Fulton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Fulton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 357. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
357 Population 2,231/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $26,961 per capita
$141,200 Home Value $189,705 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,200 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density2,231/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$26,961
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$910M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,200
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,705
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+78.5%
School Score6.50

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband86.2%
Libraries5

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include 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 $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $141,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fulton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fulton has a population of 357 with a density of 2,231 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

357
Total Population
2,231
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,961
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$66,963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)573
County GDP$910M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare34
Retail56
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $141,200, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,705.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,200
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,705

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$820
2 Bedrooms$1,076
3 Bedrooms$1,380
4 Bedrooms$1,454

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,175
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Fulton, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death9,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access31.0%
Healthcare Facilities34
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,112 ft (339 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Coordinates40.4631°N, 82.8285°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+78.5%
School Test Score6.50
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,231/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants32
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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