Fulton, AR

Arkansas

Fulton is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 155. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
155 Population 861/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $24,932 per capita
$126,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$126,700 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,700
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.2%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$24,932
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,323M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation259 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+71.4%
School Score6.27

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries1

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. 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 $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $126,700, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fulton has a population of 155 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (53.5%), with 46.5% White.

Population

155
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.1%
Female 61.9%

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 $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,932
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$47,089

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare52
Retail73
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $126,700, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,700
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$630
1 Bedroom$746
2 Bedrooms$880
3 Bedrooms$1,145
4 Bedrooms$1,321

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Fulton, 46.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.2%
44% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death11,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities52

Crime Rates: Fulton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Fulton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates33.6126°N, 93.8138°W
County FIPS05057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+71.4%
School Test Score6.27
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants34
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home0.0%

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