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
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $576M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,380 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fulton is $61,700, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).
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 Burden | 17.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,380 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.48% |
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
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.3% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,559/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
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 Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 848 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 637/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0098°N, 94.7197°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20107 |