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Fayetteville Overview

208,697
TOTAL POPULATION
106,029
MALE POPULATION
102,668
FEMALE POPULATION
103.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.83
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,039
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,485
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,424
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,693
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
108,889
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fayetteville Zip Codes

Fayetteville Area Codes

Race in Fayetteville

The most populous races in Fayetteville are Black / African American (88,538 | 42.4%), White / Caucasian (82,314 | 39.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (26,857 | 12.9%).
Race in Fayetteville
Race# Population% Population
Asian6,6033.2%
Black / African American88,53842.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific9920.5%
Hispanic or Latino26,85712.9%
Native / Alaskan1,8820.9%
White / Caucasian82,31439.4%
Two or more Races20,5419.8%
Some other Race7,8273.7%
Total208,697100.0%

Ancestry in Fayetteville

The most populous ancestries reported in Fayetteville are German (16,378 | 7.9%), English (14,565 | 7.0%), Irish (13,672 | 6.6%), American (9,634 | 4.6%), and Mexican (9,065 | 4.3%), together accounting for 30.3% of all Fayetteville residents.
Ancestry in Fayetteville
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan270.0%
African1,5870.8%
Albanian280.0%
American9,6344.6%
Apache1510.1%
Arab1,3010.6%
Argentinean400.0%
Armenian700.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac80.0%
Australian250.0%
Austrian2400.1%
Bahamian750.0%
Barbadian1620.1%
Belgian380.0%
Bermudan70.0%
Bhutanese7930.4%
Blackfeet4370.2%
Bolivian710.0%
Brazilian1360.1%
British8180.4%
British West Indian1410.1%
Bulgarian910.0%
Burmese2,3261.1%
Cajun510.0%
Cambodian690.0%
Canadian1330.1%
Cape Verdean190.0%
Celtic270.0%
Central American3,7571.8%
Central American Indian3590.2%
Cherokee1,5730.7%
Chickasaw1190.1%
Chilean3100.2%
Chippewa1360.1%
Choctaw530.0%
Colombian7580.4%
Comanche180.0%
Costa Rican1460.1%
Creek190.0%
Croatian1770.1%
Cuban6920.3%
Czech2860.1%
Czechoslovakian1260.1%
Danish5330.3%
Delaware110.0%
Dominican1,1160.5%
Dutch8940.4%
Dutch West Indian990.1%
Eastern European2040.1%
Ecuadorian5180.3%
Egyptian700.0%
English14,5657.0%
Ethiopian1880.1%
European2,1281.0%
Filipino220.0%
Finnish2310.1%
French2,3111.1%
French American Indian230.0%
French Canadian4070.2%
German16,3787.9%
German Russian280.0%
Ghanaian4140.2%
Greek4720.2%
Guamanian / Chamorro5590.3%
Guatemalan7480.4%
Guyanese1100.1%
Haitian7030.3%
Honduran5800.3%
Hungarian4550.2%
Icelander100.0%
Indian (Asian)8640.4%
Indonesian760.0%
Inupiat320.0%
Iranian830.0%
Iraqi2180.1%
Irish13,6726.6%
Iroquois1000.1%
Israeli700.0%
Italian4,6892.2%
Jamaican2,3111.1%
Japanese320.0%
Kenyan730.0%
Korean2,5271.2%
Laotian530.0%
Latvian150.0%
Lebanese1510.1%
Liberian170.0%
Lithuanian460.0%
Lumbee1,4720.7%
Macedonian170.0%
Malaysian1250.1%
Marshallese50.0%
Mexican9,0654.3%
Mexican American Indian1090.1%
Moroccan2320.1%
Native Hawaiian4630.2%
Navajo970.1%
Nepalese40.0%
New Zealander420.0%
Nicaraguan1090.1%
Nigerian3100.2%
Northern European2130.1%
Norwegian7330.4%
Pakistani4210.2%
Palestinian150.0%
Panamanian1,5430.7%
Paraguayan160.0%
Pennsylvania German610.0%
Peruvian3060.2%
Polish2,2361.1%
Portuguese4100.2%
Puerto Rican9,0184.3%
Romanian1030.1%
Russian7050.3%
Salvadoran6310.3%
Samoan1620.1%
Scandinavian5040.2%
Scotch-Irish2,0151.0%
Scottish3,3001.6%
Seminole40.0%
Serbian210.0%
Shoshone40.0%
Sierra Leonean190.0%
Sioux1110.1%
Slavic520.0%
Slovak1220.1%
Slovene120.0%
Somali60.0%
South African270.0%
South American2,1441.0%
Spaniard4630.2%
Spanish1810.1%
Sri Lankan1,0190.5%
Subsaharan African3,0911.5%
Sudanese1390.1%
Swedish1,0340.5%
Swiss2510.1%
Syrian390.0%
Thai1,2580.6%
Tohono O'Odham190.0%
Tongan260.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian3260.2%
Turkish2260.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander100.0%
Ukrainian1560.1%
Ute460.0%
Venezuelan1250.1%
Vietnamese110.0%
Welsh8570.4%
West Indian3310.2%
Yaqui150.0%
Yugoslavian430.0%
Zimbabwean100.0%
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Immigrants in Fayetteville

