Decatur County, TN Map & Demographics

Decatur County Overview

$27,578
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,795
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,466
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,237
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,483
TOTAL POPULATION
5,661
MALE POPULATION
5,822
FEMALE POPULATION
97.23
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
4,795
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Decatur County Area Codes

Income in Decatur County

Income Overview in Decatur County

Per Capita Income in Decatur County is $27,578, while median incomes of families and households are $63,795 and $48,466 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,483$27,578
Median Family Income3,039$63,795
Mean Family Income3,039$81,289
Median Household Income4,363$48,466
Mean Household Income4,363$68,881
Income Deficit3,039$10,237
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,48325.84%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,48374.16¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,4830.49

Earnings by Sex in Decatur County

Average Earnings in Decatur County are $34,278, $40,842 for men and $30,290 for women, a difference of 25.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Decatur County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,527 (53.0%)$40,842
Female2,238 (47.0%)$30,290
Total4,765 (100.0%)$34,278

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decatur County

The most common earnings brackets in Decatur County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (320 | 12.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (247 | 11.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Decatur County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less60 (2.4%)184 (8.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99918 (0.7%)103 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49923 (0.9%)84 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99926 (1.0%)62 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49958 (2.3%)67 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99917 (0.7%)42 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499187 (7.4%)122 (5.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999139 (5.5%)98 (4.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49928 (1.1%)147 (6.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999111 (4.4%)65 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999243 (9.6%)132 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999203 (8.0%)247 (11.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99970 (2.8%)125 (5.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999284 (11.2%)103 (4.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999144 (5.7%)175 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999160 (6.3%)31 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999320 (12.7%)217 (9.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999120 (4.8%)102 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999212 (8.4%)81 (3.6%)
$100,000+104 (4.1%)51 (2.3%)
Total2,527 (100.0%)2,238 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decatur County

Average earnings in Decatur County are $41,930 for men and $31,959 for women, a difference of 23.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,568, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,492. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,643, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,227.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Decatur County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$41,159$24,250
High School Diploma$40,492$21,227
College or Associate's Degree$41,667$31,835
Bachelor's Degree$58,990$47,025
Graduate Degree$70,568$59,643
Total$41,930$31,959

Family Income in Decatur County

Family Income Brackets in Decatur County

According to the Decatur County family income data, there are 638 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 100 families (3.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Decatur County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001284.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991093.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991986.5%
$25,000 to $34,99935911.8%
$35,000 to $49,99937712.4%
$50,000 to $74,99963821.0%
$75,000 to $99,99960820.0%
$100,000 to $149,99940113.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991193.9%
$200,000+1003.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decatur County

4-person families (435 | 14.3%) account for the highest median family income in Decatur County with $98,050 per family, while 2-person families (1,800 | 59.2%) have the highest median income of $28,166 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Decatur County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,800 (59.2%)$56,333
3-Person Families325 (10.7%)$58,819
4-Person Families435 (14.3%)$98,050
5-Person Families189 (6.2%)$66,328
6-Person Families216 (7.1%)$76,010
7+ Person Families74 (2.4%)$90,345
Total3,039 (100.0%)$63,795

Family Income by Number of Earners in Decatur County

The median family income in Decatur County is $63,795, with families comprising 3+ earners (155) having the highest median family income of $101,576, while families with no earners (805) have the lowest median family income of $27,393, accounting for 5.1% and 26.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Decatur County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners805 (26.5%)$27,393
1 Earner975 (32.1%)$55,188
2 Earners1,104 (36.3%)$85,357
3+ Earners155 (5.1%)$101,576
Total3,039 (100.0%)$63,795

Household Income in Decatur County

Household Income Brackets in Decatur County

With 729 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Decatur County, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 105 households (2.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Decatur County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002365.4%
$10,000 to $14,9993758.6%
$15,000 to $24,99943610.0%
$25,000 to $34,99954512.5%
$35,000 to $49,99965915.1%
$50,000 to $74,99972916.7%
$75,000 to $99,99970216.1%
$100,000 to $149,9994329.9%
$150,000 to $199,9991443.3%
$200,000+1052.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Decatur County

