Fayette County, AL
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Fayette County Overview
16,297
TOTAL POPULATION
7,997
MALE POPULATION
8,300
FEMALE POPULATION
96.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,053
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,336
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,650
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
53.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
46.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,756
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,972
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Fayette County Area Codes
Race in Fayette County
The most populous races in Fayette County are White / Caucasian (13,727 | 84.2%), Black / African American (2,074 | 12.7%), and Two or more Races (368 | 2.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 2,074 | 12.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 40 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 61 | 0.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 24 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 13,727 | 84.2% |
| Two or more Races | 368 | 2.3% |
| Some other Race | 28 | 0.2% |
| Total | 16,297 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Fayette County
The most populous ancestries reported in Fayette County are American (4,035 | 24.8%), English (1,612 | 9.9%), Irish (1,292 | 7.9%), German (615 | 3.8%), and Italian (347 | 2.1%), together accounting for 48.5% of all Fayette County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 4,035 | 24.8% |
| Argentinean | 12 | 0.1% |
| British | 9 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 11 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 64 | 0.4% |
| Creek | 8 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 14 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 17 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 123 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 38 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,612 | 9.9% |
| European | 151 | 0.9% |
| French | 72 | 0.4% |
| German | 615 | 3.8% |
| Greek | 38 | 0.2% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 40 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,292 | 7.9% |
| Italian | 347 | 2.1% |
| Korean | 36 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 49 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 41 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 63 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 103 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 56 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 220 | 1.3% |
| South American | 12 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 41 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 16 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 5 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 63 | 0.4% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Fayette County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fayette County came from Canada (39 | 0.2%), Asia (36 | 0.2%), South Eastern Asia (23 | 0.1%), Africa (22 | 0.1%), and Nigeria (22 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.9% of all Fayette County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 36 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 39 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 19 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 19 | 0.1% |
| Nepal | 13 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 22 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 11 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 13 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 23 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 12 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 5 | 0.0% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Fayette County
Sex and Age in Fayette County
The most populous age groups in Fayette County are 60 to 64 Years (680 | 8.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (667 | 8.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 383 (4.8%) | 463 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 564 (7.0%) | 324 (3.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 484 (6.0%) | 564 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 507 (6.3%) | 599 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 491 (6.1%) | 490 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 424 (5.3%) | 479 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 413 (5.2%) | 440 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 408 (5.1%) | 458 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 492 (6.1%) | 413 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 433 (5.4%) | 496 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 674 (8.4%) | 459 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 512 (6.4%) | 618 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 680 (8.5%) | 568 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 651 (8.1%) | 667 (8.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 264 (3.3%) | 441 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 327 (4.1%) | 317 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 212 (2.6%) | 256 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 78 (1.0%) | 248 (3.0%) |
| Total | 7,997 (100.0%) | 8,300 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Fayette County
Median Family Size in Fayette County
The median family size in Fayette County is 3.21 persons per family, with single female/mother families (736 | 17.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.82 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (182 | 4.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.60 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,243 (77.9%) | 3.11 |
| Single Male/Father | 182 (4.4%) | 2.60 |
| Single Female/Mother | 736 (17.7%) | 3.82 |
| Total Families | 4,161 (100.0%) | 3.21 |
Median Household Size in Fayette County
The median household size in Fayette County is 2.60 persons per household, with single female/mother households (736 | 12.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.02 persons per household. non-family households (1,982 | 32.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,243 (52.8%) | 3.11 |
| Single Male/Father | 182 (3.0%) | 3.26 |
| Single Female/Mother | 736 (12.0%) | 4.02 |
| Non-family | 1,982 (32.3%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 6,143 (100.0%) | 2.60 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fayette County
Out of a total of 6,143 households in Fayette County, 4,161 (67.7%) are family households, while 1,982 (32.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,044, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,839.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,839 (29.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,044 (33.3%) | 141 (2.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 915 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 824 (13.4%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 238 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 88 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 52 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,161 (67.7%) | 1,982 (32.3%) |
