Decatur, TX EDCcustomer logo

Decatur, Texas EDC Labor Market & Economic Prosperity Dashboard

Rich Heritage. Big Future.

Since 1857 Decatur has been the economic center of Wise County, experiencing exponential growth alongside the DFW metroplex. We are an established community with a strong culture built on the values of hard work, integrity, and partnership. The future of Decatur is focused on sustainable development and enhanced quality of life, while honoring our community's historical values.

Decatur 2023 Population (zip code 76234)
23,189
Total Regional Employment (zip code 76234)
10,766
Data in this section reflects the Decatur, TX zip code region 76234 unless otherwise labeled.
Demographics, Migration, and Education

Population Trend and Forecast

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Jobs Trend and Forecast

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Population by Age Cohort

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Age Cohort
2018 Population
2023 Population
Change
% Change
2023 % of Cohort
Under 5 years1,391
1,350
-41
5.9%
5 to 9 years1,286
1,465
179
6.4%
10 to 14 years997
1,530
533
53%
6.69%
15 to 19 years1,097
1,869
772
70%
8.17%
20 to 24 years1,205
1,671
465
7.3%
25 to 29 years1,195
1,029
-166
4.5%
30 to 34 years964
1,529
565
59%
6.68%
35 to 39 years964
1,574
610
63%
6.88%
40 to 44 years875
1,565
690
79%
6.84%
45 to 49 years1,353
1,443
90
6.31%
50 to 54 years1,403
1,550
146
6.77%
55 to 59 years1,268
1,324
56
5.79%
60 to 64 years1,101
1,349
248
5.9%
65 to 69 years995
1,291
297
5.64%
70 to 74 years838
53
3.89%
75 to 79 years494
238
48%
3.2%
80 to 84 years294
149
51%
1.93%
85 years and over332
-56
1.21%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Population By Race

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Population by Educational Attainment

Wise County

Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Top 20 Counties of Net In/(-Out) Migration

2022 Data ranked by net migration to/(-from) Wise County

County
Inbound Migrations
Outbound Migrations
Net Migrations
Total Migrations
5,966
3,424
2,542
Tarrant County, TX
1,446
Denton County, TX
Parker County, TX
Dallas County, TX
Montague County, TX
Collin County, TX
Jack County, TX
Riverside County, CA
Johnson County, TX
Los Angeles County, CA
Palo Pinto County, TX
Bernalillo County, NM
Midland County, TX
Harris County, TX
Bexar County, TX
Bell County, TX
Wichita County, TX
Smith County, TX
Comal County, TX
Osceola County, FL
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Workforce Jobs, Resident Workers, and Net Commuters

Wise County

2024 Jobs
2024 Resident Workers
2024 Net Commuters
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)
Data in this section reflects the Decatur, TX zip code region 76234 unless otherwise labeled.
Industry, Labor Force & Unemployment

Industry Characteristics

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Industry
2024 Jobs
2024 Average Earnings Per Worker
2024 LQ (Industry Concentration)
2019-2024 % Change in Jobs
Retail Trade
2,240
$44,686
12.23%
Construction
1,726
$61,726
27.91%
Health Care and Social Assistance
1,476
$59,110
-11.92%
Accommodation and Food Services
1,432
$25,355
23.44%
Other Services (except Public Administration)
1,201
$30,006
26.53%
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
$25,707
4.11
1.19%
Government
$81,355
18.68%
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
$43,608
51.91%
Manufacturing
$87,438
3.89%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
$64,803
45.24%
Transportation and Warehousing
$71,756
19.49%
Finance and Insurance
$63,500
54%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
$31,337
29%
Wholesale Trade
$82,970
-15.5%
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
$28,712
15.17%
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction
$86,054
-40.12%
Educational Services
$14,385
17.45%
Information
$46,793
18.09%
Management of Companies and Enterprises
$82,459
11.9%
Utilities
$128,278
-5.2%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Unemployment and Labor Force Participation Rates

Wise County

Unemployment Rate
Labor Force Participation Rate
0%20%40%60%
2019
3.2%
59.8%
2020
6.6%
60.4%
2021
4.9%
60.1%
2022
3.6%
59.7%
2023
3.7%
59.1%
November 2024
4%
59.3%
December 2024
3.6%
59.1%
January 2025
3.7%
63.9%
February 2025
3.9%
64.4%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)
Occupation Wages, Job Postings, & Skills Demand

Occupation Concentration

Profession
2024 Jobs
2023 Median Salary
2024 LQ (Occupation Concentration)
2019-2024 % Change in Jobs
Management
2,263
$54,518
1.51
31.63%
Sales and Related
2,194
$32,886
1.16
Transportation and Material Moving
1,360
$39,011
1.02
Construction and Extraction
1,258
$42,072
1.78
Food Preparation and Serving Related
1,217
$25,723
1.16
Office and Administrative Support
1,173
$38,600
Business and Financial Operations
$69,979
59.15%
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
$82,180
1.13
44.43%
Personal Care and Service
$30,153
1.38
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
$44,766
1.26
Healthcare Support
$32,186
0.95
Production
$38,260
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
$29,366
0.99
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media
$42,282
Educational Instruction and Library
$64,100
Computer and Mathematical
$90,674
33.46%
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry
$27,017
1.9
Community and Social Service
$58,360
Architecture and Engineering
$79,838
Protective Service
$49,830
Legal
$91,562
Life, Physical, and Social Science
$68,253
Military-only
$34,868
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Job Postings 5-Year Trend