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fayetteville came from Latin America (7,037 | 3.4%), Asia (5,026 | 2.4%), Central America (3,017 | 1.5%), Caribbean (2,775 | 1.3%), and Europe (2,138 | 1.0%), together accounting for 9.6% of all Fayetteville residents.
Immigrants in Fayetteville
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan270.0%
Africa1,8150.9%
Albania110.0%
Argentina140.0%
Asia5,0262.4%
Austria110.0%
Bahamas640.0%
Bangladesh780.0%
Barbados1510.1%
Bolivia380.0%
Brazil1120.1%
Bulgaria390.0%
Cabo Verde70.0%
Cambodia110.0%
Cameroon1090.1%
Canada1290.1%
Caribbean2,7751.3%
Central America3,0171.5%
Chile1090.1%
China1750.1%
Colombia4300.2%
Costa Rica1000.1%
Cuba870.0%
Czechoslovakia420.0%
Dominica100.0%
Dominican Republic4050.2%
Eastern Africa2970.1%
Eastern Asia1,8890.9%
Eastern Europe4670.2%
Ecuador1350.1%
Egypt410.0%
El Salvador3230.2%
England1460.1%
Eritrea200.0%
Ethiopia650.0%
Europe2,1381.0%
Fiji90.0%
France490.0%
Germany1,1330.5%
Ghana5150.3%
Greece930.0%
Grenada770.0%
Guatemala3300.2%
Guyana1390.1%
Haiti2230.1%
Honduras2930.1%
Hong Kong150.0%
Hungary410.0%
India6540.3%
Indonesia90.0%
Iraq2150.1%
Ireland60.0%
Italy430.0%
Jamaica1,5110.7%
Japan2080.1%
Kazakhstan460.0%
Kenya990.1%
Korea1,4530.7%
Laos30.0%
Latin America7,0373.4%
Lebanon450.0%
Liberia610.0%
Malaysia200.0%
Mexico1,2290.6%
Micronesia890.0%
Middle Africa1370.1%
Morocco470.0%
Nepal1900.1%
Netherlands250.0%
Nicaragua220.0%
Nigeria2460.1%
Northern Africa1450.1%
Northern Europe2950.1%
Norway160.0%
Oceania2730.1%
Pakistan1060.1%
Panama7200.3%
Peru1550.1%
Philippines8550.4%
Poland660.0%
Romania340.0%
Russia1300.1%
Saudi Arabia130.0%
Scotland230.0%
Serbia80.0%
Sierra Leone190.0%
Somalia270.0%
South Africa160.0%
South America1,2450.6%
South Central Asia1,1310.5%
South Eastern Asia1,5080.7%
Southern Europe1580.1%
Spain220.0%
Sudan200.0%
Taiwan90.0%
Thailand2080.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1890.1%
Turkey610.0%
Ukraine610.0%
Uzbekistan60.0%
Venezuela1130.1%
Vietnam3800.2%
Western Africa1,1070.5%
Western Asia4740.2%
Western Europe1,2180.6%
Yemen1210.1%
Zimbabwe600.0%
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Sex and Age in Fayetteville

Sex and Age in Fayetteville

The most populous age groups in Fayetteville are 20 to 24 Years (15,654 | 14.8%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (9,677 | 9.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,806 (7.4%)8,048 (7.8%)
5 to 9 Years7,169 (6.8%)6,790 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years6,183 (5.8%)6,338 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Years7,042 (6.6%)5,634 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years15,654 (14.8%)9,158 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Years12,665 (11.9%)9,677 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years8,889 (8.4%)8,302 (8.1%)
35 to 39 Years6,531 (6.2%)6,619 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years5,266 (5.0%)5,718 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years4,259 (4.0%)5,029 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years4,268 (4.0%)5,147 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years5,027 (4.7%)5,747 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years4,235 (4.0%)5,253 (5.1%)
65 to 69 Years3,772 (3.6%)4,765 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years3,071 (2.9%)3,685 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years1,884 (1.8%)2,928 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years1,281 (1.2%)1,825 (1.8%)
85 Years and over1,027 (1.0%)2,005 (1.9%)
Total106,029 (100.0%)102,668 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fayetteville

Median Family Size in Fayetteville

The median family size in Fayetteville is 3.15 persons per family, with single female/mother families (13,506 | 28.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,594 | 7.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fayetteville
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple30,075 (63.7%)3.15
Single Male/Father3,594 (7.6%)3.05
Single Female/Mother13,506 (28.6%)3.19
Total Families47,175 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Fayetteville

The median household size in Fayetteville is 2.40 persons per household, with single male/father households (3,594 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (33,677 | 41.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fayetteville
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple30,075 (37.2%)3.18
Single Male/Father3,594 (4.4%)3.45
Single Female/Mother13,506 (16.7%)3.39
Non-family33,677 (41.6%)1.19
Total Households80,852 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fayetteville

Out of a total of 80,852 households in Fayetteville, 47,175 (58.4%) are family households, while 33,677 (41.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 21,611, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 28,755.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fayetteville
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-28,755 (35.6%)
2-Person Households21,611 (26.7%)4,342 (5.4%)
3-Person Households12,307 (15.2%)443 (0.5%)
4-Person Households7,738 (9.6%)91 (0.1%)
5-Person Households3,169 (3.9%)46 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,445 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households905 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total47,175 (58.4%)33,677 (41.6%)

Female Fertility in Fayetteville

Fertility by Age in Fayetteville

Average fertility rate in Fayetteville is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years51 (1.6%)9.0
20 to 34 years2,670 (84.8%)98.0
35 to 50 years426 (13.5%)23.0
Total3,147 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fayetteville

67.2% of women with births (3,147) in Fayetteville are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 13.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fayetteville
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years44 (86.3%)7 (13.7%)
20 to 34 years1,717 (64.3%)953 (35.7%)
35 to 50 years354 (83.1%)72 (16.9%)
Total2,115 (67.2%)1,032 (32.8%)

