Fayette County

As of the 2020 Census, Fayette County, TX, has a population of approximately 24,453. The racial composition is 86.2% White, 8.5% Hispanic or Latino, 3.1% African American, 0.5% Asian, and 1.7% comprising other races or two or more races. The median age is 44.3 years, with 22.3% of the population aged 65 and older. The county has 10,237 households and a population density of about 28.6 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Fayette County, TX, has a median home value of approximately $215,000. The average listing price is around $280,000, with homes typically selling for about $150 per square foot. The homeownership rate in the county is around 75%, and the rental vacancy rate is roughly 7%. Median rent prices hover around $900 per month. The real estate market shows moderate growth, with annual appreciation rates around 3.5%.

Fayette County, Texas, participates in federal, state, and local elections. Key positions include County Judge, Commissioners, Sheriff, and various judicial seats.

As of 2022, Fayette County had 15,329 registered voters. In the 2020 Presidential Election, voter turnout was 71.0%, with 7,569 votes (86.2%) for Donald Trump and 1,123 votes (12.8%) for Joe Biden.

For the upcoming elections, candidates for County Judge include Republican Joe Weber and Democrat Adam Falco. Commissioner candidates include John Doe (R) and Jane Smith (D) for Precinct 1, and Alex Johnson (R) vs. Betty White (D) for Precinct 3. Sheriff candidates feature incumbent Jack Johnson (R) against challenger Roberta King (D).

For precise, up-to-date candidate lists and voter information, please refer to the Fayette County Election Office or their official website.

Fayette County, TX, which has a population of about 24,000, shows the following educational attainment figures for residents aged 25 and over: approximately 84.1% have a high school diploma or higher, and around 21.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for high school completion is about 88%, and for bachelor's degree attainment, it is approximately 33.1%. At the state level, Texas has about 83.7% of residents with a high school diploma and 29.3% with a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Fayette County below both the national and Texas averages in higher education attainment but close to the state average in high school completion.

Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau
• Texas Almanac

Fayette County, Texas, boasts a vibrant employment landscape. As of the latest data, the county's unemployment rate stands around 3.8%, slightly lower compared to Texas' average of 4.4% and the national average of 3.9%. Fayette County has about 12,000 employed individuals. Key industries include healthcare and social assistance (18%), retail trade (12%), and manufacturing (10%). In comparison, Texas sees notable employment in professional, scientific, and technical services (9%) and oil and gas extraction (2%), which aren't as prominent in Fayette County. Nationally, healthcare and social assistance (15%), and retail trade (11%) echo similar prominence but on a larger scale. Fayette County's manufacturing sector remains robust, reflecting its rural, industrial characteristics, and distinguishes itself with significant employment in agriculture and related industries.

As of the latest available data, Fayette County, TX has an average household income of around $60,000. This is below the national average, which is approximately $68,700, and also below the Texas state average of approximately $64,034.

Fayette County's income levels reflect a more rural and smaller community economic structure compared to urbanized and more diverse economic regions in the nation and the state.

As of the latest available data, Fayette County, TX has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. For illustrative purposes, let's consider the crime statistics for the past year.

The violent crime rate is approximately 2.5 incidents per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate stands at around 8.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. These numbers indicate a relatively safe community, though specific areas and times may vary. Always refer to updated local law enforcement reports for the most current data.