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Fulton, MO

Missouri

Fulton is a small city in Missouri with a population of 12,611. Residents earn $55,015 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,611 Population 1,023/sq mi density
$55,015 Median Income $24,004 per capita
$144,500 Home Value $238,190 Zillow
$831 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 263 sunny days/yr
337 Violent Crime/100K 3,089 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,015 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,500 home value, $831/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
337 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,015
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,500
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 337/100K
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,611
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,023/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,015
Per Capita$24,004
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty8.5%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,500
Rent$831
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,190
Housing Units3,920
Rent Burden25.9%

Crime

F
Violent337/100K
Property3,089/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault219/100K
Burglary400/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking19.5%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+9.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband87.3%
EV Stations1

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $55,015, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $144,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fulton is below the national average at 337 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,089 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fulton has a population of 12,611 with a density of 1,023 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.8% female and 55.2% male. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 6.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,611
Total Population
1,023
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $55,015, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,004 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,015
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $144,500, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,190, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 3,920 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,500
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,190
Median List Price$229,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,900
$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,141
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.9%
Housing Units3,920
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

In Fulton, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 36.0% have high blood pressure. 19.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits55.6%

Food & Exercise

Fulton has a violent crime rate of 337 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 219.5 per 100,000, robbery at 70.6, rape at 47.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,089 per 100,000, 58% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,587, burglary at 400, vehicle theft at 102 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Fulton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent337.1/100K
11% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape47.0/100K
Robbery70.6/100K
Assault219.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,088.5/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary399.8/100K
Theft2,586.8/100K
Vehicle Theft101.9/100K
Arson7.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²)
Population Density1,023/sq mi
Coordinates38.8467°N, 91.9480°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in

Fulton has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.6").

24.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+9.4%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,023/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Fulton

What is the population of Fulton?

Fulton has a population of 12,611 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,023 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.8% female and 55.2% male.

Is Fulton expensive to live in?

Fulton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,015, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $144,500 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fulton safe?

Fulton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 337 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,089 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fulton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fulton?

Fulton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Fulton?

Fulton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fulton?

The median home value in Fulton is $144,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,190. For renters, the median monthly rent is $831. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Fulton?

Schools in Fulton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.3% of adults in Fulton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fulton?

The obesity rate in Fulton is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.5% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Fulton?

The average commute in Fulton is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fulton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fulton is 86.7% White, 6.3% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

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