Fulton, IL

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3,519
TOTAL POPULATION
1,699
MALE POPULATION
1,820
FEMALE POPULATION
93.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,241
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,758
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,292
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$3,837
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,558
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fulton Zip Codes

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Race in Fulton

The most populous races in Fulton are White / Caucasian (3,447 | 98.0%), Two or more Races (40 | 1.1%), and Black / African American (19 | 0.5%).
Race in Fulton
Race# Population% Population
Asian130.4%
Black / African American190.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino120.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,44798.0%
Two or more Races401.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,519100.0%

Ancestry in Fulton

The most populous ancestries reported in Fulton are German (775 | 22.0%), Dutch (744 | 21.1%), American (668 | 19.0%), Irish (666 | 18.9%), and English (358 | 10.2%), together accounting for 91.2% of all Fulton residents.
Ancestry in Fulton
Ancestry# Population% Population
African60.2%
American66819.0%
Austrian60.2%
Belgian361.0%
Belizean130.4%
British170.5%
Cherokee140.4%
Chickasaw60.2%
Czech150.4%
Danish110.3%
Dutch74421.1%
English35810.2%
European290.8%
French571.6%
German77522.0%
Hungarian180.5%
Irish66618.9%
Italian681.9%
Lithuanian60.2%
Navajo60.2%
Norwegian591.7%
Pennsylvania German110.3%
Polish1223.5%
Portuguese521.5%
Scotch-Irish180.5%
Scottish471.3%
Sioux20.1%
Slovak80.2%
Subsaharan African60.2%
Swedish80.2%
Thai130.4%
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Immigrants in Fulton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fulton came from Eastern Europe (28 | 0.8%), Europe (28 | 0.8%), Poland (28 | 0.8%), Asia (13 | 0.4%), and India (13 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.1% of all Fulton residents.
Immigrants in Fulton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia130.4%
Eastern Europe280.8%
Europe280.8%
India130.4%
Poland280.8%
South Central Asia130.4%
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Sex and Age in Fulton

Sex and Age in Fulton

The most populous age groups in Fulton are 5 to 9 Years (175 | 10.3%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (252 | 13.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fulton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years98 (5.8%)113 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years175 (10.3%)77 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Years72 (4.2%)63 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years88 (5.2%)76 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Years39 (2.3%)5 (0.3%)
25 to 29 Years96 (5.7%)161 (8.8%)
30 to 34 Years131 (7.7%)114 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years126 (7.4%)114 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years93 (5.5%)41 (2.2%)
45 to 49 Years125 (7.4%)86 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years69 (4.1%)164 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years151 (8.9%)78 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years111 (6.5%)242 (13.3%)
65 to 69 Years94 (5.5%)98 (5.4%)
70 to 74 Years87 (5.1%)252 (13.9%)
75 to 79 Years101 (5.9%)71 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years21 (1.2%)40 (2.2%)
85 Years and over22 (1.3%)25 (1.4%)
Total1,699 (100.0%)1,820 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fulton

Median Family Size in Fulton

The median family size in Fulton is 2.85 persons per family, with single female/mother families (159 | 17.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (90 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.18 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fulton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple652 (72.4%)2.90
Single Male/Father90 (10.0%)2.18
Single Female/Mother159 (17.6%)2.99
Total Families901 (100.0%)2.85

Median Household Size in Fulton

The median household size in Fulton is 2.13 persons per household, with single female/mother households (159 | 9.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.11 persons per household. non-family households (733 | 44.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fulton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple652 (39.9%)2.93
Single Male/Father90 (5.5%)2.42
Single Female/Mother159 (9.7%)3.11
Non-family733 (44.9%)1.17
Total Households1,634 (100.0%)2.13

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fulton

Out of a total of 1,634 households in Fulton, 901 (55.1%) are family households, while 733 (44.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 477, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 612.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fulton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-612 (37.4%)
2-Person Households477 (29.2%)108 (6.6%)
3-Person Households198 (12.1%)13 (0.8%)
4-Person Households129 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households70 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households10 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total901 (55.1%)733 (44.9%)