Fertility by Education in Fayetteville

Average fertility rate in Fayetteville is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 76.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 51.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fayetteville
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School146 (4.6%)25.0
High School Diploma711 (22.6%)65.0
College or Associate's Degree1,612 (51.2%)76.0
Bachelor's Degree468 (14.9%)50.0
Graduate Degree210 (6.7%)53.0
Total3,147 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fayetteville

32.8% of women with births in Fayetteville are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 95.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 51.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fayetteville
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School90 (61.6%)56 (38.4%)
High School Diploma344 (48.4%)367 (51.6%)
College or Associate's Degree1,053 (65.3%)559 (34.7%)
Bachelor's Degree430 (91.9%)38 (8.1%)
Graduate Degree200 (95.2%)10 (4.8%)
Total2,115 (67.2%)1,032 (32.8%)

Income in Fayetteville

Income Overview in Fayetteville

Per Capita Income in Fayetteville is $30,039, while median incomes of families and households are $63,485 and $53,424 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income208,697$30,039
Median Family Income47,175$63,485
Mean Family Income47,175$82,568
Median Household Income80,852$53,424
Mean Household Income80,852$70,355
Income Deficit47,175$10,693
Wage / Income Gap (%)208,69715.34%
Wage / Income Gap ($)208,69784.66¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index208,6970.45

Earnings by Sex in Fayetteville

Average Earnings in Fayetteville are $33,427, $35,297 for men and $29,884 for women, a difference of 15.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Fayetteville
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male62,230 (56.0%)$35,297
Female48,928 (44.0%)$29,884
Total111,158 (100.0%)$33,427

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fayetteville

The most common earnings brackets in Fayetteville are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (7,269 | 11.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (4,240 | 8.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fayetteville
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,944 (3.1%)2,540 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,293 (2.1%)2,095 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,579 (2.5%)2,086 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,169 (1.9%)1,769 (3.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,693 (2.7%)2,167 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,595 (2.6%)1,671 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,068 (1.7%)1,995 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,357 (2.2%)1,929 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,934 (3.1%)1,818 (3.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,785 (4.5%)2,260 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9997,269 (11.7%)4,240 (8.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9997,165 (11.5%)4,049 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9993,985 (6.4%)3,144 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9994,272 (6.9%)2,671 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,841 (4.6%)2,741 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,772 (4.4%)1,948 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9994,822 (7.7%)3,172 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9993,318 (5.3%)1,912 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,179 (8.3%)2,731 (5.6%)
$100,000+4,190 (6.7%)1,990 (4.1%)
Total62,230 (100.0%)48,928 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville

Average earnings in Fayetteville are $42,916 for men and $34,243 for women, a difference of 20.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,632, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,370, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,447.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,500$21,447
High School Diploma$33,797$25,763
College or Associate's Degree$41,907$31,767
Bachelor's Degree$54,878$41,492
Graduate Degree$87,632$57,370
Total$42,916$34,243

Family Income in Fayetteville

Family Income Brackets in Fayetteville

According to the Fayetteville family income data, there are 9,105 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,368 families (2.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fayetteville
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,5475.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,3682.9%
$15,000 to $24,9993,2086.8%
$25,000 to $34,9994,5299.6%
$35,000 to $49,9996,36913.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999,10519.3%
$75,000 to $99,9996,98214.8%
$100,000 to $149,9997,31215.5%
$150,000 to $199,9992,8786.1%
$200,000+2,8306.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fayetteville

5-person families (2,911 | 6.2%) account for the highest median family income in Fayetteville with $78,785 per family, while 2-person families (23,586 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $30,917 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fayetteville
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families23,586 (50.0%)$61,834
3-Person Families11,320 (24.0%)$60,211
4-Person Families7,336 (15.5%)$71,853
5-Person Families2,911 (6.2%)$78,785
6-Person Families1,304 (2.8%)$66,964
7+ Person Families718 (1.5%)$76,607
Total47,175 (100.0%)$63,485

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fayetteville

The median family income in Fayetteville is $63,485, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,144) having the highest median family income of $115,588, while families with no earners (7,106) have the lowest median family income of $35,603, accounting for 6.7% and 15.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fayetteville
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners7,106 (15.1%)$35,603
1 Earner19,180 (40.7%)$48,004
2 Earners17,745 (37.6%)$83,238
3+ Earners3,144 (6.7%)$115,588
Total47,175 (100.0%)$63,485

Household Income in Fayetteville

Household Income Brackets in Fayetteville

With 15,604 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Fayetteville, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 3,315 households (4.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fayetteville
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005,9027.3%
$10,000 to $14,9993,9624.9%
$15,000 to $24,9997,2779.0%
$25,000 to $34,9999,05511.2%
$35,000 to $49,99911,72414.5%
$50,000 to $74,99915,60419.3%
$75,000 to $99,99910,43012.9%
$100,000 to $149,9999,94512.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993,5574.4%
$200,000+3,3154.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fayetteville

The median household income in Fayetteville is $53,424, with the highest median household income of $61,279 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 23,640 households (29.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,366, with 7,145 households (8.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fayetteville
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years7,145 (8.8%)$41,366
25 to 44 Years33,267 (41.1%)$54,923
45 to 64 Years23,640 (29.2%)$61,279
65+ Years16,800 (20.8%)$45,645
Total80,852 (100.0%)$53,424

