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Fayette County Overview

$37,849
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,876
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,881
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
24,564
TOTAL POPULATION
12,244
MALE POPULATION
12,320
FEMALE POPULATION
99.38
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
11,243
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fayette County Area Codes

Income in Fayette County

Income Overview in Fayette County

Per Capita Income in Fayette County is $37,849, while median incomes of families and households are $88,876 and $72,881 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income24,564$37,849
Median Family Income6,305$88,876
Mean Family Income6,305$115,660
Median Household Income9,310$72,881
Mean Household Income9,310$95,174
Income Deficit6,305$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)24,56425.19%
Wage / Income Gap ($)24,56474.81¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index24,5640.48

Earnings by Sex in Fayette County

Average Earnings in Fayette County are $38,096, $43,862 for men and $32,814 for women, a difference of 25.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Fayette County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6,050 (50.9%)$43,862
Female5,824 (49.0%)$32,814
Total11,874 (100.0%)$38,096

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fayette County

The most common earnings brackets in Fayette County are $100,000+ for men (808 | 13.4%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (541 | 9.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fayette County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less213 (3.5%)432 (7.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999189 (3.1%)252 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499130 (2.1%)80 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99981 (1.3%)214 (3.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49963 (1.0%)238 (4.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99984 (1.4%)205 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499137 (2.3%)86 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99980 (1.3%)397 (6.8%)
$20,000 to $22,499151 (2.5%)170 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999297 (4.9%)282 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999352 (5.8%)390 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999379 (6.3%)410 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999496 (8.2%)436 (7.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999439 (7.3%)245 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999436 (7.2%)290 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999189 (3.1%)307 (5.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999542 (9.0%)541 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999362 (6.0%)266 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999622 (10.3%)288 (5.0%)
$100,000+808 (13.4%)295 (5.1%)
Total6,050 (100.0%)5,824 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fayette County

Average earnings in Fayette County are $46,302 for men and $35,878 for women, a difference of 22.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,080, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,294, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$41,011$23,750
High School Diploma$41,000$32,557
College or Associate's Degree$53,036$40,513
Bachelor's Degree$73,125$48,239
Graduate Degree$81,080$57,294
Total$46,302$35,878

Family Income in Fayette County

Family Income Brackets in Fayette County

According to the Fayette County family income data, there are 1,419 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 44 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fayette County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001832.9%
$10,000 to $14,999440.7%
$15,000 to $24,9993285.2%
$25,000 to $34,9993094.9%
$35,000 to $49,9996249.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,04716.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991,17318.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,41922.5%
$150,000 to $199,9995809.2%
$200,000+5999.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fayette County

6-person families (222 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Fayette County with $111,250 per family, while 2-person families (3,607 | 57.2%) have the highest median income of $38,081 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fayette County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,607 (57.2%)$76,162
3-Person Families1,092 (17.3%)$101,136
4-Person Families957 (15.2%)$81,422
5-Person Families354 (5.6%)$104,083
6-Person Families222 (3.5%)$111,250
7+ Person Families73 (1.2%)$98,512
Total6,305 (100.0%)$88,876

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fayette County

The median family income in Fayette County is $88,876, with families comprising 3+ earners (742) having the highest median family income of $111,786, while families with no earners (1,624) have the lowest median family income of $57,361, accounting for 11.8% and 25.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fayette County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,624 (25.8%)$57,361
1 Earner1,479 (23.5%)$67,610
2 Earners2,460 (39.0%)$104,067
3+ Earners742 (11.8%)$111,786
Total6,305 (100.0%)$88,876

Household Income in Fayette County

Household Income Brackets in Fayette County

With 1,620 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Fayette County, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 298 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fayette County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006807.3%
$10,000 to $14,9992983.2%
$15,000 to $24,9997738.3%
$25,000 to $34,9995966.4%
$35,000 to $49,9991,04311.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,40615.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,56416.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,62017.4%
$150,000 to $199,9996707.2%
$200,000+6707.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fayette County

The median household income in Fayette County is $72,881, with the highest median household income of $90,605 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 221 households (2.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $52,561, with 3,739 households (40.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fayette County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years221 (2.4%)$90,605
25 to 44 Years1,978 (21.2%)$81,776
45 to 64 Years3,372 (36.2%)$86,333
65+ Years3,739 (40.2%)$52,561
Total9,310 (100.0%)$72,881

