Fulton, IN

Indiana

Fulton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 270. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
270 Population 1,421/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $27,296 per capita
$77,100 Home Value $111,334 Zillow
$771 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $771/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.1%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,421/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$27,296
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,960M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,334
Rent Burden20.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation783 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.1%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.84

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. 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 $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fulton has a population of 270 with a density of 1,421 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

270
Total Population
1,421
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,296
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$55,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)738
County GDP$1,960M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare65
Retail108
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,334.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,334

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$689
1 Bedroom$733
2 Bedrooms$962
3 Bedrooms$1,153
4 Bedrooms$1,274

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Fulton, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,871/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Fulton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation783 ft (239 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Coordinates40.9463°N, 86.2642°W
County FIPS18017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.1%
97% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.84
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants74
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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