Decatur, IL Zip Code List, Maps, Population and Demographics
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City Highlights
| Highlight | Value |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon |
| Population | 70,396 |
| ZIP Codes | 7 |
| Housing Units | 35,995 |
| Median Home Value | $92,200 |
| Hospitals | 2 |
| Universities | 4 |
| Heading | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| City Name | Decatur |
| State Name | Illinois |
| County Name | Macon |
| Universities | 4 |
| Law Enforcement | 3 Locations |
| Hospitals | 2 |
| Heading | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Current Population | 70,396 |
| Housing Units | 35,995 |
| Median Home Value | $92,200 |
| Avg Income | $66,706 |
| Occupied Houses | 31,106 |
| Vacant Houses | 4,889 |
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Population Figures for Decatur
Decatur Population Between 2010 and 2022
The line chart below shows the population in Decatur between 2010 and 2022. Back in 2010 there were 76,268 people living in the city of Decatur. Since then the population has decreased to 70,396 people.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 70,396 |
| 2021 | 70,676 |
| 2019 | 69,553 |
| 2018 | 71,860 |
| 2017 | 68,645 |
| 2016 | 71,435 |
| 2015 | 72,856 |
| 2014 | 73,081 |
| 2013 | 72,842 |
| 2012 | 76,346 |
| 2011 | 74,617 |
| 2010 | 76,268 |
Total Population by Age in Decatur
Decatur has a total population of 70,396. In the bar chart and table below, this population is split into 18 different age range segments.
Most inhabitants of Decatur are in the 20 to 24 years age bracket. As of the last census, there are 5,221 people in this segment.
The 85 years and over segment is the smallest age range in Decatur. There are just 1,763 people in this category.
| Age Range | Population |
|---|---|
| Under 5 | 4,954 |
| 5 to 9 | 4,280 |
| 10 to 14 | 3,609 |
| 15 to 19 | 4,936 |
| 20 to 24 | 5,221 |
| 25 to 29 | 4,146 |
| 30 to 34 | 4,350 |
| 35 to 39 | 4,011 |
| 40 to 44 | 4,283 |
| Age Range | Population |
|---|---|
| 45 to 49 | 3,596 |
| 50 to 54 | 3,514 |
| 55 to 59 | 4,278 |
| 60 to 64 | 4,280 |
| 65 to 69 | 3,784 |
| 70 to 74 | 3,783 |
| 75 to 79 | 2,895 |
| 80 to 84 | 2,713 |
| Over 85 | 1,763 |
Race and Gender Population of Decatur
Women make up the highest portion of people in Decatur. There are 33,711 men and 36,685 women in this city.
This gives you a ratio of 33,711:36,685 men to women in Decatur.
There are no people who identify as: Native Hawaiian in Decatur.
Most people in this city are White, with a total of 52,132 people in this category.
The chart and table below shows the population of people and which race they belong to in Decatur
| Gender | Population |
|---|---|
| Male | 33,711 |
| Female | 36,685 |
| Race | Population |
|---|---|
| White | 52,132 |
| Black or African American | 19,979 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,367 |
| Asian | 1,150 |
| Other Race | 1,599 |
Real Estate Figures for Decatur
| Total Households | Avg. Household Size | Total Families | Average Family Size | Owner/Renter Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31,106 | 2 | 16,247 | 3 | 67.20% - 32.80% |
Housing Types in Decatur
Below are two charts showing the amount of occupied vs vacant homes and the amount of renter vs owner occupied houses in Decatur.
Decatur has 67.20% housing units occupied by home owners. 32.80% housing units in Decatur are occupied by renters. This means that out of a total of 35,995 housing units there are 4,889 vacant units and 31,106 occupied units.
Homeowners have a vacancy rate of 0%. The rental vacancy rate is somewhat higher in Decatur at 12%.
| Occupied Units | Vacant Units | Owner Vacancy Rate | Rental Vacancy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35,995 | 4,889 | 0% | 12% |
| Owner-Occupied | Renter-Occupied |
|---|---|
| 67.20% | 32.80% |
Property Value in Decatur
Most homes in Decatur are valued $50,000 to $99,999, with 7,782 houses in this category.
There are just 41 houses valued at $1,000,000 or more. As you can see in the chart and table below, this is the smallest segment in this city.
| House Value | Units |
|---|---|
| Less than $50,000 | 3,855 |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 7,782 |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,314 |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,317 |
| $200,000 to $299,999 | 1,398 |
| House Value | Units |
|---|---|
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 814 |
| $500,000 to $999,999 | 388 |
| $1,000,000 or more | 41 |
| Median House Value | $776 |
Household Income Generated 12-months of 2022
The chart and tables below show the household income segments for households in the Decatur. 11.50% of households are on the low end, earning less than $10,000 in 2022.
On the other end, 3.40% of households earned more than $200,000 in the same year. You will also see that the mean income of this zipcode is around $66,706.
