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
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
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 502 |
| County GDP | $1,323M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 73 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,413 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.12% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.1% |
| Public Transit | 3.9% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fulton is $126,700, 55% below the national average.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,413 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.12% |
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
| Obesity | 46.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.3% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.7% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,967/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
Crime Rates: Fulton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.7 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 861/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6126°N, 93.8138°W |
| County FIPS | 05057 |