The median household income in Decatur County is $48,466, with the highest median household income of $67,380 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,671 households (38.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $31,641, with 1,722 households (39.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Decatur County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years108 (2.5%)$37,333
25 to 44 Years862 (19.8%)$59,487
45 to 64 Years1,671 (38.3%)$67,380
65+ Years1,722 (39.5%)$31,641
Total4,363 (100.0%)$48,466

Poverty in Decatur County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur County

With 17.1% poverty level for males and 21.3% for females among the residents of Decatur County, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 27 males (48.2%) and 105 females (47.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (26.5%)103 (40.9%)
5 Years27 (48.2%)16 (35.6%)
6 to 11 Years76 (17.6%)37 (11.0%)
12 to 14 Years40 (15.6%)105 (47.9%)
15 Years6 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (7.2%)71 (47.3%)
18 to 24 Years154 (35.0%)113 (28.2%)
25 to 34 Years124 (21.2%)124 (22.3%)
35 to 44 Years62 (10.0%)51 (7.5%)
45 to 54 Years37 (5.2%)154 (21.2%)
55 to 64 Years195 (24.6%)110 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years96 (12.9%)96 (12.4%)
75 Years and over51 (11.7%)231 (36.7%)
Total957 (17.1%)1,211 (21.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Decatur County

According to the poverty statistics in Decatur County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.8% 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 County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years222 (73.5%)149 (59.1%)
5 Years29 (51.8%)29 (64.4%)
6 to 11 Years355 (82.4%)298 (89.0%)
12 to 14 Years216 (84.4%)114 (52.0%)
15 Years83 (93.3%)60 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years116 (92.8%)79 (52.7%)
18 to 24 Years286 (65.0%)288 (71.8%)
25 to 34 Years460 (78.8%)432 (77.7%)
35 to 44 Years557 (90.0%)633 (92.5%)
45 to 54 Years670 (94.8%)573 (78.8%)
55 to 64 Years599 (75.4%)745 (87.1%)
65 to 74 Years648 (87.1%)675 (87.5%)
75 Years and over384 (88.3%)399 (63.3%)
Total4,625 (82.9%)4,474 (78.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decatur County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Decatur County show that 10.9% or 272 of the total 2,493 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 27.5%, comprising of 90 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.6%, which includes 108 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Decatur County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,532 (93.4%)108 (6.6%)
1 or 2 Children412 (86.0%)67 (14.0%)
3 or 4 Children237 (72.5%)90 (27.5%)
5 or more Children40 (85.1%)7 (14.9%)
Total2,221 (89.1%)272 (10.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decatur County

According to the poverty data in Decatur County, 17.1% or 24 single-father households and 33.0% or 134 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Decatur County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)51 (24.9%)
1 or 2 Children16 (21.0%)81 (40.7%)
3 or 4 Children8 (66.7%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (17.1%)134 (33.0%)

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

The poverty data for Decatur County shows that 272 of the married-couple family households (10.9%) and 158 of the single-parent households (28.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (27.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (71.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Decatur County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children108 (6.6%)51 (19.8%)
1 or 2 Children67 (14.0%)97 (35.3%)
3 or 4 Children90 (27.5%)10 (71.4%)
5 or more Children7 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total272 (10.9%)158 (28.9%)

Race in Decatur County

The most populous races in Decatur County are White / Caucasian (10,560 | 92.0%), Two or more Races (585 | 5.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (408 | 3.5%).
Race in Decatur County
Race# Population% Population
Asian120.1%
Black / African American2702.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4083.5%
Native / Alaskan80.1%
White / Caucasian10,56092.0%
Two or more Races5855.1%
Some other Race480.4%
Total11,483100.0%

Ancestry in Decatur County

The most populous ancestries reported in Decatur County are American (1,931 | 16.8%), Irish (1,451 | 12.6%), English (1,329 | 11.6%), German (1,162 | 10.1%), and European (390 | 3.4%), together accounting for 54.5% of all Decatur County residents.
Ancestry in Decatur County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African800.7%
American1,93116.8%
British380.3%
Burmese60.1%
Celtic60.1%
Central American640.6%
Cherokee550.5%
Cuban1321.1%
Czech40.0%
Czechoslovakian70.1%
Danish180.2%
Dutch620.5%
Eastern European330.3%
English1,32911.6%
European3903.4%
French2071.8%
French Canadian40.0%
German1,16210.1%
Irish1,45112.6%
Italian1531.3%
Korean60.1%
Lithuanian80.1%
Mexican1521.3%
Nigerian140.1%
Northern European130.1%
Norwegian390.3%
Polish540.5%
Puerto Rican420.4%
Russian100.1%
Salvadoran640.6%
Scandinavian20.0%
Scotch-Irish300.3%
Scottish1761.5%
Subsaharan African940.8%
Swedish120.1%
Welsh1411.2%
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Immigrants in Decatur County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Decatur County came from Europe (14 | 0.1%), England (8 | 0.1%), Northern Europe (8 | 0.1%), Asia (6 | 0.1%), and Italy (6 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.4% of all Decatur County residents.
Immigrants in Decatur County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia60.1%
Central America50.0%
England80.1%
Europe140.1%
Italy60.1%
Latin America50.0%
Mexico50.0%
Northern Europe80.1%
Philippines60.1%
South Eastern Asia60.1%
Southern Europe60.1%
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Sex and Age in Decatur County

Sex and Age in Decatur County

The most populous age groups in Decatur County are 55 to 59 Years (445 | 7.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (519 | 8.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Decatur County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years302 (5.3%)252 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years344 (6.1%)255 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years399 (7.0%)344 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years344 (6.1%)335 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years310 (5.5%)276 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years335 (5.9%)269 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years249 (4.4%)287 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years202 (3.6%)290 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years424 (7.5%)400 (6.9%)
45 to 49 Years336 (5.9%)325 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years378 (6.7%)402 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years445 (7.9%)519 (8.9%)
60 to 64 Years396 (7.0%)366 (6.3%)
65 to 69 Years419 (7.4%)435 (7.5%)
70 to 74 Years337 (5.9%)360 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years206 (3.6%)291 (5.0%)
80 to 84 Years164 (2.9%)301 (5.2%)
85 Years and over71 (1.3%)115 (2.0%)
Total5,661 (100.0%)5,822 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Decatur County

Median Family Size in Decatur County

The median family size in Decatur County is 3.12 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,493 | 82.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (140 | 4.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Decatur County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,493 (82.0%)3.22
Single Male/Father140 (4.6%)2.54
Single Female/Mother406 (13.4%)2.69
Total Families3,039 (100.0%)3.12

Median Household Size in Decatur County

The median household size in Decatur County is 2.58 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,493 | 57.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (1,324 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Decatur County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,493 (57.1%)3.25
Single Male/Father140 (3.2%)2.84
Single Female/Mother406 (9.3%)2.93
Non-family1,324 (30.3%)1.19
Total Households4,363 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Decatur County

Out of a total of 4,363 households in Decatur County, 3,039 (69.7%) are family households, while 1,324 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,704, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,166.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Decatur County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,166 (26.7%)
2-Person Households1,704 (39.1%)148 (3.4%)
3-Person Households400 (9.2%)10 (0.2%)
4-Person Households428 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households205 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households228 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households74 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,039 (69.7%)1,324 (30.3%)

Female Fertility in Decatur County

Fertility by Age in Decatur County

Average fertility rate in Decatur County is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 168.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Decatur County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years140 (97.9%)168.0
35 to 50 years3 (2.1%)3.0
Total143 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decatur County

