Fayette, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Fayette is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,074. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,074 Population 1,107/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $25,299 per capita
$92,300 Home Value $153,085 Zillow
$750 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.3%
136% higher than US avg

How Fayette Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,074
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,107/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$25,299
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty29.3%
County GDP$2,612M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,085

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation794 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.83

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Fayette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fayette receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fayette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fayette is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fayette is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fayette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 32.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fayette has a population of 1,074 with a density of 1,107 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

1,074
Total Population
1,107
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fayette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fayette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fayette is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fayette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,299
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$67,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.3%
136% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,138
County GDP$2,612M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare91
Retail142
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fayette is $92,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,085.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,085
Median List Price$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,900
$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$750
1 Bedroom$836
2 Bedrooms$992
3 Bedrooms$1,273
4 Bedrooms$1,415

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,385
25% above US avg
Effective Rate4.75%
In Fayette, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fayette vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,021/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities91

Crime Rates: Fayette vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Fayette has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,107/sq mi
Coordinates41.6728°N, 84.3284°W
County FIPS39051
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.83
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,107/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants79
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

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