Decatur, Georgia
Decatur: county seat of DeKalb County, Georgia, United States
About
Decatur is a city located in the county of DeKalb in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 19,335 and a population density of 1,683 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 25,655 inhabitants.
The city was created 203 years ago in 1822.
Quick Facts about Decatur
| Population | 25,655 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Postal code | 30030–30037 |
| Phone Area Codes | 404 678 |
| Area | 11.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.7748,-84.2963 |
| Altitude | 1,043 feet / 318 meters |
| Capital city | Decatur is capital of DeKalb County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1823 (203 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 19:22:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 2,233 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 24.63% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Decatur is located at 33°46'29"N 84°17'47"W (33.7748300, -84.2963100).
Decatur map
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Official website of Decatur
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Decatur increased by 24.63% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,335 | - | census |
| 2011 | 19,929 | 2.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 20,133 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 20,451 | 1.55% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 20,697 | 1.19% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 21,942 | 5.67% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 22,890 | 4.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 23,813 | 3.88% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 25,658 | 7.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 25,696 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 25,655 | -0.16% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Decatur
1Exchange Park
2771 Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA 30034, United States View details
Phone: +14046873430 | Website available
2Mason Mill Park
1406-1458 McConnell Dr, Decatur, GA 30033, United States View details
Phone: +14043712000 | Website available
3Glenlake Park
1121 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030, United States View details
Phone: +14043777231
4Oakhurst Dog Park
414 East Lake Dr, Decatur, GA 30030, United States View details
Website available
5Chapel Hill Park
4002 Lehigh Blvd, Decatur, GA 30034, United States View details
Phone: +14043712902 | Website available
Where to Eat in Decatur
1Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
2136 Lawrenceville Hwy, Decatur, GA 30033, United States View details
Phone: +14047514992 | Website available
2Red Lobster
2522 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032, United States View details
Phone: +14042434121 | Website available
3Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2578 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032, United States View details
Phone: +14043813330 | Website available
4Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
3506 Memorial Dr, Decatur, GA 30032, United States View details
Phone: +14042895229 | Website available
5Mrs. Winner's Chicken & Biscuits
4499 Glenwood Rd, Decatur, GA 30032, United States View details
Phone: +14048352724 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Decatur
1Decatur City Hall
509 N McDonough St, Decatur, GA 30030 View details
Phone: +14043704100 | Website available
2De Kalb County Parks & Rec
1300 Commerce Dr #200, Decatur, GA 30030, United States View details
Phone: +14043712000 | Website available
People born in Decatur (99)
People born in Decatur, including singer, songwriter and actress from Georgia Keri Hilson, singer, songwriter, musician, film producer, music video director, and visual artist Michael Stipe, politician Rebecca Latimer Felton, .
More notable people
- Dwight Phillips (American long jumper) he was born in 01/10/1977
- Gale Harold (actor) he was born in 10/07/1969
- Edward Nelson (American mathematical physicist and logician) he was born in 04/05/1932
- Jonathan Palmer (Player of American football) he was born in 03/12/1983
- Lisa Roberts Gillan (American actress) she was born in 01/01/1965
- Vicki Escarra (American director) she was born in 01/01/1955
- Clint Sammons (American baseball player) he was born in 15/05/1983
- Cedric Hunter (American baseball player) he was born in 10/03/1988
- Joey Rosskopf (American bicycle racer) he was born in 05/09/1989
- Mark Mowers (American ice hockey player) he was born in 16/02/1974
- Jan Hooks (Actress, comedian (1957-2014)) she was born in 23/04/1957
- Leslie Jasper Steele (American politician (1868-1929)) he was born in 21/11/1868
- Robert Ramspeck (American politician) he was born in 05/09/1890
- Amy Ray (singer-songwriter, record producer) she was born in 12/04/1964
- Robert Conley (American basketball player) he was born in 30/04/1977
- Billy Buckner (American baseball player) he was born in 27/08/1983
- Ryan Shaw (American musician) he was born in 26/12/1980
- Kyle Davies (American baseball player) he was born in 09/09/1983
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Decatur, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 482468 | DeVry University-Georgia | Decatur (GA) | 30030 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Decatur, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | Peachtree Station | 1688 Peachtree Street, NW | RAIL |
| GNS | Gainesville | 116 Industrial Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Decatur.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur Post Office | Decatur (GA) | 30030 |
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- Decatur, Texas city in Texas, USA with a population of 7,572 people.
- Decatur, Pennsylvania township in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania with a population of 3,070 people.
- Decatur, Michigan village in Michigan, United States with a population of 1,876 people.
- Decatur, Arkansas city in Benton County, Arkansas, United States with a population of 1,790 people.
- Decatur, Mississippi town in Newton County, Mississippi, United States with a population of 1,733 people.
- Decatur, Tennessee human settlement in Meigs County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 1,663 people.
- Decatur, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 1,266 people.
- Decatur, Nebraska human settlement in Burt County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 462 people.
- Decatur, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 331 people.
Other cities in DeKalb County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in DeKalb County , GA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven | 56,112 | A city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| Dunwoody | 49,326 | Town in DeKalb County, Georgia, USA |
| North Atlanta | 40,456 | A neighborhood in the city of Atlanta, Georgia. |
| Tucker | 36,857 | Census-designated place, Georgia, USA |
| Redan | 33,015 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Chamblee | 30,842 | City in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States of America |
| North Druid Hills | 18,947 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia |
| North Decatur | 16,698 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia |
| Belvedere Park | 15,152 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia |
| Druid Hills | 14,568 | City in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America |
| Clarkston | 12,627 | Human settlement in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Scottdale | 10,631 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Doraville | 10,264 | City in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Panthersville | 9,749 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia |
| Gresham Park | 7,432 | Census-designated place in DeKalb County, Georgia |
| Stone Mountain | 6,312 | City in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Decatur distances to largest Georgia cities