Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 125,561, 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 22nd largest county in Georgia. The 2010 population was 106,938 and has grown 17.41% since 2010.
Overall: 43.4 years
Female: 44.5 years
Male: 42.3 years
There are 94,744 adults, (24,467 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 62,826 (51.4%)
Male: 59,418 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 56.73% White, 25.58% Black or African American, 4.98% Asian, 4.64% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 69,352 | 56.73% |
| Black or African American | 31,267 | 25.58% |
| Two or more races | 9,538 | 7.8% |
| Asian | 6,085 | 4.98% |
| Other race | 5,667 | 4.64% |
| Native American | 235 | 0.19% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 100 | 0.08% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $65,495. Household income levels show a median of $111,978. The poverty rate stands at 5.58%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $145,320 | $185,345 |
| Families | $129,729 | $165,954 |
| Households | $111,978 | $145,593 |
| Non Families | $50,186 | $69,980 |
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