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North Decatur, GA

North Decatur is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. The population was 16,698 at the 2010 census.

North Decatur is located at 33°48′11″N 84°17′24″W (33.803054, -84.290123). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 5.0 square miles (12.9 km²), all land. 

The North Decatur CDP's boundaries are South: the city of Decatur, West: CSX railroad and Clairmont Road, across which are the North Druid Hills and Druid Hills CDPs, North: LaVista Road and Pangborn Road, across which are neighborhoods mostly inside the Tucker CCD, and East: Lawrenceville Highway and DeKalb Industrial Way, across which is mostly the Scottdale CDP. There is no true center to North Decatur; there are three commercial clusters at the corners of the CDP. The student-oriented commercial district at Clairmont Road and North Decatur Road at the southwest corner of the CDP, the Toco Hills retail cluster at North Druid Hills Road and Lavista Road at the northwest corner, and North DeKalb Mall and adjacent shopping centers along Lawrenceville Highway at the northeast corner of the district.

Toco Hills, a de facto commercial center for several CDPs north of the city of Decatur, has grown from a country store in 1950, with a single gas pump and a pot-bellied stove, to multiple shopping centers, coffee houses, houses of worship and townhouses.

North Decatur primarily consists of 1950s and 1960s-era ranch homes, although condominiums are increasingly being developed in this community. Its proximity to Atlanta's Midtown and Buckhead districts, as well as Emory University and Decatur, makes it a desirable "in-town" location for what was originally developed as a suburban community.

An early settler in this part of DeKalb County was Chapman Powell, whose "Medicine House" cabin was built near 1218 Clairmont Road. (It has been preserved and relocated to Stone Mountain Park.) Dr. Powell (1798-1870) owned most of the land in the Candler Lake and South Fork Peachtree Creek area during his lifetime. His land was later purchased by Walter Candler.

Ezekiel Mason built a mill on the east side of Clairmont Road on Burnt Fork Creek. DeKalb County's Mason Mill Park, as well as local eatery Mason Tavern, are named after Ezekiel Mason.

North Decatur places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Emory Decatur Hospital and Northside Decatur Primary Care, are prominent healthcare facilities in the city, ensuring residents have access to high-quality medical services. Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness provides a serene environment for yoga and wellness programs, perfect for those looking to enhance their physical and mental well-being. For personalized stretching sessions, Kika Stretch Studios Vinings offers innovative methods to increase flexibility and reduce stress. Radiance Medspa Atlanta combines medical aesthetics with wellness treatments, offering services from facials to body contouring. Spa Sydell Integrative Aesthetics is another top spot, known for its integrative approach to beauty and wellness, including massage and skincare services. For nail care enthusiasts, Sugarcoat offers premium manicure and pedicure services in a relaxing setting.

Top sites in North Decatur, GA are Mason Mill Park, Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve, and Woodlands Garden.

Population: 18,460 (2023). ZIP code: 30033. Area codes: 404, 678, 470. Elevation: 1,050 feet. Area: 4.91 sq mi (12.72 km²).

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Is North Decatur, GA a good area?

North Decatur is in DeKalb County and is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in North Decatur offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In North Decatur, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in North Decatur and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in North Decatur are above average.

What are the demographics of North Decatur, GA?

North Decatur is a city located in DeKalb County Georgia. North Decatur has a 2024 population of 18,533. North Decatur is currently growing at a rate of 3.78% annually and its population has increased by 17.05% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 15,833 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of North Decatur was: White: 65.5%, Black or African American: 15.05%, Asian: 10.42%, Two or more races: 7.8%, Other race: 0.9%, Native American: 0.17%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.16%.

Is North Decatur, GA expensive to live in?

North Decatur is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro metro area, which is ranked 131 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in North Decatur is estimated to be 94.6% of the national average making it an average US city. The total monthly expenditure you can expect to incur depends on the cost of housing, food, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other miscellaneous goods and services. Note that your household composition (single or married, number of kids) and home ownership status (renting vs. owning) might affect your monthly expenses.

Sources

DeKalb County

Wikipedia

Fly Homes

Niche

World Population Review

Mason Mill Park

Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve

Woodlands Garden

Emory Decatur Hospital

Northside Decatur Primary Care

Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness

Kika Stretch Studios Vinings

Kika Stretch Studios Vinings

Radiance Medspa Atlanta

Spa Sydell Integrative Aesthetics

Sugarcoat

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