Lafayette County Information

Summary

Located in North Central Florida, Lafayette County is one of the state's least populated counties, with about 9,000 residents. The county is primarily rural and the economy is mainly agricultural. The county seat is Mayo.

History

Lafayette County was established in 1856 and is named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French hero of the American Revolutionary War.

Natural Disasters

Being inland, Lafayette County is less vulnerable to hurricanes but is at risk for flooding and tornadoes.

Statistics for 2020

  • Population: 9,048
  • Area: 548 square miles
  • Median Income: $43,051