Female Fertility in Fayette County
Fertility by Age in Fayette County
Average fertility rate in Fayette County is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 108 (80.6%) | 77.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 26 (19.4%) | 18.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fayette County
91.0% of women with births (134) in Fayette County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 96 (88.9%) | 12 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 122 (91.0%) | 12 (9.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Fayette County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 4 (3.0%) | 6.0 |
| High School Diploma | 60 (44.8%) | 59.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (29.8%) | 29.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30 (22.4%) | 99.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fayette County
9.0% of women with births in Fayette County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 20.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 48 (80.0%) | 12 (20.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 122 (91.0%) | 12 (9.0%) |
Income in Fayette County
Income Overview in Fayette County
Per Capita Income in Fayette County is $27,053, while median incomes of families and households are $62,336 and $45,650 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,297 | $27,053 |
| Median Family Income | 4,161 | $62,336 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,161 | $74,792 |
| Median Household Income | 6,143 | $45,650 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,143 | $66,681 |
| Income Deficit | 4,161 | $10,756 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,297 | 53.55% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,297 | 46.45¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,297 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Fayette County
Average Earnings in Fayette County are $32,721, $41,517 for men and $19,284 for women, a difference of 53.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,987 (54.8%) | $41,517 |
| Female | 3,289 (45.2%) | $19,284 |
| Total | 7,276 (100.0%) | $32,721 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fayette County
The most common earnings brackets in Fayette County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (628 | 15.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (299 | 9.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 159 (4.0%) | 299 (9.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 214 (5.4%) | 260 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 106 (2.7%) | 258 (7.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 112 (2.8%) | 190 (5.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 99 (2.5%) | 238 (7.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 123 (3.1%) | 148 (4.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 114 (2.9%) | 148 (4.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 19 (0.5%) | 145 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 60 (1.5%) | 116 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 141 (3.5%) | 147 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 130 (3.3%) | 216 (6.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 382 (9.6%) | 226 (6.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 235 (5.9%) | 81 (2.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 222 (5.6%) | 218 (6.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 137 (3.4%) | 59 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 288 (7.2%) | 81 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 304 (7.6%) | 208 (6.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 143 (3.6%) | 105 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 628 (15.8%) | 92 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 371 (9.3%) | 54 (1.6%) |
| Total | 3,987 (100.0%) | 3,289 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
Average earnings in Fayette County are $47,457 for men and $24,085 for women, a difference of 49.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,147, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $41,641. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,329, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,807.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,641 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $46,477 | $18,807 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,880 | $27,723 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | $83,147 | $70,329 |
| Total | $47,457 | $24,085 |
Family Income in Fayette County
Family Income Brackets in Fayette County
According to the Fayette County family income data, there are 774 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.6% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 141 families (3.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 158 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 208 | 5.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 270 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 628 | 15.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 399 | 9.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 678 | 16.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 724 | 17.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 774 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 141 | 3.4% |
| $200,000+ | 183 | 4.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fayette County
6-person families (89 | 2.1%) account for the highest median family income in Fayette County with $105,350 per family, while 2-person families (2,205 | 53.0%) have the highest median income of $29,325 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,205 (53.0%) | $58,650 |
| 3-Person Families | 819 (19.7%) | $60,885 |
| 4-Person Families | 786 (18.9%) | $85,580 |
| 5-Person Families | 211 (5.1%) | $73,984 |
| 6-Person Families | 89 (2.1%) | $105,350 |
| 7+ Person Families | 51 (1.2%) | $27,452 |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | $62,336 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fayette County
The median family income in Fayette County is $62,336, with families comprising 3+ earners (246) having the highest median family income of $106,544, while families with no earners (1,042) have the lowest median family income of $30,458, accounting for 5.9% and 25.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,042 (25.0%) | $30,458 |
| 1 Earner | 1,340 (32.2%) | $54,278 |
| 2 Earners | 1,533 (36.8%) | $94,583 |
| 3+ Earners | 246 (5.9%) | $106,544 |
| Total | 4,161 (100.0%) | $62,336 |
Household Income in Fayette County
Household Income Brackets in Fayette County
With 897 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Fayette County, accounting for 14.6% of all households. In contrast, only 172 households (2.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 418 | 6.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 596 | 9.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 731 | 11.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 829 | 13.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 651 | 10.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 897 | 14.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 762 | 12.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 866 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 172 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 233 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Fayette County
The median household income in Fayette County is $45,650, with the highest median household income of $58,688 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,259 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,051, with 2,285 households (37.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 137 (2.2%) | $33,844 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,462 (23.8%) | $56,172 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,259 (36.8%) | $58,688 |
| 65+ Years | 2,285 (37.2%) | $33,051 |
| Total | 6,143 (100.0%) | $45,650 |
Poverty in Fayette County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County
With 19.8% poverty level for males and 24.5% for females among the residents of Fayette County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 165 males (43.2%) and 182 females (39.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 165 (43.2%) | 182 (39.5%) |
| 5 Years | 53 (42.7%) | 20 (29.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 206 (36.5%) | 119 (29.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 124 (35.9%) | 139 (37.4%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (11.8%) | 6 (12.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 57 (28.2%) | 91 (28.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 88 (13.0%) | 80 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 175 (21.2%) | 332 (36.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 94 (10.8%) | 206 (23.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 306 (27.6%) | 240 (25.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 103 (8.8%) | 277 (23.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (11.2%) | 145 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 61 (11.1%) | 163 (20.3%) |
| Total | 1,543 (19.8%) | 2,000 (24.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County
According to the poverty statistics in Fayette County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.2% of males and 88.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 217 (56.8%) | 279 (60.5%) |
| 5 Years | 71 (57.3%) | 48 (70.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 359 (63.5%) | 279 (70.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 221 (64.1%) | 233 (62.6%) |
| 15 Years | 75 (88.2%) | 42 (87.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 145 (71.8%) | 228 (71.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 589 (87.0%) | 603 (88.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 650 (78.8%) | 585 (63.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 777 (89.2%) | 664 (76.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 801 (72.4%) | 714 (74.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,072 (91.2%) | 890 (76.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 805 (88.8%) | 954 (86.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 488 (88.9%) | 641 (79.7%) |
| Total | 6,270 (80.2%) | 6,160 (75.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fayette County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fayette County show that 9.6% or 312 of the total 3,243 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 31 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.3%, which includes 133 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,989 (93.7%) | 133 (6.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 772 (86.4%) | 122 (13.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 170 (86.7%) | 26 (13.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,931 (90.4%) | 312 (9.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fayette County
According to the poverty data in Fayette County, 18.1% or 33 single-father households and 43.1% or 317 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 households (59.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (24.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 24 (18.9%) | 191 (49.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (59.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33 (18.1%) | 317 (43.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fayette County
The poverty data for Fayette County shows that 312 of the married-couple family households (9.6%) and 350 of the single-parent households (38.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 133 (6.3%) | 58 (20.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 122 (13.7%) | 215 (42.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 26 (13.3%) | 68 (59.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 31 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 312 (9.6%) | 350 (38.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Fayette County
Employment by Class of Employer in Fayette County
Among the 6,236 employed individuals in Fayette County, private company employees (4,456 | 71.5%), local government employees (519 | 8.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (388 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,456 | 71.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 274 | 4.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 374 | 6.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 388 | 6.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 519 | 8.3% |
| State Government Employees | 143 | 2.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 82 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,236 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Fayette County
According to the labor force statistics for Fayette County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,382), 52.1% or 6,972 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.6% or 669 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 84.6% or 830 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.6% or 204 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 243 (25.0%) | 45 (18.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 830 (84.6%) | 204 (24.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 664 (73.5%) | 121 (18.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 713 (83.6%) | 51 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,270 (71.7%) | 86 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,491 (72.3%) | 127 (8.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 615 (54.4%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 580 (46.5%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 506 (25.0%) | 20 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,972 (52.1%) | 669 (9.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
According to labor force statistics for Fayette County, 66.9% of individuals (5,330) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,967) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 405 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 80.5% or 747 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.1% or 195 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 595 (45.5%) | 119 (9.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,926 (64.4%) | 302 (10.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,065 (75.3%) | 173 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 747 (80.5%) | 31 (3.3%) |
