9%)88 (48.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9992 (0.6%)9 (4.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99910 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total334 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decherd

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decherd
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00050 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99986 (25.8%)4 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (7.5%)24 (13.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99970 (21.0%)12 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (14.1%)26 (14.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (9.6%)51 (27.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (5.4%)20 (10.9%)
$150,000 or more6 (1.8%)28 (15.3%)
Total334 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decherd

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decherd
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x91 (27.3%)68,967 (37,686.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x43 (12.9%)103 (56.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x24 (7.2%)29 (15.9%)
4.0x or more168 (50.3%)43 (23.5%)
Total334 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decherd

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decherd
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800148 (44.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499116 (34.7%)86 (47.0%)
$800 to $1,49953 (15.9%)79 (43.2%)
Total334 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Decherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decherd
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years405 (91.8%)36 (8.2%)
19 to 25 Years123 (74.1%)43 (25.9%)
26 to 34 Years255 (79.4%)66 (20.6%)
35 to 44 Years415 (83.0%)85 (17.0%)
45 to 54 Years272 (77.3%)80 (22.7%)
55 to 64 Years299 (87.4%)43 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,309 (86.7%)353 (13.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decherd
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen405 (91.8%)36 (8.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen123 (74.1%)43 (25.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decherd

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decherd
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000673 (81.1%)157 (18.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999775 (92.9%)59 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999545 (87.1%)81 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999132 (85.2%)23 (14.8%)
$100,000 and over184 (84.8%)33 (15.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decherd

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decherd
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6136 (88.9%)22 (14.4%)
6 to 18 Years336 (76.2%)84 (19.1%)
19 to 25 Years69 (41.6%)60 (36.1%)
25 to 34 Years58 (18.1%)201 (62.6%)
35 to 44 Years58 (11.6%)396 (79.2%)
45 to 54 Years137 (38.9%)220 (62.5%)
55 to 64 Years109 (31.9%)200 (58.5%)
65 to 74 Years238 (100.0%)104 (43.7%)
75 Years and over149 (100.0%)113 (75.8%)
Total1,290 (48.5%)1,400 (52.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decherd

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decherd
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (42.3%)
5 to 17 Years97 (42.4%)42 (20.1%)
18 to 34 Years68 (26.3%)29 (12.1%)
35 to 64 Years75 (16.0%)214 (29.5%)
65 to 74 Years44 (62.0%)13 (7.8%)
75 Years and over29 (65.9%)65 (61.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Decherd

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Decherd: <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 Years26 (5.5%)15 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years27 (38.0%)13 (7.8%)
75 Years and over20 (45.5%)28 (26.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Decherd: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (42.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years27 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (8.1%)42 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years27 (38.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (20.4%)28 (26.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Decherd: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years97 (42.4%)42 (20.1%)
18 to 34 Years63 (24.3%)29 (12.1%)
35 to 64 Years24 (5.1%)174 (24.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.4%)
75 Years and over12 (27.3%)20 (19.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Decherd: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years49 (10.4%)128 (17.7%)
65 to 74 Years40 (56.3%)4 (2.4%)
75 Years and over12 (27.3%)27 (25.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Decherd: <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%)21 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years23 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (15.2%)

Technology Access in Decherd

Computing Device Access in Decherd

Computing Device Access in Decherd
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop66550.4%
Smartphone1,12685.4%
Tablet56342.7%
No Computing Device1269.6%
Total1,319100.0%

Internet Access in Decherd

Internet Access in Decherd
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet100.8%
Broadband Home60145.6%
Cellular Data Only36127.4%
Satellite Internet483.6%
No Internet31423.8%
Total1,319100.0%

Decherd Summary

Decherd is a small town located in Franklin County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Cumberland Plateau, approximately 30 miles south of Nashville. The town was founded in 1820 and was named after a local family, the Decherds. The population of Decherd was 2,845 in the 2010 census.

Geography

Decherd is located at 35°14'N 86°14'W. It is situated in the foothills of the Cumberland Plateau, approximately 30 miles south of Nashville. The town is located in the Sequatchie Valley, which is a narrow valley between the Cumberland Plateau and the Cumberland Mountains. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is situated on the banks of the Elk River. The climate in Decherd is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

Decherd’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a steel mill, and a plastics plant. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The town is also home to several large employers, including the Tennessee Valley Authority, which operates a nuclear power plant in the area. The town is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, which has a satellite campus in Decherd.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Decherd was 2,845. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Decherd was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Decherd is a small town located in Franklin County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Cumberland Plateau, approximately 30 miles south of Nashville. The town was founded in 1820 and was named after a local family, the Decherds. The population of Decherd was 2,845 in the 2010 census. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and it is home to several large employers, including the Tennessee Valley Authority. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. The median income for a household in Decherd was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the town was $19,945.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Decherd?
Total Population of Decherd is 2,667.
What is the Total Male Population of Decherd?
Total Male Population of Decherd is 1,196.
What is the Total Female Population of Decherd?
Total Female Population of Decherd is 1,471.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Decherd?
There are 81.31 Males per 100 Females in Decherd.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Decherd?
There are 122.99 Females per 100 Males in Decherd.
What is the Median Population Age in Decherd?
Median Population Age in Decherd is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Decherd
Average Family Size in Decherd is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Decherd
Average Household Size in Decherd is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Decherd?
Per Capita income in Decherd is $21,632.
What is the Median Family Income in Decherd?
Median Family Income in Decherd is $46,413.
What is the Median Household income in Decherd?
Median Household Income in Decherd is $28,438.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Decherd?
Income or Wage Gap in Decherd is 33.5%.
Women in Decherd earn 66.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Decherd?
Inequality or Gini Index in Decherd is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Decherd?
There are 1,252 People in the Labor Forcein in Decherd.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Decherd?
58.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Decherd.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Decherd?
Unemployment Rate in Decherd is 7.4%.