Fayette is a city located in Fayette County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 8.6 square miles (22.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 360 ft. With a population of approximately 4,922 residents, Fayette offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.86% males and 55.14% females, and it has a population density of 572.33 people per square mile (220.98/km²). Fayette lies at a latitude of 33.69 and a longitude of -87.83, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (22.7%), followed by English (8.8%), German (2.4%), and Scotch-Irish (1.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35555.