| Total | 5,330 (66.9%) | 605 (7.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fayette County are Health Diagnosing & Treating (580 | 9.2%), Management (404 | 6.4%), Health Technologists (387 | 6.1%), Community & Social Service (307 | 4.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (196 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fayette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (93.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (93.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (85.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 288 (71.3%) | 116 (28.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 8 (6.1%) | 123 (93.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 66 (93.0%) | 5 (7.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 (82.8%) | 5 (17.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 90 (29.3%) | 217 (70.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 16 (40.0%) | 24 (60.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 46 (76.7%) | 14 (23.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 28 (14.3%) | 168 (85.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 128 (22.1%) | 452 (77.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 125 (32.3%) | 262 (67.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 580 (38.9%) | 913 (61.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Fayette County are Cleaning & Maintenance (360 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (260 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (153 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (86 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (33 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Fayette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (74.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 67 (25.8%) | 193 (74.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 139 (38.6%) | 221 (61.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 34 (39.5%) | 52 (60.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 273 (30.6%) | 619 (69.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fayette County are Sales & Related (713 | 11.3%), and Office & Administration (405 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 197 (27.6%) | 516 (72.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 87 (21.5%) | 318 (78.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 284 (25.4%) | 834 (74.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fayette County are Construction & Extraction (362 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (298 | 4.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 362 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 298 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 696 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fayette County are Production (1,221 | 19.4%), Transportation (479 | 7.6%), and Material Moving (397 | 6.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,010 (82.7%) | 211 (17.3%) |
| Transportation | 402 (83.9%) | 77 (16.1%) |
| Material Moving | 328 (82.6%) | 69 (17.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,740 (83.0%) | 357 (17.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Fayette County
Employment Industries in Fayette County
The major employment industries in Fayette County include Manufacturing (1,774 | 28.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,020 | 16.2%), Retail Trade (901 | 14.3%), Educational Services (409 | 6.5%), and Construction (332 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fayette County
The Fayette County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (76.8%), and Finance & Insurance (75.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 310 (93.4%) | 22 (6.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,515 (85.4%) | 259 (14.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 116 (97.5%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 335 (37.2%) | 566 (62.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 197 (83.5%) | 39 (16.5%) |
| Utilities | 107 (89.9%) | 12 (10.1%) |
| Information | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 22 (24.4%) | 68 (75.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 81 (58.3%) | 58 (41.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 111 (78.2%) | 31 (21.8%) |
| Educational Services | 105 (25.7%) | 304 (74.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 135 (13.2%) | 885 (86.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 9 (45.0%) | 11 (55.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 76 (23.2%) | 252 (76.8%) |
| Public Administration | 33 (25.4%) | 97 (74.6%) |
| Total | 3,573 (56.8%) | 2,723 (43.2%) |
Education in Fayette County
School Enrollment in Fayette County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,591 students in Fayette County are high school (995 | 27.7%), middle school (840 | 23.4%), and elementary school (749 | 20.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 228 | 6.4% |
| Kindergarten | 134 | 3.7% |
| Elementary School | 749 | 20.9% |
| Middle School | 840 | 23.4% |
| High School | 995 | 27.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 630 | 17.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 15 | 0.4% |
| Total | 3,591 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fayette County
Out of a total of 3,591 students who are enrolled in schools in Fayette County, 381 (10.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,210 (89.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 47 (27.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 323 (95.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 124 (72.5%) | 47 (27.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 759 (92.1%) | 65 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 946 (90.3%) | 102 (9.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 595 (91.7%) | 54 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 323 (95.3%) | 16 (4.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 204 (84.3%) | 38 (15.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 176 (78.6%) | 48 (21.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 84 (89.4%) | 10 (10.6%) |
| Total | 3,210 (89.4%) | 381 (10.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fayette County
Business (317 | 20.7%), science & technology (245 | 16.0%), education (220 | 14.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (129 | 8.4%), and physical & health sciences (114 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,531 individuals in Fayette County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 54 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 129 | 8.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 114 | 7.4% |
| Psychology | 30 | 2.0% |
| Social Sciences | 56 | 3.7% |
| Engineering | 90 | 5.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 245 | 16.0% |
| Business | 317 | 20.7% |
| Education | 220 | 14.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 29 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 105 | 6.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 40 | 2.6% |
| Communications | 6 | 0.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 96 | 6.3% |
