Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 37,642, reflecting a -1.26% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fayette County is the 13th largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 46,029 and has grown -18.22% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.7 years
Female: 45.5 years
Male: 43.4 years
There are 31,344 adults, (8,871 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 19,724 (49.9%)
Male: 19,795 (50.1%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 91.78% White, 4.15% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 36,269 | 91.78% |
| Black or African American | 1,641 | 4.15% |
| Two or more races | 1,291 | 3.27% |
| Other race | 287 | 0.73% |
| Asian | 21 | 0.05% |
| Native American | 10 | 0.03% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $41,607. Household income levels show a median of $53,194. The poverty rate stands at 19.24%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $77,472 | - |
| Families | $68,726 | $82,157 |
| Households | $53,194 | $68,298 |
| Non Families | $30,621 | $40,365 |
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