Fayette, Mississippi
Fayette: city in and county seat of Jefferson County, Mississippi.
About
Fayette is a city located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,614 and a population density of 530 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,432 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Fayette
| Population | 1,432 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Postal code | 39069 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 3.04 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.7116,-91.0607 |
| Altitude | 282 feet / 86 meters |
| Capital city | Fayette is capital of Jefferson County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 09:36:52 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 470 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.28% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 93℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Fayette is located at 31°42'42"N 91°3'38"W (31.7115500, -91.0606600).
Fayette map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 99. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Fayette decreased by 11.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,614 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,561 | -3.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,618 | 3.65% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,613 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,590 | -1.43% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,555 | -2.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,518 | -2.38% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,502 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,462 | -2.66% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,436 | -1.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,432 | -0.28% | estimation process |
People born in Fayette (4)
People born in Fayette, including United States admiral, Astronaut and the 8th NASA administrator Richard H. Truly, football player Dudley Guice, Jr., chemist William E. Wallace, .
More notable people
- Alvin Hall (American football defensive back) he was born in 12/08/1934
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fayette, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175342 | Alcorn State University | Alcorn State (MS) | 39096-7500 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fayette, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRH | Brookhaven | East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
| VKS | Vicksburg, MS | 1295 South Frontage Road | BUS |
| MCB | McComb | 114 Northeast Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| JAN | Union Station | 300 W. Capital Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fayette.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fay Post Office | Fayette (MS) | 39069 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Fayette, Alabama city in Howard County, Missouri. with a population of 4,249 people.
- Fayette, Pennsylvania city in and county seat of Fayette County, Alabama, United States. with a population of 3,560 people.
- Fayette, Missouri city in Howard County, Missouri. with a population of 2,682 people.
- Fayette, Indiana unincorporated community in Boone County, Indiana. with a population of 2,575 people.
- Fayette, Iowa city in and county seat of Fayette County, Alabama, United States. with a population of 1,378 people.
- Fayette, Ohio village in Fulton County, Ohio. with a population of 1,232 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Fayette distances to largest Mississippi cities