Poverty in Fayette County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 11.1% for females among the residents of Fayette County, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 205 males (22.3%) and 124 females (14.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years74 (10.1%)29 (6.6%)
5 Years9 (8.0%)18 (12.6%)
6 to 11 Years205 (22.3%)124 (14.7%)
12 to 14 Years28 (6.1%)49 (12.6%)
15 Years10 (5.6%)6 (9.2%)
16 and 17 Years39 (13.9%)26 (7.9%)
18 to 24 Years9 (1.2%)70 (8.1%)
25 to 34 Years114 (9.5%)129 (10.9%)
35 to 44 Years115 (9.1%)186 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years44 (3.1%)108 (8.2%)
55 to 64 Years209 (11.1%)236 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years146 (8.4%)151 (8.3%)
75 Years and over113 (9.9%)204 (14.5%)
Total1,115 (9.2%)1,336 (11.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County

According to the poverty statistics in Fayette County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.8% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fayette County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years659 (89.9%)414 (93.4%)
5 Years103 (92.0%)125 (87.4%)
6 to 11 Years713 (77.7%)718 (85.3%)
12 to 14 Years430 (93.9%)340 (87.4%)
15 Years168 (94.4%)59 (90.8%)
16 and 17 Years242 (86.1%)305 (92.1%)
18 to 24 Years761 (98.8%)791 (91.9%)
25 to 34 Years1,081 (90.5%)1,056 (89.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,153 (90.9%)1,111 (85.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,388 (96.9%)1,209 (91.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,669 (88.9%)1,699 (87.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,588 (91.6%)1,660 (91.7%)
75 Years and over1,024 (90.1%)1,206 (85.5%)
Total10,979 (90.8%)10,693 (88.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fayette County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fayette County show that 4.9% or 256 of the total 5,181 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.0%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fayette County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,408 (95.4%)164 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children1,183 (94.9%)64 (5.1%)
3 or 4 Children324 (92.0%)28 (8.0%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,925 (95.1%)256 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fayette County

According to the poverty data in Fayette County, 5.5% or 24 single-father households and 23.1% or 159 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (11.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 households (71.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fayette County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children6 (2.3%)13 (4.7%)
1 or 2 Children18 (11.4%)84 (25.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)62 (71.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (5.5%)159 (23.1%)

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

The poverty data for Fayette County shows that 256 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 183 of the single-parent households (16.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (8.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 household (62.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fayette County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children164 (4.6%)19 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children64 (5.1%)102 (21.1%)
3 or 4 Children28 (8.0%)62 (62.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total256 (4.9%)183 (16.3%)

Race in Fayette County

The most populous races in Fayette County are White / Caucasian (20,364 | 82.9%), Hispanic or Latino (5,414 | 22.0%), and Two or more Races (1,489 | 6.1%).
Race in Fayette County
Race# Population% Population
Asian900.4%
Black / African American1,4676.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific50.0%
Hispanic or Latino5,41422.0%
Native / Alaskan800.3%
White / Caucasian20,36482.9%
Two or more Races1,4896.1%
Some other Race1,0694.3%
Total24,564100.0%

