Decatur, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Macon County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Decatur based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
70,368
2023 ACS
Median Income
$50,809
2023
Median Home Value
$97,300
2023
Median Rent
$796
2023
Median Age
39.9
Unemployment
8.9%
Cost of Living Index
81.3
100 = national avg
Decatur is a city in Macon County, Illinois, with a population of 70,368 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Decatur is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Decatur is $50,809, and the median home value is $97,300. The cost of living index is 81.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $796 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.9%, and the median age is 39.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
70,368
Male
33,251
47.3%
Female
37,117
52.7%
Median Age
39.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.7%
High School or Higher
42.5%
Foreign Born
3.1%
Veterans
5.6%
Married
34.7%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.485
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
67.2%
Foreign Born
3.1%
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
3.2%
2,238 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
96.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
66,056
English Only
95.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
1,462 speakers
Limited English
1.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.8%
Limited English Proficiency
1.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,967
5.6% of population
Disability Rate
17.6%
699 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$39,916
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,701
93.3%
Female Veterans
266
6.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$39,916
Non-Veteran Income
$34,205
Difference
$5,711
16.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
699
Without Disability
3,268
Disability Rate
17.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
39,814
#1 Ancestry
German
15.8% (11,131)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.9% (7,651)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
9.6% (6,728)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
30,904
Family Households
15,920
51.5%
Married Couples
10,978
35.5%
Non-Family Households
14,984
48.5%
Single Mother Households
3,545
11.5%
Single Father Households
1,397
4.5%
Living Alone
12,924
41.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,801
In Married Couple
7,500
58.6%
With Single Mother
4,415
34.5%
With Single Father
886
6.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$73,245
Married Couple Income
$85,663
Single Mother Income
$39,970
Single Father Income
$40,731
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,099
Grandparents Responsible
486
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$50,809
-31% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,990
-14% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.1%
+41% vs national
Gini Index
0.4773
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.9%
+72% vs national
SNAP Recipients
24.6%
of households
How Decatur Compares
Decatur vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Decatur is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Decatur, IL has a median household income of $50,809, making it the 20,994th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median household income than 25% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Decatur, IL has a per capita income of $31,990, making it the 15,116th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher per capita income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Decatur, IL has a poverty rate of 19.1%, making it the 7,746th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher poverty rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Decatur, IL has a unemployment rate of 8.9%, making it the 4,885th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher unemployment rate than 84% 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 $50,809.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.9%
+60% vs IL avg
Labor Force
31,832
Employed
28,969
Mean Commute
16 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
42.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.9
Work from Home
7.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Decatur, IL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$84.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
81.3
100 = national avg
-18.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,789
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,592
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$845
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,063
per month
The median household income in Decatur, IL is $50,809, which is 30.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,990. The poverty rate of 19.1% is higher than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4773, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.9%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 31,832. 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 16 minutes, with 7.5% working from home. About 80.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 81.3, which is 18.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,789 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$97,725
Median List Price
$118,250
Price Per Sq Ft
$74
Days on Market
47
Active Inventory
182
Months of Supply
2.7
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$98,014
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,018
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
20.9%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
30.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
93.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
67
New Listings
67
Pending Sales
76
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$74
Median List $/SF
$77
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Decatur, IL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Decatur, IL metro area, home prices have risen 205.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 58.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 58.6%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.1%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Decatur, IL housing market rather than Decatur alone.
