County · Indiana
Fayette County, Indiana
Fayette County, Indiana. Fayette County had 23,533 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.6% since 2020, slower than Indiana (+2.8%). It holds 12 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs, 9 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 7 census tracts. GEOID 18041.
Fayette County is the county of the Connersville, IN micropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
23,533
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 23,398 · ACS 2020-2024: 23,334
Median household income
$59,321
±$3,870 (90% margin)
Indiana: $71,957
Median home value
$130,700
±$10,435 (90% margin)
Indiana: $218,200
Median gross rent
$791
±$36 (90% margin)
Indiana: $1,062
How many people live in Fayette County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 23,398 residents in Fayette County. The Census Bureau estimates 23,533 for July 1, 2025, up 0.6% since 2020, slower than Indiana (+2.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 23,334 over 215 square miles of land.
| Measure | Fayette County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 23,334 | 6,851,073 | +140 |
| Households | 9,422±278 | 2,716,009 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.44±0.07 | 2.46 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,905±27 | 2,976,568 | +80 |
Fayette County's population since 2000
From 25,588 in 2000 to 23,533 in 2025: down 8.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Fayette County?
Fayette County holds 12 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 9 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Connersville with 13,406 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Connersville | 13,324 | $48,854 |
|---|---|---|
| Connersville Township | 11,955 | $54,866 |
| Harrison Township, Fayette County | 6,210 | $51,731 |
| Jackson Township, Fayette CountyGEOID 1804136990 | 1,464 | $74,034 |
| Columbia Township, Fayette CountyGEOID 1804114644 | 957 | $78,229 |
| Jennings Township, Fayette CountyGEOID 1804138412 | 808 | $74,500 |
| Orange Township, Fayette CountyGEOID 1804156736 | 700 | $53,750 |
| EvertonGEOID 1822072 | – | not published |
| Waterloo TownshipGEOID 1804181314 | 531 | $73,917 |
| Posey Township, Fayette CountyGEOID 1804161308 | 431 | $101,083 |
| Fairview TownshipGEOID 1804122522 | 342 | $51,042 |
| GlenwoodGEOID 1828062 | 245 | $55,000 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Fayette County?
The median resident of Fayette County is 44.0 years old; 22.0% are under 18 and 20.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.3%. 1.6% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Fayette County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.0±1.7 | 38.1 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.0%±0.1 pts | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.6%±0.2 pts | 16.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4%±0.7 pts | 8.6% | no clear change |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.7%±1.0 pts | 75.4% | −1.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.4%±0.6 pts | 9.1% | −1.0 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 2.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.3%±1.1 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.6%±0.6 pts | 6.3% | +0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.0%±0.9 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.7%±1.3 pts | 6.3% | – |
| With a disability | 21.2%±2.3 pts | 14.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.3%±1.8 pts | 7.4% | −3.4 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 85.8%±2.1 pts | 90.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.0%±2.5 pts | 29.5% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.2%±1.0 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±1.0 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Fayette County earn?
Half of Fayette County's 9,422 households earn less than $59,321 a year (±$3,870), against $71,957 in Indiana. In 2015-2019 it was $56,827 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Fayette County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,321±$3,870 | $71,957 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $74,303±$3,872 | $95,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $30,876±$1,568 | $38,351 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 17.9%±2.8 pts | 12.3% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 24.4%±6.4 pts | 16.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 14.1%±2.4 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.9%±2.2 pts | 89.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Fayette County?
Owners occupy 72.1% of Fayette County's occupied homes and renters 27.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $130,700 by its owner (±$10,435). The median renter pays $791 a month including utilities, and 45.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Fayette County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $130,700±$10,435 | $218,200 | +$29,906 |
| Median gross rent | $791±$36 | $1,062 | −$77 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 45.2%±7.8 pts | 38.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $996±$55 | $1,404 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.1%±2.6 pts | 70.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 10,905±27 | 2,976,568 | +80 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.9 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.4%±2.0 pts | 5.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 79.4%±2.5 pts | 72.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.0%±1.6 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.6 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 27.6%±3.0 pts | 16.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Fayette County building?
Builders took permits for 16 new housing units across Fayette County in 2025 (16 single-family), 0.7 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Fayette County get to work?
81.0% of Fayette County's workers drive alone and 4.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.4%.
| Measure | Fayette County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.6%±2.5 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4%±1.3 pts | 4.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 81.0%±2.7 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.1%±2.1 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.3%±1.1 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.9%±1.5 pts | 10.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.8 min±2.1 | 24.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Fayette County's census tracts?
Fayette County is divided into 7 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $34,174 (Tract 9541) to $80,257 (Tract 9542).
| Tract 954018041954000 | 3,705±352 | $74,644 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 954118041954100 | 2,651±309 | $34,174 |
| Tract 954218041954200 | 3,005±333 | $80,257 |
| Tract 954318041954300 | 2,626±392 | $49,709 |
| Tract 954418041954400 | 4,574±489 | $49,041 |
| Tract 954518041954500 | 3,491±430 | $54,899 |
| Tract 954618041954600 | 3,282±323 | $77,083 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Fayette County compare with Indiana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 66th of 92 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 58th of 92 |
| Residents per square mile | 35th of 92 |
| Median household income | 82nd of 92 |
| Median home value | 85th of 92 |
| Median gross rent | 73rd of 92 |
| Poverty rate | 7th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 75th of 92 |
| Median age | 7th of 92 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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