What are the schools like in Fayetteville, OH?

Fayetteville is served primarily by Fayetteville-Perry Local. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.9:1.

What is the median household income in Fayetteville?

The median household income in Fayetteville, OH is $66,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Fayetteville, OH?

Fayetteville has an average high temperature of 36.8°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Fayetteville, OH affordable or expensive?

Fayetteville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fayetteville is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $125,000 and the median rent is $822 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Fayetteville is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Fayetteville, OH a Good Place to Live?

Fayetteville is a small town of 241 in Ohio, with a median household income of $66,250 . Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Fayetteville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fayetteville 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: 94.1

Fayetteville's overall cost of living index is 94.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fayetteville costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fayetteville, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$125,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$822	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Fayetteville is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Fayetteville is served primarily by Fayetteville-Perry Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fayetteville, OH	National Avg
School District	Fayetteville-Perry Local	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fayetteville sees average highs of 36.8°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 48.2 inches of annual precipitation and 26.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fayetteville, OH
Average High — January	36.8°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	48.2"
Annual Snowfall	26.6"

Demographics

Metric	Fayetteville, OH	National Avg
Population	241	—
Median Age	44.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.7%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lake Lorelei, OH 2 mi St. Martin, OH 3 mi Marathon, OH 5 mi Blanchester, OH 8 mi Midland, OH 8 mi

Fayetteville vs Other Cities

Fayetteville, OH vs Lake Lorelei, OH Fayetteville, OH vs St. Martin, OH Fayetteville, OH vs Marathon, OH Fayetteville, OH vs Blanchester, OH Fayetteville, OH vs Midland, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fayetteville, OH affordable or expensive?

Fayetteville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fayetteville roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $125,000 and median rent is $822/month.

What is the crime rate in Fayetteville, OH?

Crime data for Fayetteville is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Fayetteville?

Public schools in Fayetteville are operated by Fayetteville-Perry Local. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1. 12.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fayetteville, OH a good place to live?

Fayetteville, OH has a population of 241, a median household income of $66,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Fayetteville?

Fayetteville averages 36.8°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.2 inches with about 26.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Fayetteville?

The population of Fayetteville, Ohio is 241 with a median age of 44.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fayetteville?

Key numbers for living in Fayetteville: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $125,000, median household income $66,250, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fayetteville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.