71.3% of women with births (143) in Decatur County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Decatur County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years99 (70.7%)41 (29.3%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total102 (71.3%)41 (28.7%)

Fertility by Education in Decatur County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Decatur County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (2.1%)7.0
High School Diploma72 (50.3%)116.0
College or Associate's Degree16 (11.2%)23.0
Bachelor's Degree52 (36.4%)124.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total143 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decatur County

28.7% of women with births in Decatur County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 75.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Decatur County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma69 (95.8%)3 (4.2%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Bachelor's Degree26 (50.0%)26 (50.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total102 (71.3%)41 (28.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Decatur County

Employment by Class of Employer in Decatur County

Among the 4,370 employed individuals in Decatur County, private company employees (3,193 | 73.1%), local government employees (480 | 11.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (389 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Decatur County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,19373.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)310.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3898.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations1162.6%
Local Government Employees48011.0%
State Government Employees1252.9%
Federal Government Employees360.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,370100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Decatur County

According to the labor force statistics for Decatur County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,438), 50.8% or 4,795 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.9% or 379 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.1% or 514 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.3% or 148 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Decatur County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years195 (36.8%)53 (27.2%)
20 to 24 Years419 (71.5%)148 (35.3%)
25 to 29 Years514 (85.1%)24 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Years373 (69.6%)15 (4.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,037 (78.8%)64 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,058 (73.4%)65 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years513 (53.2%)10 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years358 (47.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years295 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over37 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,795 (50.8%)379 (7.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decatur County

According to labor force statistics for Decatur County, 68.5% of individuals (3,852) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,623) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 177 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 77.2% or 810 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.5% or 42 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Decatur County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School310 (45.3%)92 (13.5%)
High School Diploma1,688 (66.9%)111 (4.4%)
College / Associate Degree1,044 (76.4%)79 (5.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher810 (77.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,852 (68.5%)259 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Decatur County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decatur County are Health Diagnosing & Treating (437 | 9.9%), Community & Social Service (271 | 6.1%), Health Technologists (257 | 5.8%), Business & Financial (229 | 5.2%), and Management (208 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Decatur County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Decatur County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (87.5%), Architecture & Engineering (73.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (68.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.8%), and Health Technologists (91.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Decatur County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management113 (54.3%)95 (45.7%)
Business & Financial89 (38.9%)140 (61.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science74 (68.5%)34 (31.5%)
Computers & Mathematics22 (55.0%)18 (45.0%)
Architecture & Engineering38 (73.1%)14 (26.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science14 (87.5%)2 (12.5%)
Community & Social Service 48 (17.7%)223 (82.3%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (24.1%)63 (75.9%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library28 (15.1%)157 (84.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating27 (6.2%)410 (93.8%)
Health Technologists23 (8.9%)234 (91.0%)
Total (Category)351 (28.0%)902 (72.0%)
Total (Overall)2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Decatur County are Healthcare Support (163 | 3.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (143 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (118 | 2.7%), Security & Protection (86 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (78 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Decatur County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Decatur County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (69.8%), and Law Enforcement (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Decatur County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)163 (100.0%)
Security & Protection60 (69.8%)26 (30.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement52 (66.7%)26 (33.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving62 (43.4%)81 (56.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance58 (49.1%)60 (50.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Total (Category)180 (31.4%)393 (68.6%)
Total (Overall)2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Decatur County are Office & Administration (446 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (386 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Decatur County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Decatur County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related190 (49.2%)196 (50.8%)
Office & Administration109 (24.4%)337 (75.6%)
Total (Category)299 (35.9%)533 (64.1%)
Total (Overall)2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Decatur County are Construction & Extraction (368 | 8.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (289 | 6.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (38 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Decatur County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Decatur County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction352 (95.7%)16 (4.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair289 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)679 (97.7%)16 (2.3%)
Total (Overall)2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Decatur County are Production (579 | 13.1%), Material Moving (305 | 6.9%), and Transportation (182 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Decatur County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Decatur County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production437 (75.5%)142 (24.5%)
Transportation157 (86.3%)25 (13.7%)
Material Moving170 (55.7%)135 (44.3%)
Total (Category)764 (71.7%)302 (28.3%)
Total (Overall)2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur County

