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Decatur is a city located in Macon County in central Illinois, United States. With a population of 70,789 as of 2020, Decatur is the largest city and county seat of Macon County. The city is located along the Sangamon River and Lake Decatur.

History

Decatur was founded in 1829 and incorporated in 1839. It was named after naval hero Stephen Decatur. Decatur grew rapidly due to its location at the intersection of major railroad lines.

For more information on Decatur's history, visit the Decatur, Illinois Wikipedia page.

Population and Demographics

According to the City of Decatur website, Decatur has an estimated population of 70,789 as of 2020. The racial makeup of the city is 68.7% White, 25.9% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. 4.1% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race.

The median age is 35.8 years old. 23.7% of the population is under age 18 and 13.5% is age 65 or older. There are 30,732 households with an average household size of 2.33 people.

Economy and Major Employers

Some of the top employers and industries in Decatur include:

For more on Decatur's major employers and local economy, visit the Economic Development Corporation of Decatur-Macon County.

Attractions and Landmarks

Decatur Public Library

The Decatur Public Library system has four branch locations throughout the city. The main library is located at:

Decatur Public Library
130 N Franklin St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 424-2900

Decatur Civic Center

The Decatur Civic Center hosts concerts, sporting events, meetings, and more. It is located at:

Decatur Civic Center
#1 Gary K. Anderson Plaza, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 422-7300

Scovill Zoo

The Scovill Zoo is a small zoo located in Scovill Park featuring native and non-native animals. The zoo is located at:

Scovill Zoo
71 N Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 421-7435

Rock Springs Nature Center

Rock Springs Nature Center features hiking trails, wildlife exhibits, and environmental education. It is located at:

Rock Springs Nature Center
3939 Nearing Ln, Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 421-7435

The GPS coordinates for Rock Springs Nature Center are 39.840385, -88.902797.

Children's Museum of Illinois

The Children's Museum of Illinois features hands-on exhibits for kids focused on science, arts, and humanities. It is located at:

Children's Museum of Illinois
55 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 423-5437

The GPS coordinates for the Children's Museum of Illinois are 39.840381, -88.924628.

Macon County History Museum

The Macon County History Museum exhibits artifacts and information about the history of Decatur and Macon County. It is located at:

Macon County History Museum
55 E Main St, Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 422-9447

The GPS coordinates for the Macon County History Museum are 39.839732, -88.953355.

Transportation

Decatur's public transportation system is the Decatur Public Transit System (DPTS). It operates bus routes throughout the city. The DPTS administrative office is located at:

Decatur Public Transit System
950 N. Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 424-2825

Sports

Decatur is home to the Decatur Commodores minor league baseball team. They play at the Champion Stadium located at:

Champion Stadium
730 N. Monroe St., Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 875-7210

For more information, visit the Decatur Commodores website.

Education

Public schools in Decatur are part of Decatur Public School District 61. The district has 13 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

Visit the Decatur Public Schools website to learn more.

There are also several private schools in Decatur, including:

Local Government

The City of Decatur government is located at:

Decatur Civic Center
#1 Gary K. Anderson Plaza
Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 424-2700

Decatur is the county seat of Macon County. The Macon County Government offices are located at:

Macon County Office Building
141 S. Main St., Room 212
Decatur, IL 62523
(217) 424-1305

Additional Local Resources

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