Fulton, AL

Alabama

Fulton is a small town in Alabama with a population of 417. Residents earn $59,038 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
417 Population 170/sq mi density
$59,038 Median Income $22,480 per capita
$113,600 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,038 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,600 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,038
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

How Fulton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population417
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,038
Per Capita$22,480
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$1,130M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.9 in/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+94.9%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute14 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries3

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fulton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fulton is $59,038, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $113,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fulton has a population of 417 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70%), with 30% Black.

Population

417
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $59,038, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,038
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,480
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$56,349

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)730
County GDP$1,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare53
Retail128
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $113,600, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,600
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,289
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Fulton, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fulton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death16,382/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities53
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.9 inches
50% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates31.7910°N, 87.7442°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants57
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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