Employment Industries in Decatur County

The major employment industries in Decatur County include Manufacturing (1,024 | 23.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (729 | 16.5%), Retail Trade (535 | 12.1%), Public Administration (328 | 7.4%), and Construction (311 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Decatur County

Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur County

The Decatur County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Decatur County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction306 (98.4%)5 (1.6%)
Manufacturing730 (71.3%)294 (28.7%)
Wholesale Trade105 (84.0%)20 (16.0%)
Retail Trade159 (29.7%)376 (70.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing150 (78.9%)40 (21.0%)
Utilities59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information22 (71.0%)9 (29.0%)
Finance & Insurance19 (19.0%)81 (81.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific13 (17.8%)60 (82.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services42 (19.0%)179 (81.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance53 (7.3%)676 (92.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services57 (33.1%)115 (66.9%)
Public Administration101 (30.8%)227 (69.2%)
Total2,273 (51.4%)2,146 (48.6%)

Education in Decatur County

School Enrollment in Decatur County

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,198 students in Decatur County are middle school (584 | 26.6%), high school (564 | 25.7%), and elementary school (467 | 21.2%).
School Enrollment in Decatur County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool884.0%
Kindergarten1818.2%
Elementary School46721.2%
Middle School58426.6%
High School56425.7%
College / Undergraduate27212.4%
Graduate / Professional421.9%
Total2,198100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decatur County

Out of a total of 2,198 students who are enrolled in schools in Decatur County, 226 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,972 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (32.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 55 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Decatur County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds37 (67.3%)18 (32.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old524 (89.7%)60 (10.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds626 (87.9%)86 (12.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds397 (93.6%)27 (6.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds186 (93.9%)12 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds76 (76.8%)23 (23.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,972 (89.7%)226 (10.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decatur County

Business (247 | 18.1%), science & technology (200 | 14.7%), education (193 | 14.2%), computers & mathematics (113 | 8.3%), and social sciences (103 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,363 individuals in Decatur County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Decatur County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1138.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural936.8%
Physical & Health Sciences453.3%
Psychology272.0%
Social Sciences1037.6%
Engineering967.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies70.5%
Science & Technology20014.7%
Business24718.1%
Education19314.2%
Literature & Languages221.6%
Liberal Arts & History634.6%
Visual & Performing Arts513.7%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1037.6%
Total1,363100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Decatur County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decatur County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Decatur County are males with 2 vehicles (1,068, accounting for 47.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (733, making up 50.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Decatur County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle24 (1.1%)34 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle169 (7.5%)213 (10.1%)
2 Vehicles1,068 (47.3%)733 (34.7%)
3 Vehicles674 (29.9%)599 (28.3%)
4 Vehicles201 (8.9%)346 (16.4%)
5 or more Vehicles120 (5.3%)189 (8.9%)
Total2,256 (100.0%)2,114 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Decatur County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Decatur County are 15 to 19 minutes (670 commuters, 16.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (659 commuters, 16.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (643 commuters, 15.7%).
Commute Time in Decatur County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2014.9%
5 to 9 Minutes54613.3%
10 to 14 Minutes64315.7%
15 to 19 Minutes67016.4%
20 to 24 Minutes65916.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1964.8%
30 to 34 Minutes3077.5%
35 to 39 Minutes541.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1523.7%
45 to 59 Minutes2456.0%
60 to 89 Minutes3779.2%
90 or more Minutes461.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Decatur County

