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By Karin Beuerlein, FrontDoor.com | Published: 2/02/2009
5. DECATUR, ILLINOIS
Median Price of a Single-Family Home, Dec. 2008: $79,300
Gain over Dec. 2007: 5.9%
Major employers: Archer Daniels Midland (agricultural), Decatur Memorial Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital
Decatur's small-town appeal is magnified by the remarkable affordability of its housing and the low cost of living. The presence of the Archer Daniels Midland headquarters lays a secure foundation for the local economy. View Homes for Sale in Decatur