Female Fertility in Fulton

Fertility by Age in Fulton

Average fertility rate in Fulton is 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 207.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fulton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years58 (100.0%)207.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total58 (100.0%)92.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fulton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fulton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fulton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fulton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma14 (24.1%)59.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree44 (75.9%)370.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total58 (100.0%)92.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fulton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fulton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fulton

Income Overview in Fulton

Per Capita Income in Fulton is $38,241, while median incomes of families and households are $76,758 and $47,292 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,519$38,241
Median Family Income901$76,758
Mean Family Income901$100,132
Median Household Income1,634$47,292
Mean Household Income1,634$78,776
Income Deficit901$3,837
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,51952.79%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,51947.21¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,5190.49

Earnings by Sex in Fulton

Average Earnings in Fulton are $37,827, $52,202 for men and $24,644 for women, a difference of 52.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Fulton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male824 (50.8%)$52,202
Female797 (49.2%)$24,644
Total1,621 (100.0%)$37,827

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fulton

The most common earnings brackets in Fulton are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (190 | 23.1%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (123 | 15.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fulton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less32 (3.9%)38 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99933 (4.0%)18 (2.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)4 (0.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)38 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49919 (2.3%)74 (9.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (0.9%)19 (2.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.1%)33 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99911 (1.3%)41 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49940 (4.9%)28 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99922 (2.7%)123 (15.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99928 (3.4%)32 (4.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99929 (3.5%)52 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99965 (7.9%)72 (9.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (1.8%)24 (3.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99965 (7.9%)38 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99947 (5.7%)29 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99970 (8.5%)37 (4.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99913 (1.6%)10 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999190 (23.1%)45 (5.7%)
$100,000+129 (15.7%)42 (5.3%)
Total824 (100.0%)797 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fulton

Average earnings in Fulton are $58,750 for men and $25,063 for women, a difference of 57.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $96,094, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $44,333. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,500, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,738.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fulton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,333$23,738
College or Associate's Degree$76,685$30,147
Bachelor's Degree$82,586$58,500
Graduate Degree$96,094$0
Total$58,750$25,063

Family Income in Fulton

Family Income Brackets in Fulton

According to the Fulton family income data, there are 198 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.0% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fulton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00060.7%
$10,000 to $14,999556.1%
$15,000 to $24,9999510.5%
$25,000 to $34,999141.6%
$35,000 to $49,99914716.3%
$50,000 to $74,99911112.3%
$75,000 to $99,99911412.7%
$100,000 to $149,99919822.0%
$150,000 to $199,999637.0%
$200,000+9810.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fulton

5-person families (64 | 7.1%) account for the highest median family income in Fulton with $130,781 per family, while 3-person families (217 | 24.1%) have the highest median income of $36,098 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fulton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families490 (54.4%)$48,333
3-Person Families217 (24.1%)$108,295
4-Person Families103 (11.4%)$128,594
5-Person Families64 (7.1%)$130,781
6-Person Families17 (1.9%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (1.1%)$0
Total901 (100.0%)$76,758

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fulton

The median family income in Fulton is $76,758, with families comprising 3+ earners (103) having the highest median family income of $200,821, while families with no earners (259) have the lowest median family income of $37,986, accounting for 11.4% and 28.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fulton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners259 (28.7%)$37,986
1 Earner306 (34.0%)$55,313
2 Earners233 (25.9%)$127,594
3+ Earners103 (11.4%)$200,821
Total901 (100.0%)$76,758

Household Income in Fulton

Household Income Brackets in Fulton

With 297 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Fulton, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 54 households (3.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fulton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000825.0%
$10,000 to $14,999543.3%
$15,000 to $24,99919311.8%
$25,000 to $34,99929718.2%
$35,000 to $49,99923014.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991418.6%
$75,000 to $99,99916810.3%
$100,000 to $149,99927516.8%
$150,000 to $199,999905.5%
$200,000+1056.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fulton

