Decatur, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
DeKalb County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Decatur based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
24,470
2023 ACS
Median Income
$140,480
2023
Median Home Value
$655,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,716
2023
Median Age
39.6
Unemployment
3.5%
Cost of Living Index
198.5
100 = national avg
Decatur is a city in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a population of 24,470 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Decatur is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Decatur is $140,480, and the median home value is $655,900. The cost of living index is 198.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,716 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, and the median age is 39.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
24,470
Male
11,930
48.8%
Female
12,540
51.2%
Median Age
39.6
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
50.2%
High School or Higher
55.1%
Foreign Born
9.5%
Veterans
2.3%
Married
43.5%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.495
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
67.8%
Foreign Born
9.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.7%
2,371 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
22,859
English Only
85.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,279 speakers
Limited English
3.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.0%
Limited English Proficiency
3.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
553
2.3% of population
Disability Rate
11.9%
66 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$95,375
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
477
86.3%
Female Veterans
76
13.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$95,375
Non-Veteran Income
$78,333
Difference
$17,042
21.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
66
Without Disability
487
Disability Rate
11.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
21,134
#1 Ancestry
English
18.0% (4,407)
#2 Ancestry
German
14.2% (3,480)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.6% (2,591)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,224
Family Households
5,841
63.3%
Married Couples
5,084
55.1%
Non-Family Households
3,383
36.7%
Single Mother Households
664
7.2%
Single Father Households
93
1.0%
Living Alone
2,754
29.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,864
In Married Couple
5,956
86.8%
With Single Mother
813
11.8%
With Single Father
95
1.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$209,567
Married Couple Income
$225,189
Single Mother Income
$70,341
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
195
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$140,480
+92% vs national
Per Capita Income
$73,735
+98% vs national
Poverty Rate
5.2%
-61% vs national
Gini Index
0.4715
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.5%
-33% vs national
SNAP Recipients
5.3%
of households
How Decatur Compares
Decatur vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Decatur is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Decatur, GA has a median household income of $140,480, making it the 1,632nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median household income than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Decatur, GA has a per capita income of $73,735, making it the 1,365th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher per capita income than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Decatur, GA has a poverty rate of 5.2%, making it the 23,501st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher poverty rate than 25% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Decatur, GA has a unemployment rate of 3.5%, making it the 16,130th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher unemployment rate than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Decatur. The median household income here is $140,480.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
-33% vs GA avg
Labor Force
11,862
Employed
11,441
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
50.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
55.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.6
Work from Home
34.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$130.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
198.5
100 = national avg
+98.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$87,320
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$206,392
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,660
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,820
per month
The median household income in Decatur, GA is $140,480, which is 91.8% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $73,735. The poverty rate of 5.2% is lower than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4715, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 11,862. 50.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 34.5% working from home. About 50.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 198.5, which is 98.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 261.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $87,320 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$535,000
Median List Price
$674,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$307
Days on Market
140
Active Inventory
72
Months of Supply
4.8
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$273,244
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,785
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
6.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
15
New Listings
21
Pending Sales
22
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$307
Median List $/SF
$360
Decatur vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Decatur is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Decatur, GA has a median home value of $655,900, making it the 1,716th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median home value than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Decatur, GA has a median rent of $1,716, making it the 2,857th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Decatur, GA has a price per square foot of $307, making it the 3,431st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher price per square foot than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Decatur, GA has a rent burden of 14.7%, making it the 17,154th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher rent burden than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$655,900
Median Rent
$1,716
Total Housing Units
10,475
Vacancy Rate
11.9%
Owner Occupied
66.1%
Renter Occupied
33.9%
Median Property Tax
$8,423
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,503
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$8,423
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
of home value
Median Home Value
$655,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,012
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($8,423) by the median home value ($655,900). In Decatur, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.28%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Decatur, GA is $535,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 140 days on the market. 6.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $307. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,785/month. About 66.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 10,475 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $8,423. The effective tax rate is 1.28%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.33
