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Fayetteville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Fayetteville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 381. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
381 Population 1,270/sq mi density
$56,458 Median Income $26,292 per capita
$85,300 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
289 Violent Crime/100K 2,312 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,458 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
289 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,458
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 289/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population381
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density1,270/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,458
Per Capita$26,292
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units181
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

F
Violent289/100K
Property2,312/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary578/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.5%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation412 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries16

Is Fayetteville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fayetteville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fayetteville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fayetteville is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fayetteville is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fayetteville is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,312 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fayetteville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fayetteville has a population of 381 with a density of 1,270 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

381
Total Population
1,270
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fayetteville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fayetteville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fayetteville is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Fayetteville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,458
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,292
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fayetteville is $85,300, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate7.34%
In Fayetteville, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
Fayetteville has a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,312 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent289.0/100K
24% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape289.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,312.1/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary578.0/100K
Theft1,734.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fayetteville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation412 ft (126 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Coordinates38.3778°N, 89.7971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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