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Decatur, AL
Decatur · Morgan County · AL 35601
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$200K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
45 min
to Birmingham downtown
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Decatur has decent schools and an affordable housing market, but it's very car‑centric with almost no walkability or public transit. The crime rate is moderate and you’ll need a reliable vehicle to get around or to work outside the city.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public schools with high ratings
- ✓Median home price around $200k – affordable compared to nearby metros
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Central Alabama location, close to Birmingham for jobs
- ✓Reasonable cost of living overall
Real Talk
- !Almost all errands require a car; walk score is 0
- !Public transit options are limited and unreliable
- !Moderate violent and property crime rates
- !Traffic can be heavy during peak hours
- !Not many nightlife or dining options in the downtown core
- $Higher vehicle maintenance and insurance costs
- $Limited grocery and retail options mean longer trips for some supplies
- $Potential higher utility costs during extreme weather
- $School taxes can add to homeowner expenses
Best For
familiescommuters to Birminghamaffordable home buyersremote workers who drive
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Decatur, AL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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