Decatur

IL

Macon County, Illinois

Population 102K |Median income $62,666 |2 hospitals

Population
101,849
Macon County
Median Income
$62,666
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$127,300
-44% vs avg
Median Age
40.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
102K-8%
Median Income
$62,666+35%
Median Home Value
$127,300+36%
Poverty Rate
15%-15%
Unemployment
6.8%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$847/mo
Poverty Rate
15% +6% vs avg
Unemployment 6.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.4%
Work From Home 8.3%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 74.2%
African American 16.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.1%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42.1%
High Blood Pressure
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
38.2%
Physical Inactivity
25.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Binge Drinking
16.2%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
13.3%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%
Dental Visit 59.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.5%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
DECATUR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
DECATUR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ST MARYS HOSPITAL
DECATUR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Decatur Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Macon County, North Carolina

NOAA · 12h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Decatur, IL? ▼
Decatur, IL has a population of 101,849 people, located in Macon County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Decatur? ▼
The median household income in Decatur, IL is $62,666 per year. The poverty rate is 15%.
What is the median home value in Decatur? ▼
The median home value in Decatur, IL is $127,300. Median rent is $847/month.
What are the top health concerns in Decatur? ▼
The top health indicators in Decatur include Obesity (42.1%), High Blood Pressure (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (38.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Decatur? ▼
Decatur has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Decatur? ▼
The median age in Decatur, IL is 40.6 years. 24.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Decatur, IL is located in Macon County, Illinois. With a population of 102K and a median household income of $62,666, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Decatur area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Macon County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.