Fayette County, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 21st-largest in Georgia
The population of Fayette County, Georgia is 120,689 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest county in Georgia. The median household income is $108,986, the median home value is $405,600, and the median age is 43.3.
The population of Fayette County has grown 17.0% since 2010 (106,938 → 125,107), a +1.13% annualized rate.
120,689
Population
+1.13%
Annual growth
620
People / sq mi
$108,986
Median Income
$405,600
Median Home Value
Fayette County covers 195 sq mi of land at 619.9 people per square mile.
About Fayette County, GA
What sets Fayette County apart is money: median household income runs $108,986, above the US median of $78,538. Fayette County is a county in Georgia with a population of 120,689. It ranks #21 among counties in Georgia by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US counties: median income is $108,986, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 3.7%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $405,600, with typical rent around $1,787.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US counties — 48.1% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 17.5% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Fayette County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Fayette County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Fayette County had a population of 106,938 in 2010 and 125,107 in 2024, a 17.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 125,107 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.13%.
125,107
Population (2024)
106,938
Population (2010)
125,107
Peak (2024)
1.13%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 106,938 |
| 2011 | 107,171 |
| 2012 | 107,343 |
| 2013 | 108,103 |
| 2014 | 109,259 |
| 2015 | 110,215 |
| 2016 | 111,294 |
| 2017 | 112,626 |
| 2018 | 113,333 |
| 2019 | 114,645 |
| 2020 | 119,512 |
| 2021 | 120,751 |
| 2022 | 122,150 |
| 2023 | 123,698 |
| 2024 | 125,107 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.0% |
| Black or African American | 25.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.3
Median Age
51.4%
Female
48.6%
Male
19.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.7% · Seniors (65+): 19.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $108,986+$34,322 vs state |
| Mean household income | $140,838 |
| Per-capita income | $52,188 |
| Poverty rate | 3.7%-6.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.2% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Fayette County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
0.6%
Carpool
72.1%
Public transit
17.5%
Work from home
32.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$405,600+$132,700 vs state
Median home value
$1,787
Median rent
81.0%
Homeownership rate
45,896
Total housing units
95.1%
Occupied
4.9%
Vacant
19.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.1%
With health insurance
98.2%
With broadband internet
47.4%
Foreign-born
11.3%
Veterans (18+)
12.2%
With a disability
86.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.0%
High School+
48.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fayette County, Georgia has a population of 120,689 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest county in Georgia. Population density is 620 people per square mile.
The population of Fayette County has grown 17.0% since 2010 (106,938 → 125,107), a +1.13% annualized rate.
The median household income in Fayette County, Georgia is $108,986, with mean (average) household income of $140,838 and per-capita income of $52,188. 3.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Fayette County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (59.0%), Black or African American (25.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Fayette County, Georgia is 43.3 years. Residents are 51.4% female and 48.6% male.
The median home value in Fayette County is $405,600 and median monthly rent is $1,787. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 45,896 total housing units, 4.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Fayette County, Georgia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Atlanta is among the largest cities associated with Fayette County, Georgia, with a population of 499,287.
Fayette County, GA Climate
Fayette County, GA has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F) and receives about 1296 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.3°C
Avg Temp
1296
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 42° | 126 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 124 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 145 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 106 mm |
| May | 20° / 69° | 106 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 98 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 124 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 99 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 85 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 77 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 95 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 111 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fayette County, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Fayette County, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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