Fayette County, Alabama
Fayette County is located in west-central Alabama, with the city of Fayette serving as its main hub. It is a rural area with a population of around 16,000, and U.S. Route 43 acts as the primary highway through the county.
Agriculture plays a central role in the local economy, with timber and poultry farming as key industries. The Sipsey River runs through the county, and Guthrie Smith Park provides a peaceful setting for picnics and community events.
Each year, Fayette hosts an Arts Festival that brings a touch of culture to this quiet region. And for a bit of local folklore, some say the Sipsey River is home to a mysterious creature—though it’s likely just a particularly large catfish.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Fayette County |
| County Seat | Fayette |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Fayette, Berry, Belk, Bankston, Newtonville, Glen Allen |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 43, State Route 18, State Route 13, State Route 102 |
| Etymology | Named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French general who fought alongside American forces during the Revolutionary War |
| FIPS Code | 01-057 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 629 square miles (Land: 628 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 33.7068° N, 87.7476° W |
| Major Landmarks | Fayette Art Museum, Fayette County Courthouse, Sipsey River, Guthrie Smith Park |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Marion County (North), Walker County (East), Tuscaloosa County (Southeast), Pickens County (Southwest), Lamar County (West) |
| Population | Approximately 16,000 |
