Demographics

Demographic information provides a snapshot of a community. The information contained on this page offers a view of the City of Decatur from a variety of perspectives and is updated as often as possible. Information on Decatur's 18,000 residents indicates that we continue to attract a diverse population with a wide range of age groups, racial backgrounds and economic levels. One figure is very important to note - Decatur residents have one of the highest education levels in the metropolitan Atlanta area.

Decatur employees, primarily concentrated in the downtown commercial district, also represent an important demographic category in our community. Emory University, CDC, Agnes Scott College and DeKalb County are among our top employer groups with the professional and service sectors well represented. Important information on these employees and about the Decatur market area in general is included in the figures provided.

Please feel free to contact the office of Community and Economic Development if we can help you interpret this demographic data, provide you with updated information or answer additional questions.

Decatur Downtown Development Authority Demographic Information (PDF)

U.S. Census Bureau: Census 2000 Data, City of Decatur