The most common commute times in Decatur County are 15 to 19 minutes (391 commuters, 18.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (365 commuters, 18.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Decatur County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes135 (6.3%)66 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes181 (8.4%)365 (18.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes305 (14.2%)338 (17.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes391 (18.2%)279 (14.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes369 (17.2%)290 (14.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes67 (3.1%)129 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes157 (7.3%)150 (7.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes48 (2.2%)6 (0.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (1.9%)112 (5.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes100 (4.7%)145 (7.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes323 (15.1%)54 (2.8%)
90 or more Minutes29 (1.3%)17 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decatur County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Decatur County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (337, 15.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (380, 19.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Decatur County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM170 (7.9%)39 (2.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM195 (9.1%)55 (2.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM229 (10.7%)66 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM337 (15.7%)195 (10.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM299 (13.9%)318 (16.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM299 (13.9%)380 (19.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM89 (4.2%)272 (13.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM146 (6.8%)166 (8.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM27 (1.3%)40 (2.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM35 (1.6%)127 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM21 (1.0%)67 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM175 (8.2%)57 (2.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM107 (5.0%)169 (8.7%)
Total2,145 (100.0%)1,951 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Decatur County

Occupancy by Ownership in Decatur County

Of the total 4,363 dwellings in Decatur County, owner-occupied units account for 3,413 (78.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 950 (21.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Decatur County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,41378.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units95021.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,363100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Decatur County

Occupancy by Household Size in Decatur County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,16626.7%
2-Person Household1,85242.4%
3-Person Household4109.4%
4+ Person Household93521.4%
Total Housing Units4,363100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decatur County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Decatur County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household838 (71.9%)328 (28.1%)
2-Person Household1,601 (86.5%)251 (13.6%)
3-Person Household289 (70.5%)121 (29.5%)
4+ Person Household685 (73.3%)250 (26.7%)
Total Housing Units3,413 (78.2%)950 (21.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decatur County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Decatur County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School542 (86.6%)84 (13.4%)
High School Diploma1,358 (72.2%)522 (27.8%)
College/Associate Degree821 (74.8%)276 (25.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher692 (91.0%)68 (8.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decatur County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Decatur County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years52212.0%
35 to 44 Years44810.3%
45 to 54 Years88320.2%
55 to 64 Years78818.1%
65 to 74 Years99922.9%
75 to 84 Years60914.0%
85 Years and Over1142.6%
Total4,363100.0%

Housing Finances in Decatur County

Median Income by Occupancy in Decatur County

Median Income by Occupancy in Decatur County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,413 (78.2%)$57,372
Renter-Occupied950 (21.8%)$32,841
Average4,363 (100.0%)$48,466

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decatur County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Decatur County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00094 (2.8%)102 (10.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99922 (0.6%)17 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999267 (7.8%)107 (11.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999128 (3.7%)96 (10.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999153 (4.5%)61 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999414 (12.1%)130 (13.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999461 (13.5%)197 (20.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999605 (17.7%)122 (12.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999596 (17.5%)108 (11.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999432 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more241 (7.1%)10 (1.1%)
Total3,413 (100.0%)950 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decatur County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Decatur County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300634 (18.6%)54 (5.7%)
$300 to $499839 (24.6%)132 (13.9%)
$500 to $799768 (22.5%)300 (31.6%)
$800 to $999290 (8.5%)124 (13.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499416 (12.2%)63 (6.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999266 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49998 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99979 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more23 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,413 (100.0%)950 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Decatur County

Housing Structures in Decatur County

Housing Structures in Decatur County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,42978.6%
Single Unit, Attached130.3%
2 Unit Apartments471.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments160.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments170.4%
10 or more Apartments571.3%
Mobile Home / Other78418.0%
Total4,363100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decatur County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Decatur County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,862 (83.5%)567 (16.5%)
Single Unit, Attached13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other538 (68.6%)246 (31.4%)
Total3,413 (78.2%)950 (21.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decatur County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Decatur County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room14 (0.4%)9 (0.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms33 (1.0%)105 (11.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,010 (29.6%)493 (51.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,488 (43.6%)209 (22.0%)
8 or more Rooms868 (25.4%)134 (14.1%)
Total3,413 (100.0%)950 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decatur County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Decatur County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,722 (50.4%)263 (27.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas298 (8.7%)59 (6.2%)
Electricity1,247 (36.5%)556 (58.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene19 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels127 (3.7%)72 (7.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,413 (100.0%)950 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Decatur County