Poverty in Fayetteville

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayetteville

With 16.5% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Fayetteville, 12 to 14 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 974 males (28.7%) and 988 females (28.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,212 (28.6%)2,107 (26.4%)
5 Years496 (28.5%)356 (25.3%)
6 to 11 Years1,966 (24.9%)2,057 (25.7%)
12 to 14 Years974 (28.7%)988 (28.6%)
15 Years300 (24.8%)140 (12.1%)
16 and 17 Years546 (23.7%)520 (24.2%)
18 to 24 Years1,712 (16.0%)2,522 (25.4%)
25 to 34 Years2,557 (13.7%)3,611 (20.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,260 (10.9%)2,275 (18.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,021 (12.2%)1,807 (17.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,226 (13.3%)1,915 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years701 (10.4%)1,482 (17.7%)
75 Years and over408 (10.3%)1,140 (17.5%)
Total15,379 (16.5%)20,920 (20.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayetteville

According to the poverty statistics in Fayetteville, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 89.6% of males and 87.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,515 (71.4%)5,865 (73.6%)
5 Years1,245 (71.5%)1,052 (74.7%)
6 to 11 Years5,919 (75.1%)5,951 (74.3%)
12 to 14 Years2,416 (71.3%)2,462 (71.4%)
15 Years908 (75.2%)1,013 (87.9%)
16 and 17 Years1,760 (76.3%)1,627 (75.8%)
18 to 24 Years9,002 (84.0%)7,405 (74.6%)
25 to 34 Years16,074 (86.3%)14,253 (79.8%)
35 to 44 Years10,286 (89.1%)10,029 (81.5%)
45 to 54 Years7,351 (87.8%)8,357 (82.2%)
55 to 64 Years7,963 (86.7%)9,044 (82.5%)
65 to 74 Years6,058 (89.6%)6,875 (82.3%)
75 Years and over3,535 (89.6%)5,364 (82.5%)
Total78,032 (83.5%)79,297 (79.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fayetteville

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fayetteville show that 6.9% or 2,079 of the total 30,075 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 27.8%, comprising of 57 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.8%, which includes 1,025 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fayetteville
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children16,671 (94.2%)1,025 (5.8%)
1 or 2 Children9,012 (93.1%)670 (6.9%)
3 or 4 Children2,165 (86.9%)327 (13.1%)
5 or more Children148 (72.2%)57 (27.8%)
Total27,996 (93.1%)2,079 (6.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fayetteville

According to the poverty data in Fayetteville, 17.1% or 615 single-father households and 32.5% or 4,393 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 106 households (29.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 156 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fayetteville
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children150 (9.9%)614 (14.1%)
1 or 2 Children338 (20.7%)2,676 (35.3%)
3 or 4 Children106 (29.6%)947 (66.4%)
5 or more Children21 (23.6%)156 (100.0%)
Total615 (17.1%)4,393 (32.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fayetteville

The poverty data for Fayetteville shows that 2,079 of the married-couple family households (6.9%) and 5,008 of the single-parent households (29.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 57 households (27.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 177 household (72.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fayetteville
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,025 (5.8%)764 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children670 (6.9%)3,014 (32.7%)
3 or 4 Children327 (13.1%)1,053 (59.0%)
5 or more Children57 (27.8%)177 (72.2%)
Total2,079 (6.9%)5,008 (29.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Fayetteville

Employment by Class of Employer in Fayetteville

Among the 100,261 employed individuals in Fayetteville, private company employees (48,426 | 48.3%), federal government employees (32,967 | 32.9%), and local government employees (4,916 | 4.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fayetteville
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees48,42648.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,3832.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3,2723.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3,6453.6%
Local Government Employees4,9164.9%
State Government Employees4,4984.5%
Federal Government Employees32,96732.9%
Unpaid Family Workers1540.2%
Total100,261100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fayetteville

According to the labor force statistics for Fayetteville, out of the total population over 16 years of age (163,990), 66.4% or 108,889 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.4% or 9,147 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.9% or 18,968 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.6% or 828 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4,451 (43.2%)828 (18.6%)
20 to 24 Years21,041 (84.8%)2,735 (13.0%)
25 to 29 Years18,968 (84.9%)1,783 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years14,045 (81.7%)1,334 (9.5%)
35 to 44 Years20,007 (82.9%)1,400 (7.0%)
45 to 54 Years14,364 (76.8%)1,034 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years7,014 (65.1%)302 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years5,076 (53.5%)198 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years3,395 (22.2%)170 (5.0%)
75 Years and over624 (5.7%)20 (3.2%)
Total108,889 (66.4%)9,147 (8.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville

According to labor force statistics for Fayetteville, 77.4% of individuals (79,437) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (102,632) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 5,878 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 85.6% or 25,614 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.6% or 538 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,448 (57.0%)944 (15.6%)
High School Diploma17,855 (72.5%)2,266 (9.2%)
College / Associate Degree32,534 (77.4%)3,195 (7.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher25,614 (85.6%)1,287 (4.3%)
Total79,437 (77.4%)7,595 (7.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fayetteville are Community & Social Service (9,795 | 12.9%), Education Instruction & Library (6,058 | 8.0%), Management (5,743 | 7.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (4,735 | 6.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (3,429 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fayetteville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fayetteville, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.2%), Education, Arts & Media (76.5%), and Health Technologists (74.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,768 (48.2%)2,975 (51.8%)
Business & Financial1,137 (40.8%)1,652 (59.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,443 (71.3%)986 (28.7%)
Computers & Mathematics1,263 (69.2%)563 (30.8%)
Architecture & Engineering916 (86.8%)139 (13.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science264 (48.2%)284 (51.8%)
Community & Social Service 2,898 (29.6%)6,897 (70.4%)
Education, Arts & Media463 (23.5%)1,506 (76.5%)
Legal Services & Support202 (33.1%)408 (66.9%)
Education Instruction & Library1,595 (26.3%)4,463 (73.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment638 (55.1%)520 (44.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,078 (22.8%)3,657 (77.2%)
Health Technologists668 (25.2%)1,987 (74.8%)
Total (Category)10,324 (39.0%)16,167 (61.0%)
Total (Overall)35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fayetteville are Food Preparation & Serving (5,920 | 7.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,813 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (2,610 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (2,561 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (1,818 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in Fayetteville