Ancestry in Fayette County

The most populous ancestries reported in Fayette County are German (7,137 | 29.0%), Mexican (5,270 | 21.4%), Czech (3,280 | 13.4%), English (1,985 | 8.1%), and Irish (1,539 | 6.3%), together accounting for 78.2% of all Fayette County residents.
Ancestry in Fayette County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1600.6%
American8473.5%
Arab310.1%
Austrian120.1%
Bhutanese290.1%
Brazilian90.0%
British850.4%
Burmese40.0%
Cajun80.0%
Canadian110.0%
Central American60.0%
Cherokee140.1%
Chickasaw110.0%
Choctaw170.1%
Colombian60.0%
Croatian110.0%
Czech3,28013.4%
Czechoslovakian450.2%
Danish810.3%
Dutch1400.6%
Eastern European20.0%
English1,9858.1%
European4972.0%
French2851.2%
French American Indian100.0%
French Canadian460.2%
German7,13729.0%
Greek10.0%
Hungarian150.1%
Indian (Asian)350.1%
Irish1,5396.3%
Italian4591.9%
Japanese210.1%
Korean450.2%
Lebanese310.1%
Lithuanian280.1%
Mexican5,27021.4%
Mexican American Indian630.3%
Norwegian2471.0%
Osage190.1%
Pakistani10.0%
Polish1720.7%
Puerto Rican70.0%
Russian270.1%
Salvadoran60.0%
Scandinavian390.2%
Scotch-Irish1230.5%
Scottish4451.8%
Slovene410.2%
South American120.1%
Spaniard290.1%
Spanish820.3%
Sri Lankan20.0%
Subsaharan African1600.6%
Swedish730.3%
Swiss70.0%
Thai40.0%
Venezuelan60.0%
Welsh530.2%
Yaqui160.1%
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Immigrants in Fayette County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fayette County came from Latin America (1,741 | 7.1%), Central America (1,671 | 6.8%), Mexico (1,574 | 6.4%), Europe (128 | 0.5%), and Northern Europe (83 | 0.3%), together accounting for 21.2% of all Fayette County residents.
Immigrants in Fayette County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa10.0%
Asia810.3%
Australia110.0%
Austria40.0%
Brazil90.0%
Cambodia210.1%
Canada250.1%
Caribbean350.1%
Central America1,6716.8%
Colombia60.0%
Eastern Asia120.1%
Eastern Europe130.1%
El Salvador510.2%
England290.1%
Europe1280.5%
France110.0%
Germany130.1%
Honduras460.2%
India40.0%
Italy10.0%
Jamaica170.1%
Japan120.1%
Kazakhstan100.0%
Latin America1,7417.1%
Lebanon210.1%
Mexico1,5746.4%
Netherlands30.0%
Northern Europe830.3%
Oceania110.0%
Pakistan30.0%
Philippines100.0%
Romania40.0%
Russia90.0%
South Africa10.0%
South America350.1%
South Central Asia170.1%
South Eastern Asia310.1%
Southern Europe10.0%
Trinidad and Tobago180.1%
Western Asia210.1%
Western Europe310.1%
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Sex and Age in Fayette County

Sex and Age in Fayette County

The most populous age groups in Fayette County are 65 to 69 Years (1,084 | 8.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,113 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fayette County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years733 (6.0%)450 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years721 (5.9%)770 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years781 (6.4%)604 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years711 (5.8%)661 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years529 (4.3%)599 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years609 (5.0%)540 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years596 (4.9%)645 (5.2%)
35 to 39 Years653 (5.3%)461 (3.7%)
40 to 44 Years621 (5.1%)836 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years682 (5.6%)660 (5.4%)
50 to 54 Years760 (6.2%)668 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years856 (7.0%)866 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,040 (8.5%)1,113 (9.0%)
65 to 69 Years1,084 (8.8%)1,089 (8.8%)
70 to 74 Years659 (5.4%)733 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years509 (4.2%)622 (5.1%)
80 to 84 Years285 (2.3%)552 (4.5%)
85 Years and over415 (3.4%)451 (3.7%)
Total12,244 (100.0%)12,320 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fayette County

Median Family Size in Fayette County

The median family size in Fayette County is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (688 | 10.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.14 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,181 | 82.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.09 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fayette County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple5,181 (82.2%)3.09
Single Male/Father436 (6.9%)3.33
Single Female/Mother688 (10.9%)4.14
Total Families6,305 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Fayette County

The median household size in Fayette County is 2.59 persons per household, with single female/mother households (688 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.26 persons per household. non-family households (3,005 | 32.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fayette County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple5,181 (55.6%)3.11
Single Male/Father436 (4.7%)3.61
Single Female/Mother688 (7.4%)4.26
Non-family3,005 (32.3%)1.16
Total Households9,310 (100.0%)2.59

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fayette County

Out of a total of 9,310 households in Fayette County, 6,305 (67.7%) are family households, while 3,005 (32.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,560, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,620.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fayette County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,620 (28.1%)
2-Person Households3,560 (38.2%)379 (4.1%)
3-Person Households1,048 (11.3%)6 (0.1%)
4-Person Households908 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households494 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households212 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households83 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,305 (67.7%)3,005 (32.3%)

Female Fertility in Fayette County

Fertility by Age in Fayette County

Average fertility rate in Fayette County is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 126.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fayette County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years224 (66.7%)126.0
35 to 50 years112 (33.3%)54.0
Total336 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fayette County

