The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Fayette county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 76.5℉ and the average temperature in January is 29.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 58% and the area covered by water is 1.22%. The overall influence score for Fayette is 4.
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Fayette County is located in the southwestern part of Illinois. According to the 2019 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, the county had a population of 22,094 people. The median household income for the county was estimated to be $45,543 in 2019. The median age of the population was 37.9 years old.
The largest racial/ethnic group in Fayette County is White (93.3%), followed by African American (3.0%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.5%).
The living conditions in Fayette County are generally good. The unemployment rate was 3.8% in 2019, which is lower than the national average of 3.9%. The poverty rate was 12.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 11.8%.
The housing market in Fayette County is relatively affordable with a median home value of $140,500 in 2020. The majority of homes are owner-occupied (75%) while 25% are renter-occupied.
Illinois State Office USDA Rural DevelopmentFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Illinois
2118 West Park Court, Suite A
Champaign, IL 61821
TEL: 217-403-6200
TTY: 217-403-6240