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Fayetteville, OH

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Fayetteville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 281. Residents earn $90,250 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
281 Population 598/sq mi density
$90,250 Median Income $38,447 per capita
$148,900 Home Value $294,903 Zillow
$880 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,900 home value, $880/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,250
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,900
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population281
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,250
Per Capita$38,447
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$3,130M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,900
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,903
Housing Units126
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.4%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries5

Is Fayetteville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fayetteville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fayetteville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fayetteville is $90,250, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fayetteville is $148,900, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fayetteville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fayetteville has a population of 281 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

281
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fayetteville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fayetteville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fayetteville is $90,250, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Fayetteville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,250
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,447
Avg Weekly Wage$1,211
IRS Avg AGI$68,873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$3,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare74
Retail127
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fayetteville is $148,900, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,903.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,900
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,903
Median List Price$139,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$139,900
$/Sq Ft$17
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio110.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Fayetteville, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death12,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Fayetteville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates39.1854°N, 83.9320°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants70
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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