Fayetteville, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Lincoln County County
Fayetteville, TN
At a Glance
How Fayetteville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fayetteville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fayetteville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fayetteville residents earn a median household income of $50,890 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,637. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 804 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fayetteville is $191,100 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $255,791. Median rent is $753/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Fayetteville reports 1,164 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 206% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,676/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Fayetteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fayetteville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches.