Economy & Jobs — Fayette, Alabama
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $36,473 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$43,300 |
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| Per Capita Income | $25,220 |
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| Poverty Rate | 42.0% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 17.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,489 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 45.0% |
| Education Healthcare | 19.7% |
| Retail | 16.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Fast Food | 13 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Law Offices | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 6 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Physician Offices | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| New Car Dealers | 3 |
| Florists | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