Decatur (zip code 76234)

Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Job Postings 30-Day Trend

Decatur (zip code 76234)

2025 Postings
2024 Postings
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Job Postings by Industry

City of Decatur

Industry Sector (2-Digit)
Latest 30 Days Unique Postingsâ–¼
Latest 30 Days Unique Postings % Change
Health Care and Social Assistance185
11.9%
Retail Trade51
0%
Accommodation and Food Services38
2.6%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services36
-16.7%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services28
10.7%
Finance and Insurance16
12.5%
Manufacturing15
-40%
Educational Services13
46.2%
Construction13
-7.7%
Transportation and Warehousing11
54.5%
Public Administration9
-22.2%
Other Services (except Public Administration)9
0%
Wholesale Trade8
-37.5%
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing7
0%
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction4
-50%
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation2
50%
Information1
-100%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Job Postings by Industry

Wise County

Industry Sector (2-Digit)
Latest 30 Days Unique Postings
Latest 30 Days Unique Postings % Change
Health Care and Social Assistance215
6%
Retail Trade98
-11.2%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services74
-14.9%
Accommodation and Food Services69
7.2%
Educational Services58
24.1%
Manufacturing53
0%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services34
-5.9%
Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction32
6.3%
Other Services (except Public Administration)29
13.8%
Construction24
-25%
Finance and Insurance19
5.3%
Wholesale Trade18
0%
Transportation and Warehousing16
31.3%
Public Administration13
-30.8%
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing12
-8.3%
Utilities5
-20%
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation3
33.3%
Information1
-100%
Management of Companies and Enterprises1
0%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Top 20 Companies Currently Hiring

Decatur (zip 76234)

Company
Latest 30 Days Unique Postings
Median Salary
Methodist Health System58
HCA Healthcare55$96,768
Jackson Hewitt17
Walmart13$41,600
Care Options For Kids7
Landmark Fabrication6
Lowe's6
Pizza Hut6
Primary Care Solutions6
State Of Texas6$60,416
Cefco5
Cornerstone Caregiving5
Entegris5$95,000
Poco Graphite5
Young Elementary5$61,712
Angels Care Home Health4
Arthur Rann Elementary School4$61,712
AutoZone4
Creative Solutions In Healthcare4
Decatur Medical Lodge4$24,960
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)

Top Hard Skills Companies Are Looking For

Wise County

Skill
Frequency in Job Postings
Frequency in Candidates
Skill Gap
Nursing
8%
1%
-7%
Special Education
8%
1%
-7%
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
7%
0%
-7%
Curriculum Development
7%
1%
-6%
Educational Assessment
7%
0%
-7%
Learning Strategies
6%
0%
-6%
Learning Styles
6%
0%
-6%
Lesson Planning
6%
1%
-5%
Housekeeping
6%
0%
-6%
Instructional Strategies
6%
0%
-6%
Classroom Management
6%
1%
-5%
Accounting
5%
4%
-1%
Effective Communication
5%
0%
-5%
Merchandising
5%
2%
-3%
Peripheral Devices
5%
0%
-5%
Restaurant Operation
5%
0%
-5%
Cash Register
5%
0%
-5%
Organizational Communications
5%
0%
-100%
Auditing
5%
3%
-2%
Automated External Defibrillator
4%
0%
-4%
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)
Wages
Enter Occupation

Annual Wage Ranges by Occupation (25th-75th Percentile)

$0$50,000$100,000$150,000
Legal
$54,782
$171,605
Computer and Mathematical
$59,612
$126,234
Architecture and Engineering
$56,968
$116,515
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
$50,926
$111,883
Business and Financial Operations
$45,187
$110,276
Management
$23,670
$109,489
Life, Physical, and Social Science
$44,964
$100,987
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media
$22,040
$75,195
Community and Social Service
$43,224
$73,263
Protective Service
$32,061
$71,838
Educational Instruction and Library
$37,304
$67,551
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
$33,112
$61,954
Sales and Related
$24,079
$58,636
Construction and Extraction
$32,084
$56,439
Military-only
$21,320
$55,616
Transportation and Material Moving
$29,978
$53,403
Production
$30,342
$52,185
Personal Care and Service
$19,082
$50,453
Office and Administrative Support
$31,203
$49,592
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry
$15,464
$40,379
Healthcare Support
$24,281
$38,766
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
$21,136
$36,590
Food Preparation and Serving Related
$21,597
$31,564
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)
Data in this section reflects Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, unless otherwise labeled.
Education Pipeline

Degrees by Institution

Institution
2023 Completions
2010-2023 Trend
The University of Texas at Arlington13,191
5.3K
13.2K
University of North Texas12,563
6.4K
12.6K
Dallas College12,102
0.6K
12.1K
The University of Texas at Dallas9,639
3.5K
9.6K
Tarrant County College District7,289
2.8K
7.3K
Collin County Community College District6,724
1.3K
6.7K
Southern Methodist University4,421
3.5K
4.4K
Texas Woman's University4,326
2.3K
4.3K
Texas Christian University3,411
2K
3.4K
Texas A & M University-Commerce3,391
2K
3.4K
Get the data
(Updated 05-04-2025)