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fayetteville, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (76.5%), Security & Protection (69.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (62.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (91.2%), Personal Care & Service (68.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support224 (8.7%)2,337 (91.2%)
Security & Protection1,260 (69.3%)558 (30.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention561 (62.1%)343 (37.9%)
Law Enforcement699 (76.5%)215 (23.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,923 (49.4%)2,997 (50.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,613 (57.3%)1,200 (42.7%)
Personal Care & Service811 (31.1%)1,799 (68.9%)
Total (Category)6,831 (43.4%)8,891 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fayetteville are Sales & Related (8,261 | 10.9%), and Office & Administration (8,018 | 10.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fayetteville

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3,130 (37.9%)5,131 (62.1%)
Office & Administration1,819 (22.7%)6,199 (77.3%)
Total (Category)4,949 (30.4%)11,330 (69.6%)
Total (Overall)35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fayetteville are Construction & Extraction (2,823 | 3.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,439 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (179 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fayetteville

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry94 (52.5%)85 (47.5%)
Construction & Extraction2,705 (95.8%)118 (4.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,287 (93.8%)152 (6.2%)
Total (Category)5,086 (93.5%)355 (6.5%)
Total (Overall)35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fayetteville are Production (4,907 | 6.5%), Material Moving (3,729 | 4.9%), and Transportation (3,259 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fayetteville

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fayetteville
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,803 (57.1%)2,104 (42.9%)
Transportation2,637 (80.9%)622 (19.1%)
Material Moving2,479 (66.5%)1,250 (33.5%)
Total (Category)7,919 (66.6%)3,976 (33.4%)
Total (Overall)35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fayetteville

Employment Industries in Fayetteville

The major employment industries in Fayetteville include Health Care & Social Assistance (11,115 | 14.7%), Retail Trade (10,569 | 13.9%), Educational Services (8,105 | 10.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (8,073 | 10.6%), and Manufacturing (6,409 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Fayetteville

Employment Industries by Sex in Fayetteville

The Fayetteville industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (83.8%), and Wholesale Trade (71.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.0%), Finance & Insurance (69.6%), and Educational Services (65.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fayetteville
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting219 (68.0%)103 (32.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3,468 (83.8%)669 (16.2%)
Manufacturing3,824 (59.7%)2,585 (40.3%)
Wholesale Trade876 (71.3%)352 (28.7%)
Retail Trade5,007 (47.4%)5,562 (52.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,654 (69.2%)1,182 (30.8%)
Utilities91 (42.1%)125 (57.9%)
Information579 (57.7%)425 (42.3%)
Finance & Insurance478 (30.4%)1,093 (69.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing681 (50.5%)667 (49.5%)
Professional & Scientific1,736 (49.5%)1,773 (50.5%)
Enterprise Management13 (65.0%)7 (35.0%)
Administrative & Support1,733 (55.8%)1,374 (44.2%)
Educational Services2,761 (34.1%)5,344 (65.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,890 (17.0%)9,225 (83.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation520 (45.8%)616 (54.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,606 (44.7%)4,467 (55.3%)
Public Administration3,296 (53.8%)2,831 (46.2%)
Total35,109 (46.3%)40,719 (53.7%)

Education in Fayetteville

School Enrollment in Fayetteville

The most common levels of schooling among the 55,202 students in Fayetteville are college / undergraduate (15,926 | 28.8%), elementary school (10,570 | 19.2%), and middle school (9,948 | 18.0%).
School Enrollment in Fayetteville
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,9575.4%
Kindergarten3,2195.8%
Elementary School10,57019.2%
Middle School9,94818.0%
High School9,01116.3%
College / Undergraduate15,92628.8%
Graduate / Professional3,5716.5%
Total55,202100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fayetteville

Out of a total of 55,202 students who are enrolled in schools in Fayetteville, 9,550 (17.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 45,652 (82.7%) 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 786 (33.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6,094 (92.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fayetteville
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,587 (66.9%)786 (33.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old11,198 (86.6%)1,734 (13.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds10,692 (87.7%)1,496 (12.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds6,094 (92.7%)482 (7.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2,530 (80.7%)605 (19.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds5,135 (76.7%)1,561 (23.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5,080 (76.2%)1,586 (23.8%)
35 Years and over3,331 (71.9%)1,305 (28.1%)
Total45,652 (82.7%)9,550 (17.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fayetteville

Business (7,184 | 18.1%), education (5,496 | 13.9%), arts & humanities (4,822 | 12.2%), science & technology (3,858 | 9.8%), and social sciences (3,354 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 39,580 individuals in Fayetteville who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fayetteville
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,4513.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,2795.8%
Physical & Health Sciences9892.5%
Psychology2,4226.1%
Social Sciences3,3548.5%
Engineering1,4283.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies5311.3%
Science & Technology3,8589.8%
Business7,18418.1%
Education5,49613.9%
Literature & Languages1,3593.4%
Liberal Arts & History2,5256.4%
Visual & Performing Arts9022.3%
Communications9802.5%
Arts & Humanities4,82212.2%
Total39,580100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fayetteville

