Fulton, MS

Mississippi

Fulton is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 4,511. Residents earn $56,620 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,511 Population 531/sq mi density
$56,620 Median Income $25,104 per capita
$140,300 Home Value $152,590 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
50 Violent Crime/100K 1,670 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,620 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,300 home value, $738/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,620
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,300
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,511
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density531/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,620
Per Capita$25,104
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$733M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,300
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,590

Crime

F
Violent50/100K
Property1,670/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary224/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Elevation326 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+87.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 10%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

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 low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $56,620, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fulton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fulton has a population of 4,511 with a density of 531 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.4%), with 17.8% Black.

Population

4,511
Total Population
531
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $56,620, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,620
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,104
Avg Weekly Wage$820
IRS Avg AGI$57,332

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)406
County GDP$733M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare37
Retail78
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $140,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,590.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,300
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,590
Median List Price$269,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,950
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Fulton, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death10,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities37
Fulton has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,670 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.9/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape24.9/100K
Robbery24.9/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,670.4/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary224.4/100K
Theft1,446.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation326 ft (99 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density531/sq mi
Coordinates34.2629°N, 88.4019°W
County FIPS28057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.7%
D 9.7%

Winner: Republican by 80 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score4.42
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density531/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants39
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

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