Fulton, MI

Michigan

Fulton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 189. Residents earn $43,667 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 394/sq mi density
$43,667 Median Income $26,347 per capita
$71,300 Home Value $250,841 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,667 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,667
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,667
Per Capita$26,347
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$77M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,841

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute22 min
Broadband80.0%

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, 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 $43,667, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.8% 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 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fulton has a population of 189 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $43,667, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.6% 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$43,667
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,347
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,841.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,841

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate9.26%
In Fulton, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates47.2992°N, 88.3608°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density394/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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