Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 28,684, reflecting a -0.17% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fayette County is the 75th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 29,016 and has grown -1.14% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.9 years
Female: 40.6 years
Male: 38.5 years
There are 22,115 adults, (5,170 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 14,725 (51%)
Male: 14,151 (49%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 91.19% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,332 | 91.19% |
| Two or more races | 1,419 | 4.91% |
| Black or African American | 609 | 2.11% |
| Asian | 258 | 0.89% |
| Other race | 257 | 0.89% |
| Native American | 1 | 0% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $47,685. Household income levels show a median of $63,275. The poverty rate stands at 15.53%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,525 | - |
| Families | $83,557 | $97,328 |
| Households | $63,275 | $81,611 |
| Non Families | $32,708 | $50,423 |
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