The median household income in Fulton is $47,292, with the highest median household income of $75,872 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 484 households (29.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,534, with 27 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fulton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years27 (1.7%)$21,534
25 to 44 Years484 (29.6%)$75,872
45 to 64 Years554 (33.9%)$58,889
65+ Years569 (34.8%)$37,790
Total1,634 (100.0%)$47,292

Poverty in Fulton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fulton

With 11.3% poverty level for males and 16.9% for females among the residents of Fulton, 75 year old and over males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 65 males (45.1%) and 15 females (71.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fulton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (20.0%)28 (26.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (71.4%)
6 to 11 Years13 (6.6%)11 (15.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years14 (25.5%)9 (33.3%)
18 to 24 Years17 (32.7%)5 (9.3%)
25 to 34 Years11 (5.0%)60 (21.8%)
35 to 44 Years10 (4.6%)31 (20.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)17 (6.8%)
55 to 64 Years31 (12.2%)18 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.3%)89 (25.4%)
75 Years and over65 (45.1%)20 (15.5%)
Total188 (11.3%)303 (16.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fulton

According to the poverty statistics in Fulton, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fulton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years72 (80.0%)79 (73.8%)
5 Years20 (100.0%)6 (28.6%)
6 to 11 Years183 (93.4%)62 (84.9%)
12 to 14 Years31 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)
15 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years41 (74.6%)18 (66.7%)
18 to 24 Years35 (67.3%)49 (90.7%)
25 to 34 Years208 (95.0%)215 (78.2%)
35 to 44 Years209 (95.4%)124 (80.0%)
45 to 54 Years194 (100.0%)233 (93.2%)
55 to 64 Years222 (87.7%)293 (94.2%)
65 to 74 Years162 (94.7%)261 (74.6%)
75 Years and over79 (54.9%)109 (84.5%)
Total1,476 (88.7%)1,495 (83.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fulton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fulton show that 14.9% or 97 of the total 652 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fulton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children348 (80.7%)83 (19.3%)
1 or 2 Children162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children45 (83.3%)9 (16.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total555 (85.1%)97 (14.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fulton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fulton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (8.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)15 (20.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)22 (13.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fulton

The poverty data for Fulton shows that 97 of the married-couple family households (14.9%) and 22 of the single-parent households (8.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (16.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fulton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children83 (19.3%)7 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)15 (16.0%)
3 or 4 Children9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (14.9%)22 (8.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Fulton

Employment by Class of Employer in Fulton

Among the 1,497 employed individuals in Fulton, private company employees (1,199 | 80.1%), not-for-profit organizations (123 | 8.2%), and self-employed (incorporated) (45 | 3.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fulton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,19980.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)453.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)332.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1238.2%
Local Government Employees412.7%
State Government Employees110.7%
Federal Government Employees453.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,497100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fulton

According to the labor force statistics for Fulton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,901), 53.7% or 1,558 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 55 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 98.0% or 240 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.8% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fulton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years61 (42.4%)20 (32.8%)
20 to 24 Years39 (88.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years189 (73.5%)20 (10.6%)
30 to 34 Years240 (98.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years270 (72.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years318 (71.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years140 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years214 (60.6%)15 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years78 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,558 (53.7%)55 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fulton