71.4% of women with births (336) in Fayette County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 33.0% 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 19.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fayette County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years150 (67.0%)74 (33.0%)
35 to 50 years90 (80.4%)22 (19.6%)
Total240 (71.4%)96 (28.6%)

Fertility by Education in Fayette County

Average fertility rate in Fayette County is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 211.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 46.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fayette County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School84 (25.0%)90.0
High School Diploma35 (10.4%)33.0
College or Associate's Degree156 (46.4%)95.0
Bachelor's Degree16 (4.8%)23.0
Graduate Degree45 (13.4%)211.0
Total336 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fayette County

28.6% of women with births in Fayette County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 66.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fayette County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School28 (33.3%)56 (66.7%)
High School Diploma23 (65.7%)12 (34.3%)
College or Associate's Degree128 (82.1%)28 (17.9%)
Bachelor's Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (71.4%)96 (28.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Fayette County

Employment by Class of Employer in Fayette County

Among the 10,737 employed individuals in Fayette County, private company employees (7,111 | 66.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (1,157 | 10.8%), and local government employees (855 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fayette County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7,11166.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4494.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,15710.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations6636.2%
Local Government Employees8558.0%
State Government Employees3353.1%
Federal Government Employees1561.5%
Unpaid Family Workers110.1%
Total10,737100.0%

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 (20,258), 55.5% or 11,243 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 394 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.9% or 1,010 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.1% or 71 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fayette County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years542 (48.2%)71 (13.1%)
20 to 24 Years817 (72.4%)26 (3.2%)
25 to 29 Years1,010 (87.9%)60 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years1,005 (81.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,129 (82.8%)62 (2.9%)
45 to 54 Years2,307 (83.3%)106 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years1,216 (70.6%)15 (1.2%)
60 to 64 Years1,104 (51.3%)34 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years980 (27.5%)10 (1.0%)
75 Years and over139 (4.9%)6 (4.3%)
Total11,243 (55.5%)394 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fayette County

According to labor force statistics for Fayette County, 75.6% of individuals (8,774) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,606) are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 272 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 81.6% or 2,568 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.3% or 183 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School885 (70.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma3,453 (72.2%)253 (5.3%)
College / Associate Degree2,568 (81.6%)47 (1.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,865 (77.2%)72 (3.0%)
Total8,774 (75.6%)360 (3.1%)

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 Management (1,056 | 9.7%), Community & Social Service (895 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (434 | 4.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (394 | 3.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (358 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fayette County

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 (98.8%), Computers & Mathematics (76.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (91.9%), Health Technologists (90.8%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (90.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management640 (60.6%)416 (39.4%)
Business & Financial109 (38.9%)171 (61.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science242 (67.6%)116 (32.4%)
Computers & Mathematics156 (76.8%)47 (23.2%)
Architecture & Engineering79 (98.8%)1 (1.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (9.3%)68 (90.7%)
Community & Social Service 232 (25.9%)663 (74.1%)
Education, Arts & Media52 (33.1%)105 (66.9%)
Legal Services & Support44 (37.9%)72 (62.1%)
Education Instruction & Library35 (8.1%)399 (91.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment101 (53.7%)87 (46.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating43 (10.9%)351 (89.1%)
Health Technologists25 (9.2%)247 (90.8%)
Total (Category)1,266 (42.4%)1,717 (57.6%)
Total (Overall)5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fayette County are Food Preparation & Serving (581 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (450 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (448 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (267 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (69 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Fayette County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fayette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (77.5%), Security & Protection (71.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (55.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (98.7%), Personal Care & Service (71.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support6 (1.3%)444 (98.7%)
Security & Protection49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Law Enforcement38 (77.5%)11 (22.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving208 (35.8%)373 (64.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance206 (46.0%)242 (54.0%)
Personal Care & Service76 (28.5%)191 (71.5%)
Total (Category)545 (30.0%)1,270 (70.0%)
Total (Overall)5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fayette County are Office & Administration (1,243 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (1,009 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fayette County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related477 (47.3%)532 (52.7%)
Office & Administration323 (26.0%)920 (74.0%)
Total (Category)800 (35.5%)1,452 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fayette County are Construction & Extraction (797 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (521 | 4.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (251 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fayette County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry120 (47.8%)131 (52.2%)
Construction & Extraction775 (97.2%)22 (2.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair518 (99.4%)3 (0.6%)
Total (Category)1,413 (90.1%)156 (9.9%)
Total (Overall)5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fayette County are Production (1,273 | 11.7%), Material Moving (522 | 4.8%), and Transportation (448 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fayette County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fayette County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production791 (62.1%)482 (37.9%)
Transportation411 (91.7%)37 (8.3%)
Material Moving276 (52.9%)246 (47.1%)
Total (Category)1,478 (65.9%)765 (34.1%)
Total (Overall)5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fayette County