| Total | 1,531 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Fayette County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fayette County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fayette County are males with 2 vehicles (1,191, accounting for 34.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (773, making up 44.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 267 (7.6%) | 61 (2.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 398 (11.4%) | 670 (25.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,191 (34.0%) | 773 (28.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 874 (24.9%) | 626 (23.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 405 (11.6%) | 273 (10.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 373 (10.6%) | 267 (10.0%) |
| Total | 3,508 (100.0%) | 2,670 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Fayette County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fayette County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,096 commuters, 18.1%), 60 to 89 minutes (845 commuters, 13.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (669 commuters, 11.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 200 | 3.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 669 | 11.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,096 | 18.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 656 | 10.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 484 | 8.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 351 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 632 | 10.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 194 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 181 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 530 | 8.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 845 | 13.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 224 | 3.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Fayette County
The most common commute times in Fayette County are 10 to 14 minutes (610 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (486 commuters, 18.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 159 (4.7%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 408 (12.0%) | 261 (9.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 610 (18.0%) | 486 (18.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 255 (7.5%) | 401 (15.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 275 (8.1%) | 209 (7.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 236 (7.0%) | 115 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 240 (7.1%) | 392 (14.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 100 (2.9%) | 94 (3.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 84 (2.5%) | 97 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 319 (9.4%) | 211 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 524 (15.5%) | 321 (12.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 177 (5.2%) | 47 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fayette County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Fayette County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (637, 18.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (676, 25.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 637 (18.8%) | 151 (5.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 313 (9.2%) | 26 (1.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 396 (11.7%) | 96 (3.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 398 (11.7%) | 251 (9.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 383 (11.3%) | 371 (13.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 306 (9.0%) | 676 (25.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 221 (6.5%) | 418 (15.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 177 (5.2%) | 192 (7.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 8 (0.2%) | 47 (1.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 7 (0.2%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2 (0.1%) | 175 (6.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 49 (1.5%) | 132 (4.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 484 (14.3%) | 101 (3.8%) |
| Total | 3,387 (100.0%) | 2,675 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Fayette County
Occupancy by Ownership in Fayette County
Of the total 6,143 dwellings in Fayette County, owner-occupied units account for 4,659 (75.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,484 (24.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,659 | 75.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,484 | 24.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Fayette County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,839 | 29.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,185 | 35.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 915 | 14.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,204 | 19.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fayette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,327 (72.2%) | 512 (27.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,714 (78.4%) | 471 (21.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 745 (81.4%) | 170 (18.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 873 (72.5%) | 331 (27.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,659 (75.8%) | 1,484 (24.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 720 (66.5%) | 363 (33.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,849 (78.9%) | 495 (21.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,187 (66.6%) | 594 (33.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 903 (96.6%) | 32 (3.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fayette County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 792 | 12.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 807 | 13.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 863 | 14.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,396 | 22.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,226 | 20.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 797 | 13.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 262 | 4.3% |
| Total | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Fayette County
Median Income by Occupancy in Fayette County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,659 (75.8%) | $55,839 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,484 (24.2%) | $26,598 |
| Average | 6,143 (100.0%) | $45,650 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fayette County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 183 (3.9%) | 101 (6.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 85 (1.8%) | 47 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 255 (5.5%) | 339 (22.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 330 (7.1%) | 141 (9.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 183 (3.9%) | 75 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 571 (12.3%) | 258 (17.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 461 (9.9%) | 188 (12.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 726 (15.6%) | 168 (11.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 616 (13.2%) | 146 (9.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 843 (18.1%) | 21 (1.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 406 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,659 (100.0%) | 1,484 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fayette County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,126 (24.2%) | 130 (8.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,324 (28.4%) | 242 (16.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 928 (19.9%) | 590 (39.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 376 (8.1%) | 185 (12.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 595 (12.8%) | 127 (8.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 165 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 103 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 35 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 7 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,659 (100.0%) | 1,484 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Fayette County
