Fulton, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Itawamba County County
Fulton, MS
At a Glance
How Fulton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fulton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fulton residents earn a median household income of $56,620 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,104. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 406 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fulton is $140,300 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,487. Median rent is $738/month, with 27.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Fulton reports 154 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,631/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Fulton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 61.5 inches.