Fulton, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Clinton County County
Fulton, IL
At a Glance
How Fulton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fulton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fulton residents earn a median household income of $42,452 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,584. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,498 business establishments, including 117 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fulton is $124,400 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,493. Median rent is $956/month, with 36.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Fulton reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,694/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Fulton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches.