The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Decatur county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 75.0℉ and the average temperature in January is 22.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 57% and the area covered by water is 0.21%. The overall influence score for Decatur is 9.
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Decatur County is located in southwest Iowa and has a population of 8,349 people as of 2019. The median age is 43.3 years and the median household income is $52,527. The county is largely rural, with most of the population living in small towns and farming communities. The largest town is Leon, which has a population of 1,818.
Decatur County has a largely agricultural economy with corn and soybeans being the main crops. Most of the population works in the agricultural industry or in related services. Other major industries include healthcare, retail, and education.
Decatur County has an average cost of living and housing prices are relatively affordable when compared to surrounding areas. The majority of housing is single-family homes and there are also some apartments available. The county has several parks and recreational facilities, including a golf course and multiple fishing ponds.
Iowa Contact InformationFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Iowa
State Office
210 Walnut Street, Room 873
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
ph: 515-284-4663
fax: 855-251-2243