According to labor force statistics for Fulton, 72.1% of individuals (1,371) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,902) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 36 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.9% or 317 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 33.3% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fulton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School60 (24.2%)83 (33.3%)
High School Diploma505 (70.0%)22 (3.0%)
College / Associate Degree489 (83.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher317 (91.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,371 (72.1%)49 (2.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fulton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fulton are Community & Social Service (101 | 6.7%), Business & Financial (70 | 4.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (66 | 4.4%), Management (61 | 4.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (40 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fulton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fulton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.9%), Education Instruction & Library (92.5%), and Health Technologists (55.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fulton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management31 (50.8%)30 (49.2%)
Business & Financial56 (80.0%)14 (20.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 50 (49.5%)51 (50.5%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (56.2%)14 (43.8%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (7.5%)37 (92.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (6.1%)62 (93.9%)
Health Technologists4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Total (Category)178 (53.1%)157 (46.9%)
Total (Overall)805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fulton are Food Preparation & Serving (60 | 4.0%), Healthcare Support (43 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (39 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (26 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (12 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Fulton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fulton, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (30.8%), Personal Care & Service (28.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (20.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fulton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving12 (20.0%)48 (80.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Personal Care & Service11 (28.2%)28 (71.8%)
Total (Category)31 (17.2%)149 (82.8%)
Total (Overall)805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fulton are Office & Administration (338 | 22.5%), and Sales & Related (158 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fulton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fulton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related57 (36.1%)101 (63.9%)
Office & Administration101 (29.9%)237 (70.1%)
Total (Category)158 (31.9%)338 (68.1%)
Total (Overall)805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fulton are Construction & Extraction (102 | 6.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (40 | 2.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fulton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fulton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fulton are Production (258 | 17.2%), Material Moving (85 | 5.7%), and Transportation (7 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fulton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fulton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production217 (84.1%)41 (15.9%)
Transportation7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving72 (84.7%)13 (15.3%)
Total (Category)296 (84.6%)54 (15.4%)
Total (Overall)805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fulton

Employment Industries in Fulton

The major employment industries in Fulton include Manufacturing (435 | 28.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (193 | 12.8%), Retail Trade (162 | 10.8%), Administrative & Support (124 | 8.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (78 | 5.2%).
Employment Industries in Fulton

Employment Industries by Sex in Fulton

The Fulton industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (97.9%), and Finance & Insurance (84.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fulton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction52 (86.7%)8 (13.3%)
Manufacturing356 (81.8%)79 (18.2%)
Wholesale Trade45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade52 (32.1%)110 (67.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Finance & Insurance8 (15.7%)43 (84.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)124 (100.0%)
Educational Services23 (31.1%)51 (68.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (2.1%)189 (97.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation38 (62.3%)23 (37.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services12 (22.6%)41 (77.4%)
Public Administration16 (43.2%)21 (56.8%)
Total805 (53.6%)698 (46.4%)

Education in Fulton

School Enrollment in Fulton

The most common levels of schooling among the 579 students in Fulton are elementary school (220 | 38.0%), high school (148 | 25.6%), and middle school (100 | 17.3%).
School Enrollment in Fulton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool427.2%
Kindergarten264.5%
Elementary School22038.0%
Middle School10017.3%
High School14825.6%
College / Undergraduate437.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total579100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fulton

Out of a total of 579 students who are enrolled in schools in Fulton, 87 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 492 (85.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (27.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 24 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fulton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old212 (84.1%)40 (15.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds108 (83.7%)21 (16.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds69 (72.6%)26 (27.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total492 (85.0%)87 (15.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fulton

Business (102 | 23.8%), education (67 | 15.7%), liberal arts & history (62 | 14.5%), psychology (48 | 11.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (40 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 428 individuals in Fulton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fulton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics194.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural409.3%
Physical & Health Sciences235.4%
Psychology4811.2%
Social Sciences51.2%
Engineering81.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology225.1%
Business10223.8%
Education6715.7%
Literature & Languages81.9%
Liberal Arts & History6214.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications81.9%
Arts & Humanities163.7%
Total428100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fulton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fulton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fulton are males with 2 vehicles (379, accounting for 47.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (301, making up 54.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fulton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle22 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle154 (19.1%)267 (38.6%)
2 Vehicles379 (47.1%)301 (43.5%)
3 Vehicles198 (24.6%)96 (13.9%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles52 (6.5%)28 (4.1%)
Total805 (100.0%)692 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fulton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fulton are 10 to 14 minutes (452 commuters, 32.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (245 commuters, 17.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (220 commuters, 15.6%).
Commute Time in Fulton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes533.8%
5 to 9 Minutes18313.0%
10 to 14 Minutes45232.0%
15 to 19 Minutes24517.4%
20 to 24 Minutes22015.6%
25 to 29 Minutes443.1%
30 to 34 Minutes463.3%
35 to 39 Minutes181.3%
40 to 44 Minutes80.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1379.7%
60 to 89 Minutes50.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Fulton

