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
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 19.6% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 85 |
| County GDP | $77M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,600 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.3% |
The median home value in Fulton is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,841.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,600 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.26% |
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
| Obesity | 34.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,845/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.7% |
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 Average | 40.7°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2992°N, 88.3608°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26083 |