Housing Structures in Fayette County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,184 | 68.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 | 0.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 188 | 3.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 89 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 220 | 3.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 128 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,304 | 21.2% |
| Total | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fayette County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,558 (85.0%) | 626 (15.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 27 (90.0%) | 3 (10.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 220 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 128 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,074 (82.4%) | 230 (17.6%) |
| Total | 4,659 (75.8%) | 1,484 (24.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fayette County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 10 (0.2%) | 53 (3.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 144 (3.1%) | 182 (12.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,645 (35.3%) | 857 (57.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,720 (36.9%) | 340 (22.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,140 (24.5%) | 52 (3.5%) |
| Total | 4,659 (100.0%) | 1,484 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fayette County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 902 (19.4%) | 466 (31.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 598 (12.8%) | 117 (7.9%) |
| Electricity | 2,974 (63.8%) | 877 (59.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 10 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 154 (3.3%) | 24 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 15 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,659 (100.0%) | 1,484 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Fayette County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 253 (5.4%) | 404 (27.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,015 (21.8%) | 595 (40.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,597 (34.3%) | 398 (26.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,794 (38.5%) | 87 (5.9%) |
| Total | 4,659 (100.0%) | 1,484 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Fayette County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fayette County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,152 | 1,507 |
| Median Property Value | $98,300 | $136,500 |
| Median Household Income | $46,090 | $237 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $365 | $7 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $294 | $326 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 921 (29.2%) | 126 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 685 (21.7%) | 391 (26.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,224 (38.8%) | 792 (52.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 99 (3.1%) | 177 (11.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 100 (3.2%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 62 (2.0%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 61 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,152 (100.0%) | 1,507 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 252 (8.0%) | 21 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 606 (19.2%) | 16 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 469 (14.9%) | 162 (10.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 306 (9.7%) | 102 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 496 (15.7%) | 155 (10.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 388 (12.3%) | 230 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 466 (14.8%) | 228 (15.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 169 (5.4%) | 377 (25.0%) |
| Total | 3,152 (100.0%) | 1,507 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fayette County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,510 (47.9%) | 85,662 (5,684.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 444 (14.1%) | 910 (60.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 263 (8.3%) | 230 (15.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 841 (26.7%) | 137 (9.1%) |
| Total | 3,152 (100.0%) | 1,507 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,906 (60.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 186 (5.9%) | 959 (63.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 16 (0.5%) | 161 (10.7%) |
| Total | 3,152 (100.0%) | 1,507 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Fayette County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,016 (97.9%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,649 (97.3%) | 75 (2.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,092 (86.9%) | 165 (13.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,186 (75.3%) | 389 (24.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,387 (79.7%) | 354 (20.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,691 (82.1%) | 370 (17.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,098 (89.6%) | 244 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,005 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,353 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,477 (89.9%) | 1,619 (10.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fayette County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,016 (97.9%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,649 (97.3%) | 75 (2.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,092 (86.9%) | 165 (13.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fayette County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,761 (82.5%) | 587 (17.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,450 (89.2%) | 417 (10.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,400 (93.7%) | 162 (6.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,173 (90.0%) | 242 (10.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,600 (95.6%) | 167 (4.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 609 (58.7%) | 555 (53.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,490 (54.7%) | 1,216 (44.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 172 (13.7%) | 954 (75.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 258 (16.4%) | 1,028 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 369 (21.2%) | 1,043 (59.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 386 (18.7%) | 1,366 (66.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 711 (30.4%) | 1,633 (69.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,964 (98.0%) | 1,260 (62.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,349 (99.7%) | 891 (65.8%) |
