Fayetteville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fayetteville, Georgia had a total population of 19,719, the 57th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $82,188, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fayetteville Quick Facts
How Fayetteville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,364 | 19,719 | +1.8% |
| Median household income | $82,144 | $82,188 | +0.1% |
| Median home value | $331,700 | $368,200 | +11.0% |
How Fayetteville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fayetteville Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peachtree City | 39,576 | $113,987 | 5.7% | $482,500 |
| Tyrone | 7,896 | $135,691 | 2.4% | $470,400 |
| Brooks | 603 | $105,714 | 7.6% | $436,800 |
| Woolsey | 235 | $121,250 | 6.4% | $546,100 |
Cities Similar to Fayetteville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsland | 19,627 | $77,944 | $251,400 | 23.3% | 10.7% |
| St. Marys | 19,166 | $74,288 | $312,300 | 29.3% | 17.4% |
| Villa Rica | 18,551 | $87,803 | $274,200 | 28.4% | 11.8% |
| Norcross | 18,007 | $75,266 | $403,400 | 40.5% | 15.2% |
| Snellville | 21,620 | $89,896 | $335,000 | 36.2% | 8.9% |
Population Overview
Fayetteville is a small city located in Georgia, within Fayette County. The total population is 19,719. It ranks as the 57th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fayetteville is 42.7 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fayetteville is $82,188. This is 6% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $368,200. Housing costs are 21% higher than the state median of $303,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 69.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fayetteville is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 38.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
41.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fayetteville, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fayetteville, Georgia?
Fayetteville, Georgia has a population of 19,719 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fayetteville, GA?
The median household income in Fayetteville is $82,188, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fayetteville, GA?
The poverty rate in Fayetteville is 8.1%. This means approximately 1,568 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fayetteville, Georgia?
Fayetteville's population is 38.2% White, 39.1% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fayetteville, GA?
The median home value in Fayetteville is $368,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Fayetteville, Georgia?
41.2% of adults (25+) in Fayetteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.