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Decatur, TX is a small town located in North Texas. It is known for its local businesses such as Pellegrino's Italian Restaurant, La Roca Mexican Grill, and Lone Star Bar-B-Que. The population of Decatur is estimated to be around 6,233 people. Rent prices for two bedroom homes in the area are slightly lower than the US average at $1,130 versus $1,430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index is also lower than the US average at 99 versus 100. Residents of Decatur enjoy a high quality of life with affordable living costs and plenty of activities to take part in year-round.

Decatur has an unemployment rate of 6.1%. The US average is 6.0%.

Decatur has seen the job market decrease by -3.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.0%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Decatur
- The Sales Tax Rate for Decatur is 6.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Decatur is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Decatur
- The average income of a Decatur resident is $38,428 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Decatur resident is $66,034 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 15 years ago

Very clannish and closed  More

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I live for 15 years in Decatur and then moved to Florida 6 years ago. I hate Florida and desperately miss the friendly, gentle people in Decatur. It is very quiet with  More

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