Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.62 |
| Below Poverty | 15.0% ▲ 50% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.9% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,975 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 34,689 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 18,541 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 28,480 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 15,916 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 91,868 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,202 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $281,119 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,134/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 148,080 |
| Vacant Units | 9,991 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fayette County is located in Kentucky and encompasses 39 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 321,882 residents. With a median age of 35.51, it is a relatively young county.
Fayette County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,202 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.0%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Fayette County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $281,119 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,134.
The residents of Fayette County are majority White (67.85%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 55.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Fayette County, KY is a solidly middle-class area in Kentucky. The 39 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40502 | Lexington | 26,593 | $73,939 | $483,600 | $1,068 | 4.3% | 71.0% |
| 40503 | Lexington | 27,825 | $74,161 | $280,000 | $1,110 | 4.1% | 63.1% |
| 40504 | Lexington | 26,164 | $43,015 | $209,400 | $888 | 7.4% | 44.2% |
| 40505 | Lexington | 25,855 | $58,922 | $166,300 | $914 | 5.2% | 35.7% |
| 40507 | Lexington | 2,225 | $34,543 | $391,000 | $642 | 1.2% | 52.6% |
| 40508 | Lexington | 24,356 | $28,040 | $174,900 | $900 | 9.4% | 47.7% |
| 40509 | Lexington | 45,135 | $89,429 | $338,200 | $1,317 | 3.5% | 64.8% |
| 40510 | Lexington | 1,992 | $155,625 | $725,000 | — | 1.3% | 32.8% |
| 40511 | Lexington | 36,101 | $77,476 | $233,400 | $1,159 | 4.6% | 47.5% |
| 40513 | Lexington | 10,710 | $126,642 | $448,100 | $1,413 | 3.1% | 77.5% |
| 40514 | Lexington | 16,919 | $96,337 | $289,900 | $1,549 | 2.3% | 60.9% |
| 40515 | Lexington | 36,787 | $83,782 | $317,400 | $1,234 | 3.9% | 61.6% |
| 40516 | Lexington | 2,809 | $85,655 | $249,800 | $1,166 | 1.6% | 49.5% |
| 40517 | Lexington | 36,396 | $51,778 | $196,300 | $1,092 | 6.3% | 51.6% |