Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 15,763, reflecting a -0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fayette County is the 53rd largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 17,232 and has grown -8.52% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.3 years
Female: 43.5 years
Male: 43.1 years
There are 12,643 adults, (3,509 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 8,163 (50.9%)
Male: 7,890 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 84.17% White, 11.07% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,512 | 84.17% |
| Black or African American | 1,777 | 11.07% |
| Two or more races | 657 | 4.09% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 40 | 0.25% |
| Other race | 37 | 0.23% |
| Native American | 22 | 0.14% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.05% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $37,894. Household income levels show a median of $49,488. The poverty rate stands at 21.81%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $83,079 | - |
| Families | $65,094 | $83,840 |
| Households | $49,488 | $72,822 |
| Non Families | $25,673 | $48,521 |
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