Decatur is a city located in Morgan County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 53.4 square miles (138.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 562 ft. With a population of approximately 53,929 residents, Decatur offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.01% males and 51.99% females, and it has a population density of 9.91 people per square mile (389.93/km²). Decatur lies at a latitude of 34.58 and a longitude of -86.98, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.1%), followed by English (9.9%), German (8.6%), and Scotch-Irish (2.8%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35601.