Fulton, TX

Texas

Fulton is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,002. Residents earn $54,007 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,002 Population 711/sq mi density
$54,007 Median Income $52,754 per capita
$78,700 Home Value
$1,136 Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
484 Violent Crime/100K 4,147 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,007 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,700 home value, $1,136/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
484 violent crimes/100K (27% above avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,007
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,700
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 484/100K
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,136
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,002
Median Age67.4 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,007
Per Capita$52,754
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$484M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,700
Rent$1,136
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent484/100K
Property4,147/100K
Murder69.1/100K
Assault346/100K
Burglary1,590/100K

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Fulton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fulton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, 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 $54,007, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fulton is $78,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 484 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,147 per 100,000, 112% above the national average.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fulton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fulton has a population of 1,002 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 67.4 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 11.8% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

1,002
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
67.4yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.8%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.2%
58% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fulton is $54,007, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Fulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,007
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,754
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$59,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)206
County GDP$484M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare7
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Fulton is $78,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,136 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,700
72% below US avg
Median List Price$414,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$414,450
$/Sq Ft$241
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops21.6%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,136
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Fulton, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death11,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access12.5%
Healthcare Facilities7
Fulton has a violent crime rate of 484 per 100,000 residents, 27% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,147 per 100,000 (112% above US avg). The murder rate is 69.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent483.8/100K
27% above US avg
Murder69.1/100K
997% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery69.1/100K
Assault345.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,146.5/100K
112% above US avg
Burglary1,589.5/100K
Theft2,280.6/100K
Vehicle Theft276.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fulton has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates28.0724°N, 97.0389°W
County FIPS48391
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants21
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home20.9%

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