Metro area: Decatur, IL
Decatur vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Decatur is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Decatur, IL has a median home value of $97,300, making it the 22,577th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median home value than 19% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Decatur, IL has a median rent of $796, making it the 15,723rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher median rent than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Decatur, IL has a price per square foot of $74, making it the 18,754th 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 10% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Decatur, IL has a rent burden of 18.8%, making it the 10,576th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Decatur has a higher rent burden than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$97,300
Median Rent
$796
Total Housing Units
36,121
Vacancy Rate
14.4%
Owner Occupied
62.3%
Renter Occupied
37.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,153
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$784
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,153
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.21%
of home value
Median Home Value
$97,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,689
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,153) by the median home value ($97,300). In Decatur, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.21%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Decatur, IL is $97,725 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 47 days on the market. 20.9% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $74. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,018/month. About 62.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1960. There are 36,121 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,153. The effective tax rate is 2.21%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
6.04
per 1,000 residents
+132% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.67
per 1,000 residents
+67% vs national
Total Crimes
2,358
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
24%
cases solved
YoY Change
-12.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Decatur Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Decatur vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 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 60% of murder cases but only 19% 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 | 5 | 0.07 | 60.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 31 | 0.46 | 45.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 64 | 0.94 | 45.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 309 | 4.55 | 56.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 630 | 9.27 | 19.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,041 | 15.32 | 28.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 277 | 4.08 | 19.1% |
Decatur, IL reported 410 violent crimes and 1,948 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 6.04 per 1,000 residents is 132.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,041 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 57.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 410 | 1,948 | 6.04 | 28.67 |
| 2023 | 470 | 1,751 | 6.88 | 25.64 |
| 2022 | 488 | 1,711 | 7.09 | 24.87 |
| 2021 | 592 | 1,787 | 8.53 | 25.74 |
| 2020 | 489 | 1,934 | 6.97 | 27.56 |
| 2019 | 375 | 1,954 | 5.30 | 27.63 |
| 2018 | 444 | 2,050 | 6.20 | 28.62 |
| 2017 | 446 | 2,394 | 6.18 | 33.18 |
| 2016 | 392 | 2,657 | 5.39 | 36.55 |
| 2015 | 373 | 2,383 | 5.07 | 32.42 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.3
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
82.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
50.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
91.0
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
11
Public Assistance
$3.9M
Individual Assistance
$1.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
2 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2023 | $600K | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.5M | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2007 | $1.7M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $3K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding → | Tornado | May 2002 | — | — |
| Il-winter Storm 1/1/99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $141K | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Apr 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1974 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
208
Total Claims Paid
$1,429,045
Avg Claim Payout
$6,870
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
5
Federal Funding
$645,878
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.03
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $101,892 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $543,986 |
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 cold wave, heat wave, earthquake. The area has had 11 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (2 declarations). 208 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $3,911,514 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,502,329 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 5 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
44.4%
8.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.1%
1.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.5%
1.1pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
29.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.2%
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
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.1%
Loneliness
35.6%
Lack of Support
27.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.0%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
16.0%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
6.7%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Decatur has an obesity rate of 44.4%, which is 8.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.1%, 1.4pp below the national average. About 9.5% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% 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
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
St Marys Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Hospital | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Decatur Memorial Hospital | 4.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Warner Hospital And Health Services | 20.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Kirby Medical Center | 22.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Taylorville Memorial Hospital | 27.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
85,292
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DECATUR | 76,122 | 0 |
| LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS | 7,850 | 0 |
| HARRISTOWN | 1,320 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
4.5M MT
Top Emitter
Archer Daniels Midland Co.
3.8M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Archer Daniels Midland Co. Archer Daniels Midland Co | Other | 3,835,697 |
Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC - Decatur Tate & Lyle Ingredients Americas Llc | Other | 419,702 |
Fuyao Glass Illinois Inc. Fuyao Glass America Inc | Minerals | 196,679 |
ADVANCED DISPOSAL VALLEY VIEW LANDFILL INC Waste Management Inc | Waste | 29,067 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 3 water systems serving the area. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 4.5M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
16 min
-31% vs national
Drive Alone
80.2%
+2% vs national
Public Transit
1.3%
+42% vs national
Work From Home
7.5%
-19% vs national
Carpool
7.4%
Walk / Bike
2.5%
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
10
2023
6-Year Avg
8
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Decatur, IL is 16 minutes, which is 31.2% below the national average of 23 minutes. 80.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.5% work from home, which is below the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 1.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.4% of workers carpool. 2.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 10 traffic fatalities from 10 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
82.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
58.7%
of households
No Internet
14.4%
of households
Total Households
30,904
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.8%
of households
Smartphone
84.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
66.6%
of households
Tablet
51.0%
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
15.9¢
per kWh
-14% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-24% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. 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 (50,000 - 100,000). 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
3
Population Served
85,292
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DECATUR | Community | Surface water | 76,122 | 0 |
| LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS | Community | Ground water | 7,850 | 0 |
| HARRISTOWN | Community | Purchased ground water | 1,320 | 0 |
82.9% of households in Decatur have broadband internet access. 58.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 21.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 14.4% of households have no internet access. 16.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 85,292 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 Macon County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Decatur.
Election Overview
Source: Macon County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
18,009
39.8%
GOP Votes
26,562
58.7%
Total Votes
45,224
Margin
R+18.9%
Shift from 2020
R+1.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,009 | 26,562 | 45,224 | 39.8% | 58.7% | R+18.9 |
| 2020 | 19,847 | 28,589 | 49,387 | 40.2% | 57.9% | R+17.7 |
| 2016 | 18,211 | 26,782 | 47,283 | 38.5% | 56.6% | R+18.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Macon County recorded 45,224 total votes. Republicans won the county with 58.7% of the vote compared to 39.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+18.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.2pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
379
Total Assets
$1.4B
Total Income
$1.3B
Per 10K Residents
53.9
nonprofits
+21.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
65
Median Assets
$860K
Oldest Active
1931
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.1B of $1.4B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Decatur
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFDecatur, IL has 379 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.4B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 56 organizations. 65 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 53.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1931.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
464
Total Approved
$186.7M
Jobs Supported
3,866
Per 10K Residents
65.9
SBA loans
-20.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
59
Top Lender
First Mid Bank & Trust, National Association
172 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
404
Total Amount
$143.7M
Avg Loan
$355,637
Median Loan
$116,000
SBA Guaranteed
$108.6M(76%)
Jobs Supported
3,092
Loans
60
Total Amount
$43.0M
Avg Loan
$717,317
Median Loan
$513,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
66
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$45.3M
24% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$686,411
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Moore Family Stores Inc. | 2 | $5.7M |
| Jac Stores Inc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Family Hospitality Group Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Leading Edge Enterprises Inc | 3 | $4.0M |
| D and G Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.8M |
| Cal-keg Inc. | 1 | $3.7M |
| Lakeview Hospitality, Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
| Decatur Investments Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Comfort Inn & Suites Decatur Forsyth | 1 | $3.4M |
| Snmp Inc | 2 | $3.3M |
Decatur, IL has received 464 SBA loans totaling $186.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 404 loans (87% of the total), supporting 3,092 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 60 loans totaling $43.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Decatur is First Mid Bank & Trust, National Association with 172 loans. That works out to 65.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
12
Total Population
95,575
Avg Median Income
-$111,046,007
Avg Home Value
-$55,424,189
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62501 | 2,113 | $94,479 | $189,500 | $984 | 77.0 |
| 62514 | 372 | $54,955 | $107,100 | N/A | 0.9 |
| 62521 | 32,455 | $66,848 | $119,900 | $857 | 66.0 |
| 62522 | 14,984 | $51,689 | $108,300 | $783 | 23.9 |
| 62523 | 802 | N/A | N/A | $333 | 0.5 |
| 62526 | 31,191 | $48,222 | $91,500 | $785 | 66.0 |
| 62532 | 33 | N/A | $114,100 | N/A | 0.8 |
| 62535 | 3,656 | $113,456 | $289,800 | $1,207 | 3.6 |
| 62537 | 288 | $61,000 | $88,500 | N/A | 1.1 |
| 62549 | 6,789 | $109,350 | $186,800 | $696 | 8.1 |
| 62554 | 1,738 | $90,000 | $133,500 | $931 | 18.1 |
| 62573 | 1,154 | $91,250 | $147,400 | $809 | 41.9 |
Decatur, IL has 12 ZIP codes with a combined population of 95,575. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$111,046,007. The average median home value is -$55,424,189. The average median monthly rent is -$166,666,051.
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