The most common commute times in Fulton are 20 to 24 minutes (209 commuters, 26.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (279 commuters, 44.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fulton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes11 (1.4%)42 (6.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes110 (14.0%)73 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes173 (22.0%)279 (44.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes87 (11.1%)158 (25.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes209 (26.6%)11 (1.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes31 (3.9%)13 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes21 (2.7%)25 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes114 (14.5%)23 (3.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fulton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fulton are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (165, 21.0%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (185, 29.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fulton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM21 (2.7%)28 (4.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM95 (12.1%)5 (0.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM165 (21.0%)21 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM111 (14.1%)38 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11 (1.4%)185 (29.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM101 (12.8%)60 (9.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM60 (7.6%)99 (15.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM19 (2.4%)86 (13.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (2.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM13 (1.7%)30 (4.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM11 (1.4%)7 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM15 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM26 (3.3%)41 (6.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM139 (17.7%)6 (1.0%)
Total787 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fulton

Occupancy by Ownership in Fulton

Of the total 1,634 dwellings in Fulton, owner-occupied units account for 1,170 (71.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 464 (28.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fulton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,17071.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units46428.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,634100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fulton

Occupancy by Household Size in Fulton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household61237.4%
2-Person Household58535.8%
3-Person Household21112.9%
4+ Person Household22613.8%
Total Housing Units1,634100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fulton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fulton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household322 (52.6%)290 (47.4%)
2-Person Household520 (88.9%)65 (11.1%)
3-Person Household171 (81.0%)40 (19.0%)
4+ Person Household157 (69.5%)69 (30.5%)
Total Housing Units1,170 (71.6%)464 (28.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fulton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fulton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School101 (64.7%)55 (35.3%)
High School Diploma463 (66.0%)238 (34.0%)
College/Associate Degree454 (75.5%)147 (24.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher152 (86.4%)24 (13.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fulton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fulton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years32319.8%
35 to 44 Years18811.5%
45 to 54 Years23114.1%
55 to 64 Years32319.8%
65 to 74 Years40424.7%
75 to 84 Years1308.0%
85 Years and Over352.1%
Total1,634100.0%

Housing Finances in Fulton

Median Income by Occupancy in Fulton

Median Income by Occupancy in Fulton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,170 (71.6%)$71,574
Renter-Occupied464 (28.4%)$33,822
Average1,634 (100.0%)$47,292

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fulton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fulton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (1.2%)51 (11.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99954 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99971 (6.1%)41 (8.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99949 (4.2%)31 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999132 (11.3%)166 (35.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999155 (13.3%)76 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999113 (9.7%)27 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999148 (12.7%)20 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999234 (20.0%)40 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more183 (15.6%)12 (2.6%)
Total1,170 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fulton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fulton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30047 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499251 (21.4%)9 (1.9%)
$500 to $799248 (21.2%)176 (37.9%)
$800 to $999194 (16.6%)183 (39.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499255 (21.8%)78 (16.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999143 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49924 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9998 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,170 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fulton

Housing Structures in Fulton

Housing Structures in Fulton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,26277.2%
Single Unit, Attached613.7%
2 Unit Apartments110.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments684.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments774.7%
10 or more Apartments271.7%
Mobile Home / Other1287.8%
Total1,634100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fulton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fulton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached964 (76.4%)298 (23.6%)
Single Unit, Attached61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7 (10.3%)61 (89.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments35 (45.5%)42 (54.5%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other92 (71.9%)36 (28.1%)
Total1,170 (71.6%)464 (28.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fulton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fulton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room21 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms50 (4.3%)61 (13.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms365 (31.2%)306 (65.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms468 (40.0%)97 (20.9%)
8 or more Rooms266 (22.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,170 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fulton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fulton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,021 (87.3%)381 (82.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas22 (1.9%)6 (1.3%)
Electricity127 (10.8%)77 (16.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,170 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fulton

