Best Places to Live in Fayette, Alabama

Living in Fayette, AL is a truly unique experience. The small town atmosphere gives you the chance to get to know your neighbors and become deeply connected with the community. You can take a leisurely stroll through downtown or enjoy various outdoor activities along nearby Lake Lurleen State Park. Fayette has a wide range of interesting attractions, ranging from historical sites to locally owned shops and restaurants. There are many fun festivals held throughout the year, such as the Annual Peanut Festival and the Summer BBQ Bash. With its friendly people, beautiful scenery, and plentiful attractions, living in Fayette can be a rewarding experience for anyone who chooses to call it home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Fayette is 2.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Fayette jobs have decreased by 0.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Fayette's cost of living is 26.4% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Fayette's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

May, October and April are the most pleasant months in Fayette, while July and August are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Fayette county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 83.3% to 15.9%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Fayette's population is 4,271 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 5.6%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 21.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Fayette is Real Estate: $112,400. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 14.9%.

SCHOOLS

Fayette public schools spend $9,301 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.7 students per teacher in Fayette. More Education

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Housing Market in Fayette

It's a good time to buy in Fayette. Home Appreciation is up 14.9% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Fayette is $112,400.

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