Decatur, Indiana
Decatur: city in Indiana, United States
About
Decatur is a city located in the county of Adams in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 32,388 and a population density of 2,162 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 34,821 inhabitants.
The city was created 190 years ago in 1835.
Quick Facts about Decatur
| Population | 34,821 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Adams County |
| Postal code | 46733 |
| Phone Area Codes | 260 |
| Area | 14.98 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8306,-84.9291 |
| Altitude | 801 feet / 244 meters |
| Capital city | Decatur is capital of Adams County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1836 (190 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Local time | 18:32:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 2,325 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.99% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Decatur is located at 40°49'50"N 84°55'45"W (40.8306000, -84.9291300).
Decatur map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 77. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Decatur
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Decatur increased by 6.99% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 32,388 | - | census |
| 2011 | 32,673 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 32,992 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 33,357 | 1.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 33,596 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 33,759 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 33,967 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 34,183 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 34,497 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 34,739 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 34,821 | 0.24% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Decatur
1Decatur City Hall
172 N 2nd St, Decatur, IN 46733 View details
Phone: +12607247171 | Website available
People born in Decatur (12)
People born in Decatur, including visual artist David Smith, archer Richard McKinney, director David Anspaugh, .
More notable people
- Luke Gross (American rugby union footballer and coach) he was born in 21/11/1969
- Dick Buckley (American radio presenter) he was born in 26/08/1924
- John Fetzer (American businessman) he was born in 25/03/1901
- Matt Bischoff (professional baseball player) he was born in 21/05/1987
- Richard France (American football player (1879-1953)) he was born in 06/04/1879
- Charles H. France (American screenwriter and actor (1870-1940)) he was born in 01/01/1870
- Corey Scott (American motorcycle stunt performer) he was born in 28/12/1968
- Elizabeth Preston Anderson (American suffragist who died in 1954) she was born in 27/04/1861
- Michelle Gorelow (American politician) she was born in 01/01/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Decatur, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418278 | Ohio Technical Center at Vantage Career Center | Van Wert (OH) | 45891 |
| 151290 | Indiana Institute of Technology | Fort Wayne (IN) | 46803-1228 |
| 492962 | Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies | Fort Wayne (IN) | 46803 |
| 152275 | Ravenscroft Beauty College | Fort Wayne (IN) | 46835 |
| 151102 | Purdue University Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne (IN) | 46805-1499 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Decatur, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTI | Waterloo | Lincoln and Center Street | RAIL |
| BYN | Bryan | Page and Lynn Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Decatur.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur Post Office | Decatur (IN) | 46733 |
| Prebl Post Office | Preble (IN) | 46782 |
| Monr Post Office | Monroe (IN) | 46772 |
| Pleasant Mill Post Office | Pleasant Mills (IN) | 46780 |
| Wren Post Office | Wren (OH) | 45899 |
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- Decatur, Georgia county seat of DeKalb County, Georgia, United States with a population of 25,655 people.
- 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 Adams County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Adams County , IN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Berne | 4,262 | City in Indiana, United States |
| Preble | 1,106 | Township in Adams County, Indiana |
| Monroe | 882 | Civil town in Adams County, Wisconsin, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Decatur distances to largest Indiana cities