Employment Industries in Fayette County

The major employment industries in Fayette County include Manufacturing (1,712 | 15.8%), Retail Trade (1,507 | 13.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,123 | 10.3%), Construction (952 | 8.8%), and Educational Services (709 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Fayette County

Employment Industries by Sex in Fayette County

The Fayette County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Construction (91.5%), and Wholesale Trade (86.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (91.3%), Educational Services (85.2%), and Finance & Insurance (72.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fayette County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting230 (74.0%)81 (26.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction116 (75.8%)37 (24.2%)
Construction871 (91.5%)81 (8.5%)
Manufacturing925 (54.0%)787 (46.0%)
Wholesale Trade411 (86.3%)65 (13.7%)
Retail Trade840 (55.7%)667 (44.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing236 (71.1%)96 (28.9%)
Utilities324 (84.8%)58 (15.2%)
Information58 (51.8%)54 (48.2%)
Finance & Insurance108 (27.2%)289 (72.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing64 (58.7%)45 (41.3%)
Professional & Scientific184 (45.2%)223 (54.8%)
Enterprise Management1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support84 (43.8%)108 (56.2%)
Educational Services105 (14.8%)604 (85.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance98 (8.7%)1,025 (91.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation96 (59.6%)65 (40.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services236 (36.6%)409 (63.4%)
Public Administration253 (58.8%)177 (41.2%)
Total5,502 (50.6%)5,360 (49.3%)

Education in Fayette County

School Enrollment in Fayette County

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,542 students in Fayette County are high school (1,323 | 29.1%), elementary school (1,229 | 27.1%), and middle school (1,013 | 22.3%).
School Enrollment in Fayette County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2776.1%
Kindergarten2305.1%
Elementary School1,22927.1%
Middle School1,01322.3%
High School1,32329.1%
College / Undergraduate3918.6%
Graduate / Professional791.7%
Total4,542100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fayette County

Out of a total of 4,542 students who are enrolled in schools in Fayette County, 609 (13.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,933 (86.6%) 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 91 (52.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 216 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fayette County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds84 (48.0%)91 (52.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,229 (85.1%)215 (14.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,181 (87.7%)165 (12.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds832 (97.1%)25 (2.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds278 (95.9%)12 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds216 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds61 (57.0%)46 (43.0%)
35 Years and over53 (49.5%)54 (50.5%)
Total3,933 (86.6%)609 (13.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fayette County

Education (1,103 | 23.4%), business (854 | 18.1%), arts & humanities (427 | 9.0%), engineering (405 | 8.6%), and science & technology (344 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 4,723 individuals in Fayette County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fayette County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1312.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2896.1%
Physical & Health Sciences1032.2%
Psychology1453.1%
Social Sciences2785.9%
Engineering4058.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies761.6%
Science & Technology3447.3%
Business85418.1%
Education1,10323.4%
Literature & Languages1312.8%
Liberal Arts & History1593.4%
Visual & Performing Arts992.1%
Communications1793.8%
Arts & Humanities4279.0%
Total4,723100.0%

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 (2,192, accounting for 40.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,971, making up 41.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fayette County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle71 (1.3%)64 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle359 (6.6%)694 (13.1%)
2 Vehicles2,192 (40.2%)1,971 (37.3%)
3 Vehicles1,446 (26.5%)1,482 (28.0%)
4 Vehicles893 (16.4%)746 (14.1%)
5 or more Vehicles488 (9.0%)331 (6.3%)
Total5,449 (100.0%)5,288 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fayette County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fayette County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,267 commuters, 22.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,256 commuters, 22.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,440 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Fayette County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5345.3%
5 to 9 Minutes2,26722.5%
10 to 14 Minutes2,25622.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1,10911.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1,44014.3%
25 to 29 Minutes4204.2%
30 to 34 Minutes6436.4%
35 to 39 Minutes450.4%
40 to 44 Minutes1561.5%
45 to 59 Minutes3483.5%
60 to 89 Minutes4194.2%
90 or more Minutes4564.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Fayette County

