What are the schools like in Fayette, OH?

Fayette is served primarily by Fayette Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Fayette?

The median household income in Fayette, OH is $41,016 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.3%.

What is the weather like in Fayette, OH?

Fayette has an average high temperature of 32.9°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.0 inches.

Fayette, OH Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Fayette, OH affordable or expensive?

Fayette's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fayette is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $81,500 and the median rent is $752 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Fayette, OH?

Fayette has a violent crime rate of 61.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 496.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Fayette, OH a Good Place to Live?

Fayette is a small town of 1,177 in Ohio, with a median household income of $41,016 and a 5.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Fayette stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Fayette is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fayette city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.4

Fayette's overall cost of living index is 90.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fayette costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fayette, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$81,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$752	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,016	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Fayette's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

61.7 /100k

Property Crime

496.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Fayette is served primarily by Fayette Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fayette, OH	National Avg
School District	Fayette Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fayette sees average highs of 32.9°F in January and 85.5°F in July, with 36.9 inches of annual precipitation and 32.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fayette, OH
Average High — January	32.9°F
Average High — July	85.5°F
Annual Precipitation	36.9"
Annual Snowfall	32.0"

Demographics

Metric	Fayette, OH	National Avg
Population	1,177	—
Median Age	44.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.7%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	13.6%	22.2%
65 and over	20.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Alvordton, OH 6 mi Waldron, MI 6 mi Morenci, MI 7 mi West Unity, OH 8 mi Tedrow, OH 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Fayette

Fayette, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

43521

Fayette vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fayette, OH affordable or expensive?

Fayette's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fayette roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $81,500 and median rent is $752/month.

What is the crime rate in Fayette, OH?

Fayette's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 496.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Fayette?

Public schools in Fayette are operated by Fayette Local. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 9.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fayette, OH a good place to live?

Fayette, OH has a population of 1,177, a median household income of $41,016, and an unemployment rate of 5.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Fayette?

Fayette averages 32.9°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.9 inches with about 32.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fayette?

Fayette, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 43521.

What is the population of Fayette?

The population of Fayette, Ohio is 1,177 with a median age of 44.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fayette?

Key numbers for living in Fayette: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $81,500, median household income $41,016, crime index 19 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fayette side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.