Fulton, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Fulton is a small city in Maryland with a population of 5,946. Residents earn $240,219 per year, which is 220% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,946 Population 1,569/sq mi density
$240,219 Median Income $109,621 per capita
$847,700 Home Value $973,099 Zillow
$3,052 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$240,219 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$847,700 home value, $3,052/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $240,219
220% higher than US avg
Home Value $847,700
201% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.9%
155% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,052
162% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,946
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,569/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$240,219
Per Capita$109,621
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$37,130M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$847,700
Rent$3,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$973,099

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation436 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 69%
Commute28 min
EV Stations6
Libraries7

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Fulton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fulton is $240,219, which is significantly higher than the national average — 220% above $75,149. This places Fulton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $847,700, making it a premium housing market at 201% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,052 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Fulton is a highly educated community — 85.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fulton has a population of 5,946 with a density of 1,569 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 10.5% Black.

Population

5,946
Total Population
1,569
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.2%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.8%
55% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $240,219, which is 220% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$240,219
220% above US avg
Per Capita Income$109,621
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$131,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,342
County GDP$37,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants703
Healthcare1,202
Retail822
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $847,700, 201% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,052 (162% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $973,099.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$847,700
201% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$973,099
Median List Price$924,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$924,990
$/Sq Ft$248
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,052
162% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Rate0.97%
In Fulton, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 11.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma8.5%
COPD2.6%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity11.8%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress11.2%
Physical Distress7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death4,573/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access98.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,202

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Fulton has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density1,569/sq mi
Coordinates39.1531°N, 76.9116°W
County FIPS24027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 85.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (155% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.4%
D 69.1%

Winner: Democrat by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.9%
155% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,569/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,202
Restaurants703
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home31.3%

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