Lafayette is a city located in Contra Costa County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 15.2 square miles (39.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 302 ft. With a population of approximately 23,908 residents, Lafayette offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.82% males and 51.18% females, and it has a population density of 572.89 people per square mile (607.30/km²). Lafayette lies at a latitude of 37.89 and a longitude of -122.11, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (19.4%), German (17.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 94549.