Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 25,494, reflecting a 0.01% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fayette County is the 102nd largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 24,545 and has grown 3.87% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.2 years
Female: 49.2 years
Male: 46.5 years
There are 19,990 adults, (6,734 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 12,605 (50.3%)
Male: 12,437 (49.7%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 75.96% White, 5.82% Black or African American, 4.52% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,022 | 75.96% |
| Two or more races | 3,255 | 13% |
| Black or African American | 1,458 | 5.82% |
| Other race | 1,132 | 4.52% |
| Native American | 90 | 0.36% |
| Asian | 69 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 16 | 0.06% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $48,400. Household income levels show a median of $75,854. The poverty rate stands at 8.63%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,961 | - |
| Families | $93,155 | $123,977 |
| Households | $75,854 | $102,695 |
| Non Families | $35,309 | $55,306 |
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