The most common commute times in Fayette County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,098 commuters, 21.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,169 commuters, 23.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fayette County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes162 (3.1%)372 (7.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,098 (21.1%)1,169 (23.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,087 (20.9%)1,169 (23.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes570 (11.0%)539 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes848 (16.3%)592 (12.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes214 (4.1%)206 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes343 (6.6%)300 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes22 (0.4%)23 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes42 (0.8%)114 (2.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes225 (4.3%)123 (2.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes328 (6.3%)91 (1.9%)
90 or more Minutes259 (5.0%)197 (4.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fayette County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fayette County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (934, 18.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,343, 27.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fayette County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM300 (5.8%)109 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM305 (5.9%)181 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM587 (11.3%)159 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM695 (13.4%)308 (6.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM619 (11.9%)330 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM934 (18.0%)793 (16.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM601 (11.6%)1,343 (27.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM494 (9.5%)624 (12.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM164 (3.2%)189 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM130 (2.5%)189 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM26 (0.5%)168 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2 (0.0%)26 (0.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM60 (1.1%)40 (0.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM281 (5.4%)436 (8.9%)
Total5,198 (100.0%)4,895 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fayette County

Occupancy by Ownership in Fayette County

Of the total 9,310 dwellings in Fayette County, owner-occupied units account for 7,570 (81.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,740 (18.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fayette County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,57081.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,74018.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,310100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fayette County

Occupancy by Household Size in Fayette County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,62028.1%
2-Person Household3,93942.3%
3-Person Household1,05411.3%
4+ Person Household1,69718.2%
Total Housing Units9,310100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fayette County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fayette County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,832 (69.9%)788 (30.1%)
2-Person Household3,429 (87.1%)510 (13.0%)
3-Person Household901 (85.5%)153 (14.5%)
4+ Person Household1,408 (83.0%)289 (17.0%)
Total Housing Units7,570 (81.3%)1,740 (18.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fayette County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fayette County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School602 (79.3%)157 (20.7%)
High School Diploma2,470 (72.5%)939 (27.5%)
College/Associate Degree2,304 (86.8%)350 (13.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,194 (88.2%)294 (11.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fayette County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fayette County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,05711.4%
35 to 44 Years1,14212.3%
45 to 54 Years1,24113.3%
55 to 64 Years2,13122.9%
65 to 74 Years2,14523.0%
75 to 84 Years1,10611.9%
85 Years and Over4885.2%
Total9,310100.0%

Housing Finances in Fayette County

Median Income by Occupancy in Fayette County

Median Income by Occupancy in Fayette County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,570 (81.3%)$80,623
Renter-Occupied1,740 (18.7%)$37,559
Average9,310 (100.0%)$72,881

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fayette County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fayette County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000279 (3.7%)168 (9.7%)
$5,000 to $9,999149 (2.0%)86 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $14,999158 (2.1%)142 (8.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999205 (2.7%)147 (8.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999302 (4.0%)118 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999438 (5.8%)154 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999755 (10.0%)289 (16.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,170 (15.5%)234 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,353 (17.9%)207 (11.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,493 (19.7%)123 (7.1%)
$150,000 or more1,268 (16.8%)72 (4.1%)
Total7,570 (100.0%)1,740 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fayette County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fayette County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300504 (6.7%)85 (4.9%)
$300 to $4991,602 (21.2%)92 (5.3%)
$500 to $7992,081 (27.5%)411 (23.6%)
$800 to $999678 (9.0%)328 (18.9%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,305 (17.2%)457 (26.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999708 (9.3%)58 (3.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499316 (4.2%)20 (1.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999186 (2.5%)7 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more190 (2.5%)39 (2.2%)
Total7,570 (100.0%)1,740 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fayette County

