Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 247 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,532 (42.7%) |
| Some College | 2,436 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 1,811 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,920 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,682 (20.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,186 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $190,468 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $825/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,164 |
| Vacant Units | 1,113 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Decatur County is located in Indiana and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 27,961 residents. With a median age of 40.85, it is a middle-aged county.
Decatur County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,185 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.9% is near the national average.
Housing in Decatur County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $190,468 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $825. Homeownership rates are high at 75.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Decatur County are primarily White (93.16%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Decatur County, IN is a middle-income area in Indiana. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47240 | Greensburg | 21,514 | $74,373 | $201,100 | $830 | 2.2% | 30.6% |
| 47263 | New Point | 172 | $75,417 | $122,700 | $1,167 | 2.2% | 11.3% |
| 47272 | Saint Paul | 2,100 | $73,085 | $131,600 | $923 | 1.2% | 32.2% |
| 47283 | Westport | 4,085 | $80,536 | $169,400 | $735 | 6.3% | 39.7% |