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fayetteville

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fayetteville are males with 2 vehicles (20,834, accounting for 44.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (16,213, making up 50.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fayetteville
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,572 (3.4%)1,443 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle12,249 (26.2%)14,034 (33.7%)
2 Vehicles20,834 (44.6%)16,213 (39.0%)
3 Vehicles8,390 (18.0%)7,008 (16.8%)
4 Vehicles2,353 (5.0%)1,889 (4.5%)
5 or more Vehicles1,322 (2.8%)1,039 (2.5%)
Total46,720 (100.0%)41,626 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fayetteville

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fayetteville are 15 to 19 minutes (20,886 commuters, 22.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (15,342 commuters, 16.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (15,224 commuters, 16.1%).
Commute Time in Fayetteville
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6,7277.1%
5 to 9 Minutes13,92614.7%
10 to 14 Minutes15,22416.1%
15 to 19 Minutes20,88622.0%
20 to 24 Minutes15,34216.2%
25 to 29 Minutes4,8785.1%
30 to 34 Minutes8,2848.7%
35 to 39 Minutes1,2941.4%
40 to 44 Minutes1,2301.3%
45 to 59 Minutes3,1023.3%
60 to 89 Minutes2,6122.8%
90 or more Minutes1,3781.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Fayetteville

The most common commute times in Fayetteville are 15 to 19 minutes (11,199 commuters, 20.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (9,687 commuters, 24.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fayetteville
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5,269 (9.5%)1,458 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes8,664 (15.6%)5,262 (13.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,655 (15.6%)6,569 (16.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes11,199 (20.2%)9,687 (24.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes8,304 (15.0%)7,038 (17.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes3,251 (5.9%)1,627 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes4,777 (8.6%)3,507 (8.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes641 (1.2%)653 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes744 (1.3%)486 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,542 (2.8%)1,560 (4.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,572 (2.8%)1,040 (2.6%)
90 or more Minutes786 (1.4%)592 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fayetteville

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fayetteville are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (7,831, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (5,682, 14.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fayetteville
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,837 (5.1%)1,713 (4.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3,823 (6.9%)1,223 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5,535 (10.0%)1,325 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM6,884 (12.4%)3,063 (7.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5,830 (10.5%)3,384 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7,831 (14.1%)5,682 (14.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,163 (7.5%)4,524 (11.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4,365 (7.9%)4,637 (11.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,055 (3.7%)2,260 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,966 (5.3%)2,543 (6.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM969 (1.8%)1,509 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM636 (1.1%)485 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4,123 (7.4%)4,746 (12.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3,387 (6.1%)2,385 (6.0%)
Total55,404 (100.0%)39,479 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Ownership in Fayetteville

Of the total 80,852 dwellings in Fayetteville, owner-occupied units account for 36,739 (45.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 44,113 (54.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fayetteville
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36,73945.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units44,11354.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units80,852100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Household Size in Fayetteville
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28,75535.6%
2-Person Household25,95332.1%
3-Person Household12,75015.8%
4+ Person Household13,39416.6%
Total Housing Units80,852100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fayetteville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household11,524 (40.1%)17,231 (59.9%)
2-Person Household13,157 (50.7%)12,796 (49.3%)
3-Person Household5,596 (43.9%)7,154 (56.1%)
4+ Person Household6,462 (48.2%)6,932 (51.7%)
Total Housing Units36,739 (45.4%)44,113 (54.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fayetteville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,563 (33.8%)3,063 (66.2%)
High School Diploma7,253 (40.2%)10,807 (59.8%)
College/Associate Degree14,441 (42.2%)19,810 (57.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13,482 (56.4%)10,433 (43.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fayetteville
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years26,59432.9%
35 to 44 Years13,81817.1%
45 to 54 Years10,89413.5%
55 to 64 Years12,74615.8%
65 to 74 Years9,88212.2%
75 to 84 Years4,9296.1%
85 Years and Over1,9892.5%
Total80,852100.0%

Housing Finances in Fayetteville

Median Income by Occupancy in Fayetteville

Median Income by Occupancy in Fayetteville
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied36,739 (45.4%)$74,148
Renter-Occupied44,113 (54.6%)$41,644
Average80,852 (100.0%)$53,424

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fayetteville

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fayetteville
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,113 (3.0%)2,406 (5.4%)
$5,000 to $9,999708 (1.9%)1,693 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,125 (3.1%)2,819 (6.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,179 (3.2%)2,425 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,168 (3.2%)2,490 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,693 (7.3%)6,395 (14.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,061 (11.1%)7,648 (17.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,499 (17.7%)9,119 (20.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,007 (16.4%)4,455 (10.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9996,711 (18.3%)3,265 (7.4%)
$150,000 or more5,475 (14.9%)1,398 (3.2%)
Total36,739 (100.0%)44,113 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fayetteville

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fayetteville
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,249 (3.4%)654 (1.5%)
$300 to $4994,876 (13.3%)730 (1.7%)
$500 to $7996,513 (17.7%)5,751 (13.0%)
$800 to $9993,537 (9.6%)8,391 (19.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49910,664 (29.0%)21,046 (47.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9995,613 (15.3%)4,735 (10.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,645 (7.2%)806 (1.8%)
$2,500 to $2,999832 (2.3%)144 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more810 (2.2%)22 (0.1%)
Total36,739 (100.0%)44,113 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fayetteville

Housing Structures in Fayetteville

Housing Structures in Fayetteville
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached50,44262.4%
Single Unit, Attached2,4903.1%
2 Unit Apartments2,7983.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3,3924.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7,0978.8%
10 or more Apartments12,39615.3%
Mobile Home / Other2,2372.8%
Total80,852100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fayetteville

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fayetteville
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached34,207 (67.8%)16,235 (32.2%)
Single Unit, Attached689 (27.7%)1,801 (72.3%)
2 Unit Apartments69 (2.5%)2,729 (97.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments163 (4.8%)3,229 (95.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments357 (5.0%)6,740 (95.0%)
10 or more Apartments541 (4.4%)11,855 (95.6%)
Mobile Home / Other713 (31.9%)1,524 (68.1%)
Total36,739 (45.4%)44,113 (54.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fayetteville

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fayetteville
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room99 (0.3%)1,890 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms296 (0.8%)8,714 (19.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms9,104 (24.8%)20,841 (47.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms17,993 (49.0%)10,238 (23.2%)
8 or more Rooms9,247 (25.2%)2,430 (5.5%)
Total36,739 (100.0%)44,113 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fayetteville

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fayetteville
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas12,012 (32.7%)6,368 (14.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,168 (3.2%)640 (1.5%)
Electricity22,889 (62.3%)36,427 (82.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene363 (1.0%)158 (0.4%)
Coal or Coke12 (0.0%)26 (0.1%)
All other Fuels108 (0.3%)135 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used187 (0.5%)359 (0.8%)
Total36,739 (100.0%)44,113 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fayetteville

Household Vehicle Usage in Fayetteville
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,045 (2.8%)5,355 (12.1%)
1 Vehicle10,793 (29.4%)21,896 (49.6%)
2 Vehicles14,645 (39.9%)13,577 (30.8%)
3 or more Vehicles10,256 (27.9%)3,285 (7.4%)
Total36,739 (100.0%)44,113 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fayetteville

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fayetteville

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units12,57824,161
Median Property Value$126,000$173,900
Median Household Income$57,347$3,964
Monthly Housing Costs$514$797
Real Estate Taxes$1,676$711

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000870 (6.9%)668 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9993,115 (24.8%)2,641 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9997,418 (59.0%)17,263 (71.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999890 (7.1%)2,872 (11.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999122 (1.0%)406 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99988 (0.7%)169 (0.7%)
$1,000,000 or more75 (0.6%)142 (0.6%)
Total12,578 (100.0%)24,161 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000921 (7.3%)251 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,005 (15.9%)900 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,174 (9.3%)1,467 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,514 (12.0%)1,519 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,138 (17.0%)2,547 (10.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,468 (11.7%)4,361 (18.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,847 (14.7%)4,539 (18.8%)
$150,000 or more1,511 (12.0%)4,864 (20.1%)
Total12,578 (100.0%)24,161 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fayetteville

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fayetteville
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x5,185 (41.2%)80,676 (333.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x2,194 (17.4%)10,200 (42.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,390 (11.1%)5,771 (23.9%)
4.0x or more3,468 (27.6%)3,101 (12.8%)
Total12,578 (100.0%)24,161 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fayetteville
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,342 (10.7%)168 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,4993,658 (29.1%)1,724 (7.1%)
$800 to $1,4997,031 (55.9%)5,736 (23.7%)
Total12,578 (100.0%)24,161 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fayetteville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayetteville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years18,467 (97.1%)558 (2.9%)
6 to 18 Years30,825 (95.0%)1,639 (5.1%)
19 to 25 Years14,961 (78.3%)4,135 (21.6%)
26 to 34 Years20,093 (79.5%)5,191 (20.5%)
35 to 44 Years17,159 (81.6%)3,865 (18.4%)
45 to 54 Years15,286 (85.2%)2,664 (14.8%)
55 to 64 Years18,075 (90.2%)1,971 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years15,010 (99.3%)106 (0.7%)
75 Years and older10,402 (99.6%)45 (0.4%)
Total160,278 (88.8%)20,174 (11.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fayetteville

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fayetteville
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born18,467 (97.1%)558 (2.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen30,825 (95.0%)1,639 (5.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen14,961 (78.3%)4,135 (21.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fayetteville

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fayetteville
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00026,006 (84.3%)4,862 (15.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99936,341 (87.2%)5,330 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99929,065 (86.8%)4,431 (13.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99923,292 (92.3%)1,952 (7.7%)
$100,000 and over43,944 (92.8%)3,382 (7.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayetteville

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69,189 (48.3%)10,625 (55.8%)
6 to 18 Years15,530 (47.8%)17,588 (54.2%)
19 to 25 Years3,868 (20.3%)11,801 (61.8%)
25 to 34 Years6,553 (25.9%)15,252 (60.3%)
35 to 44 Years5,397 (25.7%)13,735 (65.3%)
45 to 54 Years4,837 (27.0%)12,662 (70.5%)
55 to 64 Years6,960 (34.7%)14,518 (72.4%)
65 to 74 Years14,592 (96.5%)9,876 (65.3%)
75 Years and over10,295 (98.6%)7,294 (69.8%)
Total77,221 (42.8%)113,351 (62.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fayetteville

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fayetteville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years225 (2.9%)72 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years1,221 (7.2%)832 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years2,055 (10.2%)1,852 (7.0%)
35 to 64 Years5,668 (21.9%)6,338 (19.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,725 (40.3%)2,641 (31.6%)
75 Years and over2,052 (52.0%)3,301 (50.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fayetteville

