Decatur
A community guide to Decatur in Tennessee, the United States.
- Population
- 1,563 residents
- Region
- Tennessee
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 35.5148, -84.7902
Economy and services
The economy of Decatur reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Tennessee. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Tennessee and the United States. Businesses based in Decatur draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Decatur sits at approximate coordinates 35.5148 latitude and -84.7902 longitude within Tennessee. The terrain and natural features around Decatur reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Tennessee road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Decatur is a populated place in Tennessee, the United States. The community supports 1,563 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Tennessee. Its position within the broader regional network gives Decatur a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.