Fayette County
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- Population
- 323,725
- Area
- 283.85 sq mi (735.18 km²), 1.71 sq mi water
- Median age
- 35.3
- Households
- 139,715
- Persons per household
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $69,479
- Median house value
- $293,500
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Cities & Towns in Fayette County
Local News
VIDEO: Lexington ghost walk: exploring a haunted past
U.S. Ghost Adventures explores haunted buildings throughout downtown Lexington and Transylvania University. The tour visits landmarks like the Old Morrison Building, the Old Fayette County Court House and the Hopemont House. The tours are offered daily, providing a chance to hear…
PHOTOS: Harvest Home Dairy Farm cows visit UK
University of Kentucky Hospitality hosts ‘Over the Moon’ event, allowing students to pet cows from Harvest Home Dairy Farm on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, outside of The 90 in Lexington, Ky.
VIDEO: Latino Student Union steps up for Hispanic Heritage Month
There has been a large decrease in events for Hispanic Heritage Month on the University of Kentucky’s campus. However, for the Latino Student Union, this situation won’t stop them from celebrating their culture.
VIDEO: Basketball returns to the bluegrass at Big Blue Madness
The Kentucky men’s and women’s basketball teams were introduced at Big Blue Madness alongside Kentucky legend Karl-Anthony Towns on Friday, Oct. 2 at Rupp Arena. Both teams participated in drills and contests to tip off basketball season at the University of Kentucky.
PHOTOS: Kentucky basketball hosts Big Blue Madness
Kentucky men’s and women’s basketball participated in challenges and played against their teammates in front of a sold out crowd during Big Blue Madness on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky.