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Fayette County

#3 in Best Counties to Live in Georgia
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • County in Georgia
  • 110 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    A+
  2. Crime & Safety
    B
  3. Housing
    A
  4. Nightlife
    A-
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    A-
  8. Weather
    B
  9. Cost of Living
    B-
  10. Health & Fitness
    A
  11. Outdoor Activities
    B+
  12. Commute
    C
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Fayette County is located in Georgia with a population of 110,306. Fayette County is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in Fayette County offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Fayette County there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Residents of Fayette County tend to be conservative. The public schools in Fayette County are highly rated.
Population
110,306

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$255,300
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,202
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    19%
  • Own
    81%
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Fayette County Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    39.8
    282.7
  • Murder
    0
    6.1
  • Rape
    3.3
    40.7
  • Robbery
    56.4
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    102.8
    500.1
  • Theft
    1,603.4
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    154.2
    284
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Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    10%
  • 10-17 years
    13%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    8%
  • 35-44 years
    11%
  • 45-54 years
    16%
  • 55-64 years
    15%
  • 65+ years
    17%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    17%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    29%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    28%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    20%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    5%
    13%

Working in Fayette County

Jobs
A-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$84,861
National
$55,322
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    Fayette County Reviews

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    My experience in Fayette County has been wonderful. The town is small and quiet. Its a great town to raise you children in! Although it's small, they have plenty to do! There are shops and plenty of restaurants to eat at. The school system is also excellent.
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    Fayetteville is a great town that offers a lot of excitementMy parents had five kids, including me, and we moved to Fayetteville specifically for the school system. It is lacking in the department of things to do, especially for teenagers and young adults. Luckily, the exciting city of Atlanta is less than 45 minutes away. The weather is usually really nice and there are a lot of sport opportunities like soccer, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming teams right inside the town. It's a great town to move to if you have kids or plan on having kids. Although it is a little dull for teenagers, whether its hanging out at Chick-Fil-A or skating at Dazzles, we always manage to find something to do!
    To give a synopsis on where I am from, I come from a suburban town called Inkster. 30 minutes outside Detroit, Michigan. Let's just say, sometimes, you have to be on your toes and aware of your surroundings. Last year in February, I moved to Fayette County with my father and stepmother and I can honestly say, I'm so glad I moved here.

    My experience here in Fayette County I would have to say it has been astoundingly well. Compared to where I used to reside in, I would recommend this area of stay for people who are retiring or have children. The school systems here are immaculate, police enforcements here are doing their jobs exceptionally well, from what I have witnessed so far. There are plenty of restaurants and shopping outlets to visit. I haven't had to file a complaint ever since I moved here. Though I am 23 and don't plan to stay in the area long, I definitely wouldn't mind residing here again in the future.