South Central Reporter

Fayette County had a population of 21,565 people in 2019, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the South Central Reporter.

The median age was 42, with 46.8 percent of the total population being female and 53.2 percent male.

The state's total population in 2019 was 12,770,631.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

	Estimated Number	Percent of total population
Male	11,469	53.2
Female	10,096	46.8
Total Population	21,565	100