Decatur, AR

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Population
1,893
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,238 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$157,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$813/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$45,179
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Decatur sits in the quiet foothills of Northwest Arkansas, where life moves at a noticeably slower rhythm than the neighboring cities. What started out as a freshwater spring settlement and a busy railroad stop for local orchards has grown into a down-to-earth town that values its open space. Highway 59 connects the community directly to the larger hubs in Bentonville and Springdale, making it an appealing spot if you want affordable rural living and plenty of room to breathe without straying too far from everyday conveniences.

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