Most households in Decatur earn in the Median income (dollars) range. 49,714% of households are in this segment.
| Income Range | Percent |
|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 11.50% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.80% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.40% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.30% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.30% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.60% |
| Income Range | Percent |
|---|---|
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.60% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.10% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.00% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.40% |
| Mean income | $66,706 |
Bedrooms, Rooms and Units in Structures in Decatur
Below are three pie charts and tables showing the amount of bedrooms, total rooms and structures in houses for this city.
Most houses in Decatur have 3 bedrooms, with a total of 14,324 houses.
In regards to rooms in general, people in this city have an average of 5 rooms in their house. Most houses actually have 5 rooms in their house. 8,510 homes fit into this category.
28,027 homes in Decatur are in the 1-unit, detached category, which is the most common in terms of structures for this area.
The largest homes tracked, which are 20 units or more, make up 2188 of the houses in this city. On the other end, 29,168 houses make up the smallest homes, which are 1 unit, mobile homes or boats.
| Bedrooms | Units |
|---|---|
| No bedroom | 732 |
| 1 bedroom | 4,391 |
| 2 bedrooms | 11,708 |
| 3 bedrooms | 14,324 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3,689 |
| 5 or more bedrooms | 1,151 |
| Rooms | Units |
|---|---|
| 1 room | 732 |
| 2 rooms | 625 |
| 3 rooms | 4,234 |
| 4 rooms | 5,694 |
| 5 rooms | 8,510 |
| 6 rooms | 5,911 |
| 7 rooms | 3,944 |
| 8 rooms | 3,452 |
| 9 rooms or more | 2,893 |
| Median rooms | 5 |
| Units in Structure | Units |
|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached | 28027 |
| 1-unit, attached | 437 |
| 2 units | 250 |
| 3 or 4 units | 1032 |
| 5 to 9 units | 1298 |
| 10 to 19 units | 2059 |
| 20 or more units | 2188 |
| Mobile home | 704 |
| Boat, RV, van, etc. | 0 |
Year that Homes were Built in Decatur
Most homes in Decatur were Built 1939 or earlier. A total of 9,118 homes were built during this period.
The lowest rate of building development in Decatur came between 2020 or later. Only 123 were built during this period.
| Years | Units |
|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later | 123 |
| Built 2010 to 2019 | 503 |
| Built 2000 to 2009 | 402 |
| Built 1990 to 1999 | 2,223 |
| Built 1980 to 1989 | 2,378 |
| Years | Units |
|---|---|
| Built 1970 to 1979 | 5,205 |
| Built 1960 to 1969 | 5,303 |
| Built 1950 to 1959 | 7,252 |
| Built 1940 to 1949 | 3,488 |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 9,118 |
Financial and Employment Figures for Decatur
Rent Paid by People Living in Decatur
There are 250 homes that pay no rent in Decatur. Most homes are in the $500 to $999 bracket (6,729 homes).
| Rent | Units |
|---|---|
| Less than $500 | 1,572 |
| $500 to $999 | 6,729 |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,138 |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 284 |
| Rent | Units |
|---|---|
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 151 |
| $3,000 or more | 73 |
| No rent paid | 250 |
Education and Learning
Decatur Colleges and Universities List
Universities DatabaseThere are 4 colleges and universities in Decatur. Below you will find the full list for this city. Please feel free to download this data as a CSV or Excel file. Please get in touch if you need any other data or help.
| Name | City | Zip Code | Employees | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY | DECATUR | 62522 | 432 | 1,982 |
| RICHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE | DECATUR | 62521 | 250 | 2,235 |
| REFLECTIONS ACADEMY OF BEAUTY | DECATUR | 62523 | 6 | 29 |
| MR JOHN'S SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY ESTHETICS & NAILS-DECATUR | DECATUR | 62521 | -999 | -999 |
Healthcare and Hospitals
Hospitals DatabaseIn Decatur there are a total of 2 hospitals and medical facilities. In the table below you will see every hospital and medical facility in this city. You can download the data to see all the information we have on each hospital.
| Name | City | Zip Code | Beds | Trauma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DECATUR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL | DECATUR | 62526 | 188 | LEVEL II |
| ST MARYS HOSPITAL | DECATUR | 62521 | NOT AVAILABLE |
Crime and Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement Data| Name | City | Zip Code | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MACON COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE / MACON COUNTY JAIL | DECATUR | 62523 | SHERIFF'S OFFICE |
| DECATUR PARK DISTRICT POLICE DEPARTMENT | DECATUR | 62521 | SPECIAL JURISDICTION |
| DECATUR POLICE DEPARTMENT | DECATUR | 62523 | LOCAL POLICE DEPARTMENT |
Full Zip Code List for Decatur
DOWNLOAD STATE ZIP CODESThere are a total of 7 5-digit zip codes in Decatur. You can use the list below to check which zip codes are in this city. Alternatively you can download the full list as an Excel file.