Fulton, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Fulton is a small town in Kansas with a population of 121. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
121 Population 637/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $24,965 per capita
$61,700 Home Value
$813 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,700 home value, $813/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population121
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density637/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$24,965
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$576M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,700
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation848 ft (258 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries6

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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% 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 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Fulton has a population of 121 with a density of 637 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.2%), with 26.4% Hispanic.

Population

121
Total Population
637
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,965
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$58,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$576M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare12
Retail35
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,380
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $61,700, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,700
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,380
3% below US avg
Effective Rate5.48%
In Fulton, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death13,559/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities12
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation848 ft (258 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density637/sq mi
Coordinates38.0098°N, 94.7197°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20107
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density637/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone95.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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