per 1,000 residents
-49% vs national
Property Crime Rate
22.69
per 1,000 residents
+32% vs national
Total Crimes
579
2024
Violent Clearance
9%
cases solved
Property Clearance
19%
cases solved
YoY Change
+52.1%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Decatur Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Decatur vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. Decatur is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Decatur police solve 23% of larceny/theft cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 3 | 0.12 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 15 | 0.62 | 13.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 14 | 0.58 | 7.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 67 | 2.78 | 4.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 430 | 17.83 | 23.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 50 | 2.07 | 0.0% |
Decatur, GA reported 32 violent crimes and 547 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.33 per 1,000 residents is 49.0% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 9% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 430 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 64.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 32 | 547 | 1.33 | 22.69 |
| 2023 | 21 | 558 | 0.87 | 23.18 |
| 2022 | 32 | 665 | 1.32 | 27.41 |
| 2021 | 58 | 594 | 2.20 | 22.54 |
| 2020 | 58 | 478 | 2.19 | 18.06 |
| 2018 | 41 | 576 | 1.67 | 23.52 |
| 2017 | 40 | 531 | 1.71 | 22.71 |
| 2016 | 41 | 525 | 1.83 | 23.39 |
| 2015 | 26 | 714 | 1.26 | 34.61 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2013 | Ronald E. McNair Discovery Learning Academy | 0 | 0 | targeted and indiscriminate | .762-caliber AK-47-style weapon, manufactured by Romarm/Cugar |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
94.3
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
94.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
37.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
33.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
17
Public Assistance
$535.4M
Individual Assistance
$23.5M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $289K | $2.1M |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $511.9M | $11.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | $1.5M | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $3.5M | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Other | Jan 2017 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $17K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm(s) | Apr 2011 | $8K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2009 | $3.2M | $7.8M |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm(s) | May 2008 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Mar 2008 | — | $825K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $1.7M | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $188K | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $860K | $1.6M |
| Severe Storms/tornados → | Severe Storm(s) | Feb 2000 | $59K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm | Jan 2000 | $9.4M | — |
Showing 20 of 33 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,998
Total Claims Paid
$29,189,731
Avg Claim Payout
$14,609
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
31
Federal Funding
$28,127,886
Properties Protected
153
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.59
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 22 | $25,981,182 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 3 | $176,839 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $119,070 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $67,651 |
| FMA Plan | 1 | $18,789 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Decatur has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, hail, tornado. The area has had 17 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (5 declarations). 1,998 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $535,382,736 in public assistance recovery funding. $23,459,562 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 31 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
25.4%
10.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.3%
5.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.9%
3.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.2%
Arthritis
20.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.3%
Loneliness
33.2%
Lack of Support
18.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
18.0%
Mobility
8.1%
Cognitive
9.4%
Hearing
4.6%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.3%
Independent Living
5.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Decatur has an obesity rate of 25.4%, which is 10.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.3%, 5.2pp below the national average. About 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. 78.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.3 mi
Emory University Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Emory Decatur Hospital | 3.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Decatur (Atlanta) Va Medical Center | 3.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | Yes |
| Athur M Blank Hospital | 4.2 mi | Childrens | — | Yes |
| Emory University Hospital Midtown | 4.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
743,000
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DEKALB COUNTY | 743,000 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-26% vs national
Drive Alone
50.8%
-35% vs national
Public Transit
4.3%
+372% vs national
Work From Home
34.5%
+271% vs national
Carpool
2.9%
Walk / Bike
6.9%
combined
How Decatur's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
18
2023
6-Year Avg
12
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
5
Nighttime
14
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 | 18 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 | 18 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Decatur, GA is 17 minutes, which is 26.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 50.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 34.5% work from home, which is above the GA state average of 9.3%. Public transit is used by 4.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 2.9% of workers carpool. 5.5% walk to work. 1.3% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 18 traffic fatalities from 15 fatal crashes. 5 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
86.6%
of households
No Internet
3.3%
of households
Total Households
9,224
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.9%
of households
Smartphone
94.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
91.2%
of households
Tablet
77.5%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-30% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-39% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+3% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Georgia averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Decatur vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
743,000
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEKALB COUNTY | Community | Surface water | 743,000 | 0 |
93.8% of households in Decatur have broadband internet access. 86.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.3% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 743,000 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Decatur is located in DeKalb County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Decatur.
Election Overview
Source: DeKalb County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
299,630
81.9%
GOP Votes
62,622
17.1%
Total Votes
366,008
Margin
D+64.8%
Shift from 2020
R+2.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 299,630 | 62,622 | 366,008 | 81.9% | 17.1% | D+64.8 |
| 2020 | 308,162 | 58,377 | 370,746 | 83.1% | 15.8% | D+67.4 |
| 2016 | 239,131 | 47,531 | 295,871 | 80.8% | 16.1% | D+64.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, DeKalb County recorded 366,008 total votes. Democrats won the county with 81.9% of the vote compared to 17.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+64.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.6pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,217
Total Assets
$1.6B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
497.3
nonprofits
+863.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
86
Median Assets
$202K
Oldest Active
1927
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.2B of $1.6B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in Decatur
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFDecatur, GA has 1,217 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.6B. The most common category is Human Services, with 210 organizations. 86 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 497.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1927.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,227
Total Approved
$528.6M
Jobs Supported
9,304
Per 10K Residents
501.4
SBA loans
+343.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
150
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
139 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,133
Total Amount
$468.4M
Avg Loan
$413,385
Median Loan
$180,000
SBA Guaranteed
$354.2M(76%)
Jobs Supported
8,388
Loans
94
Total Amount
$60.2M
Avg Loan
$640,936
Median Loan
$423,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
161
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$116.5M
22% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$723,845
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua Splash Llc | 2 | $7.7M |
| Shiv of Decatur Corp | 6 | $7.2M |
| A.s. Turner and Sons Inc. | 1 | $4.6M |
| Pathways Transition Programs Inc | 2 | $4.5M |
| Hospitality Control Solutions Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Samagam 1199 Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Vybez Restaurant and Lounge | 1 | $3.8M |
| Premiere Preschool Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Nine Wonder Property Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
| Circle 9 C-store Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
Decatur, GA has received 1,227 SBA loans totaling $528.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,133 loans (92% of the total), supporting 8,388 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 94 loans totaling $60.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Decatur is Bank of America, National Association with 139 loans. That works out to 501.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
42
Total Population
1,034,143
Avg Median Income
-$63,413,811
Avg Home Value
-$47,228,909
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30002 | 5,507 | $87,813 | $510,900 | $1,123 | 1.7 |
| 30021 | 26,386 | $48,158 | $256,000 | $1,265 | 3.6 |
| 30030 | 31,712 | $127,318 | $598,400 | $1,683 | 6.7 |
| 30032 | 42,812 | $61,292 | $245,000 | $1,364 | 13.7 |
| 30033 | 31,530 | $107,647 | $430,900 | $1,752 | 8.8 |
| 30034 | 41,823 | $60,551 | $228,200 | $1,427 | 16.8 |
| 30035 | 22,073 | $65,733 | $217,100 | $1,522 | 8.5 |
| 30072 | 853 | $65,781 | $286,000 | $1,280 | 0.1 |
| 30079 | 4,850 | $70,833 | $280,000 | $1,094 | 1.2 |
| 30083 | 62,941 | $54,162 | $221,400 | $1,356 | 17.9 |
| 30084 | 38,715 | $82,747 | $332,000 | $1,617 | 14.9 |
| 30088 | 29,279 | $64,734 | $208,200 | $1,438 | 7.8 |
| 30288 | 7,352 | $50,499 | $225,100 | $1,168 | 7.0 |
| 30294 | 43,076 | $76,731 | $233,300 | $1,622 | 32.8 |
| 30303 | 6,474 | N/A | $250,200 | $1,705 | 1.0 |
| 30305 | 27,420 | $107,836 | $703,500 | $1,914 | 6.5 |
| 30306 | 24,274 | $133,085 | $797,400 | $1,796 | 4.6 |
| 30307 | 21,680 | $147,553 | $704,100 | $2,001 | 4.5 |
| 30308 | 23,329 | $82,420 | $387,300 | $1,824 | 1.6 |
| 30309 | 30,413 | $111,894 | $414,700 | $2,123 | 3.3 |
| 30310 | 25,334 | $45,542 | $295,800 | $1,099 | 8.6 |
| 30312 | 27,147 | $75,963 | $493,800 | $1,594 | 3.3 |
| 30313 | 10,845 | $79,068 | $365,200 | $1,696 | 1.2 |
| 30314 | 23,594 | $36,870 | $210,300 | $991 | 4.6 |
| 30315 | 35,221 | $42,383 | $266,200 | $989 | 11.5 |
| 30316 | 35,040 | $96,491 | $401,800 | $1,570 | 13.0 |
| 30317 | 14,798 | $105,190 | $510,600 | $1,619 | 3.5 |
| 30318 | 58,651 | $79,222 | $395,100 | $1,702 | 20.3 |
| 30319 | 45,382 | $132,847 | $708,700 | $1,861 | 10.3 |
| 30322 | 2,422 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
| 30324 | 28,602 | $93,815 | $505,300 | $1,759 | 5.3 |
| 30326 | 8,497 | $113,611 | $451,300 | $2,012 | 0.8 |
| 30327 | 23,307 | $182,317 | $1,067,200 | $1,932 | 17.5 |
| 30329 | 27,022 | $70,968 | $483,700 | $1,748 | 5.5 |
| 30332 | 2,725 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 30334 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 30340 | 30,646 | $57,216 | $312,600 | $1,529 | 8.3 |
| 30341 | 34,812 | $81,774 | $438,500 | $1,746 | 10.0 |
| 30342 | 33,774 | $117,865 | $804,300 | $1,810 | 9.0 |
| 30345 | 24,576 | $107,151 | $529,300 | $1,714 | 7.1 |
| 30354 | 15,487 | $53,932 | $229,600 | $1,221 | 10.7 |
| 30363 | 3,762 | $107,604 | $386,800 | $2,001 | 0.3 |
Decatur, GA has 42 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,034,143. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$63,413,811. The average median home value is -$47,228,909. The average median monthly rent is -$47,617,579.
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