Housing Structures in Fayette County

Housing Structures in Fayette County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,07876.0%
Single Unit, Attached510.5%
2 Unit Apartments1401.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1391.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20.0%
10 or more Apartments3914.2%
Mobile Home / Other1,50916.2%
Total9,310100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fayette County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fayette County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,179 (87.3%)899 (12.7%)
Single Unit, Attached32 (62.7%)19 (37.2%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)139 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments11 (2.8%)380 (97.2%)
Mobile Home / Other1,348 (89.3%)161 (10.7%)
Total7,570 (81.3%)1,740 (18.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fayette County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fayette County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room37 (0.5%)147 (8.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms306 (4.0%)249 (14.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,281 (30.1%)807 (46.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,207 (42.4%)400 (23.0%)
8 or more Rooms1,739 (23.0%)137 (7.9%)
Total7,570 (100.0%)1,740 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fayette County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fayette County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas935 (12.3%)403 (23.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,549 (20.5%)145 (8.3%)
Electricity4,932 (65.1%)1,173 (67.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels134 (1.8%)19 (1.1%)
No Fuel Used20 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,570 (100.0%)1,740 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fayette County

Household Vehicle Usage in Fayette County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle198 (2.6%)247 (14.2%)
1 Vehicle1,448 (19.1%)777 (44.7%)
2 Vehicles3,406 (45.0%)570 (32.8%)
3 or more Vehicles2,518 (33.3%)146 (8.4%)
Total7,570 (100.0%)1,740 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fayette County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fayette County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5,0422,528
Median Property Value$242,600$274,300
Median Household Income$71,310$522
Monthly Housing Costs$567$190
Real Estate Taxes$2,443$81

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fayette County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000355 (7.0%)49 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999596 (11.8%)169 (6.7%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,187 (43.4%)1,200 (47.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,046 (20.7%)718 (28.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999269 (5.3%)198 (7.8%)
$750,000 to $999,999235 (4.7%)90 (3.6%)
$1,000,000 or more354 (7.0%)104 (4.1%)
Total5,042 (100.0%)2,528 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fayette County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000394 (7.8%)9 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999511 (10.1%)34 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999361 (7.2%)154 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999653 (13.0%)77 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999727 (14.4%)102 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999817 (16.2%)443 (17.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999833 (16.5%)536 (21.2%)
$150,000 or more746 (14.8%)660 (26.1%)
Total5,042 (100.0%)2,528 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fayette County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fayette County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,465 (29.1%)97,697 (3,864.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x679 (13.5%)844 (33.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x621 (12.3%)479 (19.0%)
4.0x or more2,156 (42.8%)419 (16.6%)
Total5,042 (100.0%)2,528 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fayette County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fayette County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800954 (18.9%)3 (0.1%)
$800 to $1,499634 (12.6%)84 (3.3%)
$800 to $1,4993,177 (63.0%)314 (12.4%)
Total5,042 (100.0%)2,528 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fayette County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,168 (81.2%)270 (18.8%)
6 to 18 Years3,345 (87.0%)501 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years1,116 (81.3%)257 (18.7%)
26 to 34 Years2,022 (89.3%)242 (10.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,133 (83.2%)432 (16.8%)
45 to 54 Years2,282 (83.0%)467 (17.0%)
55 to 64 Years3,328 (87.3%)485 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years3,533 (99.7%)12 (0.3%)
75 Years and older2,547 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21,474 (89.0%)2,666 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fayette County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fayette County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,168 (81.2%)270 (18.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,345 (87.0%)501 (13.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,116 (81.3%)257 (18.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fayette County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fayette County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,655 (88.8%)335 (11.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,707 (89.5%)318 (10.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,097 (84.5%)568 (15.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,191 (89.6%)487 (10.4%)
$100,000 and over8,757 (90.1%)958 (9.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fayette County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6333 (23.2%)874 (60.8%)
6 to 18 Years880 (22.9%)2,534 (65.9%)
19 to 25 Years288 (21.0%)883 (64.3%)
25 to 34 Years152 (6.7%)1,889 (83.4%)
35 to 44 Years267 (10.4%)1,951 (76.1%)
45 to 54 Years197 (7.2%)2,121 (77.2%)
55 to 64 Years453 (11.9%)3,025 (79.3%)
65 to 74 Years3,432 (96.8%)1,925 (54.3%)
75 Years and over2,507 (98.4%)1,702 (66.8%)
Total8,509 (35.2%)16,904 (70.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fayette County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fayette County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years121 (6.2%)116 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years223 (11.4%)298 (14.6%)
35 to 64 Years702 (15.3%)515 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years349 (20.1%)343 (18.9%)
75 Years and over536 (47.1%)568 (40.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fayette County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fayette County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years40 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years121 (2.6%)113 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years226 (13.0%)63 (3.5%)
75 Years and over287 (25.2%)132 (9.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fayette County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years21 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)186 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years77 (1.7%)78 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years89 (5.1%)49 (2.7%)
75 Years and over97 (8.5%)58 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fayette County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years96 (4.9%)116 (6.6%)
18 to 34 Years216 (11.0%)102 (5.0%)
35 to 64 Years231 (5.1%)183 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years95 (5.5%)145 (8.0%)
75 Years and over178 (15.7%)117 (8.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fayette County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (0.3%)32 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years326 (7.1%)242 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years186 (10.7%)197 (10.9%)
75 Years and over299 (26.3%)391 (27.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fayette County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years69 (3.5%)24 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years62 (1.3%)123 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years78 (4.5%)10 (0.5%)
75 Years and over78 (6.9%)134 (9.5%)

