Fayetteville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fayetteville, Illinois had a total population of 357, the 1028th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $59,583, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
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 | 381 | 357 | -6.3% |
| Median household income | $56,458 | $59,583 | +5.5% |
| Median home value | $85,300 | $95,200 | +11.6% |
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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fayetteville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in St. Clair County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleville | 41,370 | $63,535 | 14.6% | $141,300 |
| O'Fallon | 32,262 | $105,982 | 6.2% | $295,700 |
| East St. Louis | 17,999 | $35,700 | 32.8% | $52,600 |
| Fairview Heights | 16,745 | $80,930 | 8.8% | $177,700 |
| Swansea | 14,710 | $91,587 | 8.7% | $223,600 |
| Shiloh | 14,572 | $99,573 | 6.8% | $274,000 |
| Columbia | 11,127 | $107,606 | 5.4% | $293,000 |
| Mascoutah | 8,816 | $97,375 | 9.8% | $224,900 |
| Freeburg | 4,592 | $92,065 | 6.7% | $241,200 |
| Lebanon | 4,474 | $88,750 | 14.8% | $170,700 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weldon | 350 | $60,625 | $100,000 | 6.6% | 17.4% |
| Saunemin | 352 | $56,250 | $94,600 | 10.3% | 10.8% |
| Bush | 354 | $55,357 | $78,000 | 11.1% | 2.5% |
| Waynesville | 375 | $60,000 | $95,300 | 7.4% | 12.9% |
| Loraine | 341 | $58,750 | $83,600 | 9.8% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 357, Fayetteville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Fayetteville is a small community located in Illinois, within St. Clair County. The total population is 357. It ranks as the 1028th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fayetteville is 33.1 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 34.2% of the population under 18, Fayetteville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fayetteville is $59,583. This is 29% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.3%. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $95,200. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Fayetteville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fayetteville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fayetteville, Illinois 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 Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. 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, Illinois?
Fayetteville, Illinois has a population of 357 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fayetteville, IL?
The median household income in Fayetteville is $59,583, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fayetteville, IL?
The poverty rate in Fayetteville is 15.2%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fayetteville, Illinois?
Fayetteville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fayetteville, IL?
The median home value in Fayetteville is $95,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Fayetteville, Illinois?
11.6% of adults (25+) in Fayetteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.