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fayetteville: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (0.9%)22 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years80 (0.5%)82 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years389 (1.9%)188 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,815 (7.0%)928 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,181 (17.5%)526 (6.3%)
75 Years and over1,113 (28.2%)1,276 (19.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fayetteville: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years177 (2.3%)50 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years248 (1.5%)96 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years303 (1.5%)488 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years910 (3.5%)1,301 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years605 (8.9%)558 (6.7%)
75 Years and over492 (12.5%)719 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fayetteville: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,020 (6.0%)580 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,313 (6.5%)1,069 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years2,381 (9.2%)2,210 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years597 (8.8%)665 (8.0%)
75 Years and over580 (14.7%)1,064 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fayetteville: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years125 (0.7%)116 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years352 (1.8%)535 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years2,974 (11.5%)3,953 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,643 (24.3%)1,948 (23.3%)
75 Years and over1,313 (33.3%)2,182 (33.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fayetteville: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years235 (1.4%)108 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years145 (0.7%)245 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years1,071 (4.1%)1,418 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years561 (8.3%)616 (7.4%)
75 Years and over545 (13.8%)1,050 (16.1%)

Technology Access in Fayetteville

Computing Device Access in Fayetteville

Computing Device Access in Fayetteville
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop62,57777.4%
Smartphone71,57788.5%
Tablet46,75557.8%
No Computing Device5,7867.2%
Total80,852100.0%

Internet Access in Fayetteville

Internet Access in Fayetteville
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet530.1%
Broadband Home62,64177.5%
Cellular Data Only7,6899.5%
Satellite Internet3,4204.2%
No Internet9,02311.2%
Total80,852100.0%

Fayetteville Summary

Fayetteville, North Carolina is a city located in Cumberland County in the state of North Carolina. It is the county seat of Cumberland County and is the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is situated in the Sandhills region of North Carolina and is located in the southeastern part of the state, near the border with South Carolina. Fayetteville is home to Fort Bragg, a major U.S. Army installation, and Pope Air Force Base, which is adjacent to Fort Bragg.

Geography

Fayetteville is located in the Sandhills region of North Carolina, which is characterized by rolling hills and sandy soils. The city is situated in the southeastern part of the state, near the border with South Carolina. The city is located at the intersection of Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 401, and is approximately 60 miles south of Raleigh, the state capital. The city is located in the Cape Fear River basin, and is bordered by the towns of Hope Mills, Spring Lake, and Wade.
The city has a total area of approximately 75 square miles, of which 73.3 square miles is land and 1.7 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of approximately 200 feet above sea level.

Climate

Fayetteville has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is approximately 61 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of 79 degrees Fahrenheit in July and an average low of 43 degrees Fahrenheit in January. The average annual precipitation is approximately 47 inches, with an average of 4.5 inches of snowfall per year.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Fayetteville was 203,924, making it the sixth-largest city in North Carolina. The population density was 2,717 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 54.3% White, 33.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 3.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.2% of the population.
The median household income in Fayetteville was $41,845, and the median family income was $50,845. The per capita income was $21,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Economy

Fayetteville is home to a number of major employers, including Fort Bragg, Pope Air Force Base, and Fayetteville State University. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and technology companies, including Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, General Electric, and IBM.
The city's economy is also supported by a number of retail and service businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues. The city is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the Airborne and Special Operations Museum, the Fayetteville Museum of Art, and the Cape Fear Botanical Garden.

Conclusion

Fayetteville, North Carolina is a city located in Cumberland County in the state of North Carolina. It is the county seat of Cumberland County and is the sixth-largest city in the state. The city is situated in the Sandhills region of North Carolina and is located in the southeastern part of the state, near the border with South Carolina. Fayetteville is home to Fort Bragg, a major U.S. Army installation, and Pope Air Force Base, which is adjacent to Fort Bragg. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. As of the 2010 census, the population of Fayetteville was 203,924, making it the sixth-largest city in North Carolina. The city's economy is supported by a number of major employers, including Fort Bragg, Pope Air Force Base, and Fayetteville State University, as well as a number of manufacturing and technology companies, retail and service businesses, and cultural attractions.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fayetteville?
Total Population of Fayetteville is 208,697.
What is the Total Male Population of Fayetteville?
Total Male Population of Fayetteville is 106,029.
What is the Total Female Population of Fayetteville?
Total Female Population of Fayetteville is 102,668.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fayetteville?
There are 103.27 Males per 100 Females in Fayetteville.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fayetteville?
There are 96.83 Females per 100 Males in Fayetteville.
What is the Median Population Age in Fayetteville?
Median Population Age in Fayetteville is 30.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fayetteville
Average Family Size in Fayetteville is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fayetteville
Average Household Size in Fayetteville is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fayetteville?
Per Capita income in Fayetteville is $30,039.
What is the Median Family Income in Fayetteville?
Median Family Income in Fayetteville is $63,485.
What is the Median Household income in Fayetteville?
Median Household Income in Fayetteville is $53,424.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fayetteville?
Income or Wage Gap in Fayetteville is 15.3%.
Women in Fayetteville earn 84.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Fayetteville?
Family Income Deficit in Fayetteville is $10,693.
Families that are below poverty line in Fayetteville earn $10,693 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fayetteville?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fayetteville is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fayetteville?
There are 108,889 People in the Labor Forcein in Fayetteville.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fayetteville?
66.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Fayetteville.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fayetteville?
Unemployment Rate in Fayetteville is 8.4%.