Fayette County, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 37th-largest in Tennessee
The population of Fayette County, Tennessee is 42,653 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 37th-largest county in Tennessee. The median household income is $84,764, the median home value is $316,000, and the median age is 47.2.
The population of Fayette County has grown 15.7% since 2010 (38,427 → 44,476), a +1.05% annualized rate.
42,653
Population
+1.05%
Annual growth
61
People / sq mi
$84,764
Median Income
$316,000
Median Home Value
Fayette County covers 704 sq mi of land at 60.6 people per square mile.
About Fayette County, TN
What sets Fayette County apart is money: median household income runs $84,764, above the US median of $78,538. Fayette County is a county in Tennessee with a population of 42,653. It ranks #37 among counties in Tennessee by population.
Households take in a median $84,764, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. About 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $316,000, with typical rent around $883.
College attainment is above the local norm at 26.9%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.8%, and the average commute runs about 34 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 38,427 in 2010 and 44,476 in 2024, a 15.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 44,476 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.05%.
44,476
Population (2024)
38,427
Population (2010)
44,476
Peak (2024)
1.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,427 |
| 2011 | 38,574 |
| 2012 | 38,689 |
| 2013 | 38,819 |
| 2014 | 39,131 |
| 2015 | 39,291 |
| 2016 | 39,712 |
| 2017 | 40,156 |
| 2018 | 40,529 |
| 2019 | 41,044 |
| 2020 | 41,865 |
| 2021 | 42,615 |
| 2022 | 43,296 |
| 2023 | 44,082 |
| 2024 | 44,476 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.6% |
| Black or African American | 27.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
47.2
Median Age
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Male
22.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.0% · Seniors (65+): 22.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $84,764+$17,667 vs state |
| Mean household income | $105,471 |
| Per-capita income | $42,294 |
| Poverty rate | 7.9%-2.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Fayette County is professional & business services, accounting for 19.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
0.5%
Carpool
76.6%
Public transit
9.8%
Work from home
34.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$316,000+$59,200 vs state
Median home value
$883
Median rent
80.7%
Homeownership rate
18,087
Total housing units
92.5%
Occupied
7.5%
Vacant
19.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.1%
With health insurance
94.9%
With broadband internet
29.7%
Foreign-born
8.8%
Veterans (18+)
17.3%
With a disability
96.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.9%
High School+
26.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fayette County, Tennessee has a population of 42,653 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 37th-largest county in Tennessee. Population density is 61 people per square mile.
The population of Fayette County has grown 15.7% since 2010 (38,427 → 44,476), a +1.05% annualized rate.
The median household income in Fayette County, Tennessee is $84,764, with mean (average) household income of $105,471 and per-capita income of $42,294. 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Fayette County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.6%), Black or African American (27.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Fayette County, Tennessee is 47.2 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
The median home value in Fayette County is $316,000 and median monthly rent is $883. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,087 total housing units, 7.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Fayette County, Tennessee is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 19.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.8%.
Nashville-Davidson is among the largest cities associated with Fayette County, Tennessee, with a population of 684,298.
Fayette County, TN Climate
Fayette County, TN has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F) and receives about 1353 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.5°C
Avg Temp
1353
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / 38° | 104 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 112 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 138 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 140 mm |
| May | 20° / 68° | 131 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 97 mm |
| July | 26° / 80° | 106 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 81 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 98 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 78 mm |
| November | 10° / 51° | 129 mm |
| December | 6° / 42° | 139 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, TN
The most comfortable months to visit Fayette County, TN 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 -2°C low). April is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.