Decatur, KS County is a rural town located in between Topeka and Kansas City. The average 2 bedroom rent is much lower than the national average of $1,430 at only $790. Even more impressive, the grocery cost index for Decatur is less than the US average at 89 versus 100. This makes Decatur an attractive place to live and work. The area is home to some notable companies such as Wakefield Farms, Decatur Grain Processing Co., and R&W AG Solutions. All of these companies collectively contribute to the town's economy by providing jobs and resources for its residents.
Decatur County has an unemployment rate of 2.7%. The US average is 6.0%.
Decatur County has seen the job market decrease by -0.8% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 12.7%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Decatur County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Decatur County is 8.7%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Decatur County is 5.7%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Decatur County
- The average income of a Decatur County resident is $28,094 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Decatur County resident is $46,733 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.