Fayette County's 2026 population is estimated at 339,063, reflecting a 1.44% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Fayette County is the 2nd largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 296,868 and has grown 14.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.3 years
Female: 36.2 years
Male: 34.4 years
There are 255,801 adults, (47,626 of whom are seniors) in Fayette County.
Female: 164,152 (50.7%)
Male: 159,573 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Fayette County includes 68.42% White, 14.47% Black or African American, 4.36% Asian, 3.66% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 221,483 | 68.42% |
| Black or African American | 46,839 | 14.47% |
| Two or more races | 28,714 | 8.87% |
| Asian | 14,103 | 4.36% |
| Other race | 11,839 | 3.66% |
| Native American | 714 | 0.22% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 33 | 0.01% |
Fayette County 's average per capita income is $49,703. Household income levels show a median of $69,479. The poverty rate stands at 14.93%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $123,392 | $157,409 |
| Families | $98,855 | $131,121 |
| Households | $69,479 | $101,608 |
| Non Families | $43,971 | $63,006 |
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