Household Vehicle Usage in Decatur County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle102 (3.0%)65 (6.8%)
1 Vehicle771 (22.6%)312 (32.8%)
2 Vehicles1,351 (39.6%)444 (46.7%)
3 or more Vehicles1,189 (34.8%)129 (13.6%)
Total3,413 (100.0%)950 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Decatur County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Decatur County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,9201,493
Median Property Value$115,100$151,300
Median Household Income$46,534$140
Monthly Housing Costs$378$23
Real Estate Taxes$580$126

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decatur County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Decatur County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000267 (13.9%)82 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999507 (26.4%)344 (23.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999929 (48.4%)799 (53.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999174 (9.1%)175 (11.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99931 (1.6%)93 (6.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99912 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,920 (100.0%)1,493 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decatur County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Decatur County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00088 (4.6%)4 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999402 (20.9%)28 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999318 (16.6%)146 (9.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999254 (13.2%)96 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999365 (19.0%)207 (13.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999233 (12.1%)240 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999159 (8.3%)363 (24.3%)
$150,000 or more101 (5.3%)273 (18.3%)
Total1,920 (100.0%)1,493 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decatur County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Decatur County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x775 (40.4%)75,527 (5,058.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x267 (13.9%)634 (42.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x238 (12.4%)392 (26.3%)
4.0x or more612 (31.9%)103 (6.9%)
Total1,920 (100.0%)1,493 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decatur County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Decatur County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,122 (58.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499458 (23.8%)742 (49.7%)
$800 to $1,499191 (10.0%)393 (26.3%)
Total1,920 (100.0%)1,493 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Decatur County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years637 (97.3%)18 (2.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,728 (96.7%)59 (3.3%)
19 to 25 Years546 (73.9%)193 (26.1%)
26 to 34 Years900 (80.4%)220 (19.6%)
35 to 44 Years1,144 (87.8%)159 (12.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,129 (78.7%)305 (21.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,485 (90.0%)164 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,515 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,065 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,149 (90.1%)1,118 (9.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decatur County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Decatur County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born637 (97.3%)18 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,728 (96.7%)59 (3.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen546 (73.9%)193 (26.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decatur County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Decatur County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,624 (82.0%)356 (18.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,417 (92.2%)203 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,891 (95.3%)93 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,849 (89.9%)208 (10.1%)
$100,000 and over2,368 (90.2%)258 (9.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Decatur County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6263 (40.2%)390 (59.5%)
6 to 18 Years816 (45.7%)1,063 (59.5%)
19 to 25 Years129 (17.5%)426 (57.7%)
25 to 34 Years385 (34.4%)566 (50.5%)
35 to 44 Years304 (23.3%)874 (67.1%)
45 to 54 Years246 (17.2%)969 (67.6%)
55 to 64 Years516 (31.3%)1,060 (64.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,490 (98.4%)784 (51.7%)
75 Years and over1,062 (99.7%)484 (45.5%)
Total5,211 (46.3%)6,616 (58.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decatur County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Decatur County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years59 (6.2%)82 (10.1%)
18 to 34 Years72 (7.0%)105 (11.0%)
35 to 64 Years406 (19.2%)366 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years173 (23.3%)163 (21.1%)
75 Years and over189 (43.4%)193 (30.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Decatur County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Decatur County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (1.9%)5 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years125 (5.9%)70 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years69 (9.3%)21 (2.7%)
75 Years and over118 (27.1%)33 (5.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Decatur County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (0.2%)49 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years31 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years95 (4.5%)86 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years33 (4.4%)35 (4.5%)
75 Years and over16 (3.7%)35 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Decatur County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years57 (6.0%)33 (4.1%)
18 to 34 Years44 (4.3%)44 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years92 (4.3%)88 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years35 (4.7%)30 (3.9%)
75 Years and over18 (4.1%)54 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Decatur County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years20 (1.9%)36 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years154 (7.3%)231 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years108 (14.5%)139 (18.0%)
75 Years and over93 (21.4%)155 (24.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Decatur County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (1.9%)75 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years36 (4.8%)54 (7.0%)
75 Years and over74 (17.0%)62 (9.8%)

Technology Access in Decatur County

Computing Device Access in Decatur County

Computing Device Access in Decatur County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,60959.8%
Smartphone3,43278.7%
Tablet2,16649.6%
No Computing Device70516.2%
Total4,363100.0%

Internet Access in Decatur County

Internet Access in Decatur County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet160.4%
Broadband Home2,16249.5%
Cellular Data Only81318.6%
Satellite Internet4029.2%
No Internet99722.9%
Total4,363100.0%

Decatur County Summary

Decatur County is located in the state of Tennessee, in the United States of America. It is situated in the western part of the state, and is bordered by the states of Kentucky and Mississippi. The county seat is Decaturville, and the county has a total area of 517 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population of Decatur County was 11,757.
Decatur County was established in 1845, and was named after Commodore Stephen Decatur, a naval hero of the War of 1812. The county was formed from parts of Henderson, Perry, and Hardin counties. The county was originally part of the Chickasaw Nation, and was later part of the Western District of Tennessee.

Geography

Decatur County is located in the western part of Tennessee, and is bordered by the states of Kentucky and Mississippi. The county has a total area of 517 square miles, and is mostly rural. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Tennessee River, which forms the western border of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Beech Lake, Big Sandy Lake, and Little Sandy Lake.
The climate of Decatur County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 63°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Economy

The economy of Decatur County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, cotton, and wheat. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a paper mill. The county is also home to several energy companies, including a coal mine and a natural gas plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Decatur County was 11,757. The population is mostly white (94.3%), with small percentages of African American (3.3%), Hispanic (1.2%), and Asian (0.5%) residents. The median household income in the county is $37,845, and the median age is 41.
The county is home to several small towns, including Decaturville, Parsons, and Scotts Hill. The county seat is Decaturville, and the largest city in the county is Parsons, with a population of 2,845.

Conclusion

Decatur County is a rural county located in the western part of Tennessee. The county is home to several small towns, and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The population of the county is mostly white, and the median household income is around $37,845. The county is home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and energy companies.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Decatur County?
Per Capita income in Decatur County is $27,578.
What is the Median Family Income in Decatur County?
Median Family Income in Decatur County is $63,795.
What is the Median Household income in Decatur County?
Median Household Income in Decatur County is $48,466.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Decatur County?
Income or Wage Gap in Decatur County is 25.8%.
Women in Decatur County earn 74.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Decatur County?
Family Income Deficit in Decatur County is $10,237.
Families that are below poverty line in Decatur County earn $10,237 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Decatur County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Decatur County is 0.49.
What is the Total Population of Decatur County?
Total Population of Decatur County is 11,483.
What is the Total Male Population of Decatur County?
Total Male Population of Decatur County is 5,661.
What is the Total Female Population of Decatur County?
Total Female Population of Decatur County is 5,822.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Decatur County?
There are 97.23 Males per 100 Females in Decatur County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Decatur County?
There are 102.84 Females per 100 Males in Decatur County.
What is the Median Population Age in Decatur County?
Median Population Age in Decatur County is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Decatur County
Average Family Size in Decatur County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Decatur County
Average Household Size in Decatur County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Decatur County?
There are 4,795 People in the Labor Forcein in Decatur County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Decatur County?
50.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Decatur County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Decatur County?
Unemployment Rate in Decatur County is 7.9%.