Fayette County

As of the latest available data, Fayette County, PA, has a population of approximately 126,000. The racial composition is 92.1% White, 5.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.2% two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 1.0% of the population. The median age is 45 years. The median household income is around $44,000, with approximately 17.3% of residents living below the poverty line.

As of the latest data, Fayette County, PA, has a median home value of around $92,000. The median rent is approximately $650 per month. The homeownership rate stands at about 72%, while the rental vacancy rate is around 9%. Housing units total roughly 64,000, with single-family homes making up the majority. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Property taxes hover around $1,500 annually. The real estate market exhibits moderate growth with affordability as a key advantage for residents.

Fayette County, PA, conducts its elections based on a schedule consistent with Pennsylvania's electoral calendar. This typically includes primaries in the spring and general elections in November. In recent elections, key positions include county commissioners, district attorney, judges, treasurer, and various school board seats.

As of the most recent election cycle:

1. County Commissioners (three seats):

   • Democrat: Vincent Vicites, Angela Zimmerlink
   • Republican: Scott Dunn, Dave Lohr

2. District Attorney:

   • Democrat: Richard Bower
   • Republican: James Geary

3. Treasurer:

   • Democrat: Nancy Wilson
   • Republican: Roger Victor

Election results vary; for example, in a prior cycle, voter turnout was around 32%. Fayette County ensures accessible voting through numerous polling stations and early voting options. Specific candidate lists and outcomes can be checked via Fayette County's official website or the Pennsylvania Department of State's election portal.

As of recent data, Fayette County, PA, shows educational attainment levels that are generally lower than both state and national averages. About 86.6% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of roughly 88% and the Pennsylvania state average of around 90%. Only 16.2% of county residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, whereas the national average is approximately 33% and the state average is about 31%. These figures highlight a significant gap in higher education levels in Fayette County compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data:

• Fayette County, PA, has an unemployment rate of approximately 8.3%, compared to the national average of 6.0% and Pennsylvania's state average of 6.6%.
• The county's labor force participation rate is about 52.6%.
• Top industries in Fayette County include Health Care and Social Assistance (20.4%), Manufacturing (15.8%), and Retail Trade (13.3%).
• Health Care and Social Assistance employs around 9,500 people, Manufacturing approximately 7,300, and Retail Trade about 6,400.
• Median household income stands at approximately $46,000, which is lower than the national median of around $68,700 and Pennsylvania's median of approximately $63,500.
• Employment growth in Fayette County has been slower compared to national and state averages, partly due to its industrial restructuring and economic transitions.

These figures contextualize Fayette County's economic landscape in comparison to broader trends.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of the latest data available in 2021, the median household income in Fayette County, PA, was approximately $45,957. This is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which was about $70,784, and the Pennsylvania state median household income of approximately $63,463.

Income Comparison Table

These figures highlight the income disparity between Fayette County and broader state and national averages.

As of the most recent statistics, Fayette County, PA has shown varied crime rates across different categories. Here are the figures:

In 2021, the county experienced a decrease in violent crimes such as aggravated assault and robbery but saw an increase in property crimes like burglary and larceny-theft. The violent crime rate stands at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is 17.8 per 1,000 residents. Continuous community efforts and law enforcement strategies are imperative for further reductions.