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Fayette, AL
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Fayette, AL
At a Glance
How Fayette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fayette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fayette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fayette residents earn a median household income of $38,009 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,220. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 370 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fayette is $122,100 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,302. Median rent is $589/month, with 30.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Fayette reports 331 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,745/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in Fayette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fayette has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.