Technology Access in Fayette County

Computing Device Access in Fayette County

Computing Device Access in Fayette County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6,73572.3%
Smartphone7,39679.4%
Tablet4,24145.6%
No Computing Device1,32114.2%
Total9,310100.0%

Internet Access in Fayette County

Internet Access in Fayette County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet760.8%
Broadband Home4,16044.7%
Cellular Data Only1,81419.5%
Satellite Internet8859.5%
No Internet2,50826.9%
Total9,310100.0%

Fayette County Summary

Fayette County is located in the central part of Texas, and is part of the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Bastrop, Lee, Colorado, Lavaca, and Washington counties. The county seat is La Grange, and the largest city is Flatonia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 24,554.

Geography

Fayette County covers an area of 1,003 square miles, making it the second-largest county in Texas. It is mostly rural, with rolling hills and wooded areas. The Colorado River forms the eastern border of the county, and the San Marcos River forms the western border. The county is home to several state parks, including Bastrop State Park, Colorado Bend State Park, and Palmetto State Park.
The climate of Fayette County is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 33 inches.

History

Fayette County was established in 1837, and was named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French military leader who fought in the American Revolutionary War. The county was originally part of Bastrop County, but was later divided into its own county.
The first settlers in the area were German immigrants, who began arriving in the 1830s. The county was largely agricultural, with cotton, corn, and livestock being the main crops. The county also had several sawmills and gristmills.
In the late 19th century, the county began to develop more industry, with the establishment of several brickyards, a cotton gin, and a lumber mill. The county also had several railroads, which helped to spur economic growth.

Economy

The economy of Fayette County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, which produce cotton, corn, hay, and livestock. The county also has several manufacturing plants, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and food products.
The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several state parks and historic sites. The county is also home to several wineries, which attract visitors from all over the state.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Fayette County was 24,554. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 14.2% Hispanic or Latino, 4.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 1.3% from other races.
The median household income in the county was $45,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $22,945. About 14.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Fayette County is a rural county located in the central part of Texas. It is home to several state parks and historic sites, and has a largely agricultural economy. The population of the county is mostly White, with a significant Hispanic or Latino population. The median household income is slightly above the state average, and the poverty rate is slightly below the state average.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Fayette County?
Per Capita income in Fayette County is $37,849.
What is the Median Family Income in Fayette County?
Median Family Income in Fayette County is $88,876.
What is the Median Household income in Fayette County?
Median Household Income in Fayette County is $72,881.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fayette County?
Income or Wage Gap in Fayette County is 25.2%.
Women in Fayette County earn 74.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fayette County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fayette County is 0.48.
What is the Total Population of Fayette County?
Total Population of Fayette County is 24,564.
What is the Total Male Population of Fayette County?
Total Male Population of Fayette County is 12,244.
What is the Total Female Population of Fayette County?
Total Female Population of Fayette County is 12,320.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fayette County?
There are 99.38 Males per 100 Females in Fayette County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fayette County?
There are 100.62 Females per 100 Males in Fayette County.
What is the Median Population Age in Fayette County?
Median Population Age in Fayette County is 48.0 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.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fayette County?
There are 11,243 People in the Labor Forcein in Fayette County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fayette County?
55.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Fayette County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fayette County?
Unemployment Rate in Fayette County is 3.5%.