| Total | 7,308 (45.4%) | 9,946 (61.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fayette County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 111 (8.3%) | 177 (14.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 164 (10.8%) | 75 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 694 (22.0%) | 882 (29.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 398 (43.9%) | 419 (38.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 282 (51.4%) | 580 (72.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fayette County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.5%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 123 (3.9%) | 264 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 220 (24.3%) | 113 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 146 (26.6%) | 250 (31.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.5%) | 24 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (1.5%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 105 (3.3%) | 298 (10.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (9.9%) | 72 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (6.7%) | 158 (19.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 100 (7.5%) | 159 (12.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 132 (8.7%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 277 (8.8%) | 515 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.9%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 111 (20.2%) | 148 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 15 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.7%) | 45 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 519 (16.5%) | 670 (22.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 214 (23.6%) | 297 (27.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 175 (31.9%) | 438 (54.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (1.0%) | 15 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 83 (2.6%) | 212 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (3.9%) | 34 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (6.9%) | 122 (15.2%) |
Technology Access in Fayette County
Computing Device Access in Fayette County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,514 | 57.2% |
| Smartphone | 4,723 | 76.9% |
| Tablet | 3,133 | 51.0% |
| No Computing Device | 972 | 15.8% |
| Total | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Fayette County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 2,788 | 45.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,143 | 18.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 698 | 11.4% |
| No Internet | 1,632 | 26.6% |
| Total | 6,143 | 100.0% |
Fayette County Summary
Fayette County is located in the northwest corner of Alabama, and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Marion County to the north, Lamar County to the east, Walker County to the south, and Winston County to the west. The county seat is Fayette, and the largest city is Berry.
Geography
Fayette County covers an area of 602 square miles, of which 599 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly rolling hills, with the highest point being 1,000 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Mulberry Fork of the Black Warrior River, which flows through the center of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Fayette, Lake Lamar, and Lake Walker.
Climate
Fayette County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 52 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 17,241 people, 6,845 households, and 4,845 families living in the county. The population density was 29 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 18.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. 1.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $31,945, and the median income for a family was $39,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 17.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Fayette County's economy is largely based on agriculture, with the main crops being cotton, corn, soybeans, and wheat. The county is also home to several manufacturing plants, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a furniture factory. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
History
Fayette County was established in 1824, and was named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War. The county seat, Fayette, was established in 1825.
The county was largely rural until the late 19th century, when the railroad was built through the county. This led to the development of several small towns, including Berry, Winfield, and Bankston.
In the early 20th century, the county was home to several coal mines, which provided jobs for many of the county's residents. The coal industry declined in the mid-20th century, and the county's economy shifted to agriculture and manufacturing.
Today, Fayette County is a largely rural county, with a population of 17,241. The county is home to several small towns, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, including fishing, hunting, and camping.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Fayette County?
Total Population of Fayette County is 16,297.
What is the Total Male Population of Fayette County?
Total Male Population of Fayette County is 7,997.
What is the Total Female Population of Fayette County?
Total Female Population of Fayette County is 8,300.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fayette County?
There are 96.35 Males per 100 Females in Fayette County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fayette County?
There are 103.79 Females per 100 Males in Fayette County.
What is the Median Population Age in Fayette County?
Median Population Age in Fayette County is 43.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fayette County
Average Family Size in Fayette County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fayette County
Average Household Size in Fayette County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fayette County?
Per Capita income in Fayette County is $27,053.
What is the Median Family Income in Fayette County?
Median Family Income in Fayette County is $62,336.
What is the Median Household income in Fayette County?
Median Household Income in Fayette County is $45,650.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fayette County?
Income or Wage Gap in Fayette County is 53.6%.
Women in Fayette County earn 46.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Fayette County?
Family Income Deficit in Fayette County is $10,756.
Families that are below poverty line in Fayette County earn $10,756 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fayette County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fayette County is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fayette County?
There are 6,972 People in the Labor Forcein in Fayette County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fayette County?
52.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Fayette County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fayette County?
Unemployment Rate in Fayette County is 9.6%.