Household Vehicle Usage in Fulton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle40 (3.4%)9 (1.9%)
1 Vehicle413 (35.3%)358 (77.2%)
2 Vehicles526 (45.0%)97 (20.9%)
3 or more Vehicles191 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,170 (100.0%)464 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fulton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fulton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units527643
Median Property Value$119,400$114,600
Median Household Income$34,608$100
Monthly Housing Costs$477$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,875$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fulton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fulton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00048 (9.1%)16 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999100 (19.0%)227 (35.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999311 (59.0%)385 (59.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99929 (5.5%)15 (2.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99930 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more9 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total527 (100.0%)643 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fulton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fulton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (2.7%)8 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $24,999137 (26.0%)17 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999123 (23.3%)37 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99991 (17.3%)9 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (1.5%)64 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (6.3%)105 (16.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99938 (7.2%)115 (17.9%)
$150,000 or more83 (15.8%)196 (30.5%)
Total527 (100.0%)643 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fulton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fulton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x158 (30.0%)83,942 (13,054.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x83 (15.8%)487 (75.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x98 (18.6%)73 (11.4%)
4.0x or more180 (34.2%)15 (2.3%)
Total527 (100.0%)643 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fulton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fulton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80074 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49979 (15.0%)18 (2.8%)
$800 to $1,499327 (62.1%)73 (11.4%)
Total527 (100.0%)643 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fulton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fulton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fulton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years463 (95.7%)21 (4.3%)
19 to 25 Years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years423 (92.4%)35 (7.6%)
35 to 44 Years348 (93.0%)26 (7.0%)
45 to 54 Years444 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years545 (96.6%)19 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years503 (96.6%)18 (3.5%)
75 Years and older273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,357 (96.6%)119 (3.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fulton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fulton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen463 (95.7%)21 (4.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fulton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fulton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000462 (92.6%)37 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999816 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999290 (95.7%)13 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999475 (93.3%)34 (6.7%)
$100,000 and over1,314 (97.4%)35 (2.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fulton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fulton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 699 (39.3%)199 (79.0%)
6 to 18 Years133 (27.5%)357 (73.8%)
19 to 25 Years24 (22.6%)100 (94.3%)
25 to 34 Years69 (15.1%)360 (78.6%)
35 to 44 Years135 (36.1%)248 (66.3%)
45 to 54 Years76 (17.1%)368 (82.9%)
55 to 64 Years90 (16.0%)477 (84.6%)
65 to 74 Years503 (96.6%)268 (51.4%)
75 Years and over273 (100.0%)207 (75.8%)
Total1,402 (40.3%)2,584 (74.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fulton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fulton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (15.1%)50 (15.2%)
35 to 64 Years132 (19.8%)112 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years70 (40.9%)52 (14.9%)
75 Years and over84 (58.3%)16 (12.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fulton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fulton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years35 (12.9%)14 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.3%)17 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years70 (40.9%)31 (8.9%)
75 Years and over34 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fulton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years41 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (4.5%)56 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years35 (20.5%)14 (4.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fulton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.2%)36 (10.9%)
35 to 64 Years64 (9.6%)51 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years42 (24.6%)21 (6.0%)
75 Years and over18 (12.5%)16 (12.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fulton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (5.7%)58 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years63 (36.8%)14 (4.0%)
75 Years and over68 (47.2%)9 (7.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fulton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (12.3%)14 (4.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (7.0%)

Technology Access in Fulton

Computing Device Access in Fulton

Computing Device Access in Fulton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,10267.4%
Smartphone1,25276.6%
Tablet82350.4%
No Computing Device24915.2%
Total1,634100.0%

Internet Access in Fulton

Internet Access in Fulton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,05664.6%
Cellular Data Only22013.5%
Satellite Internet734.5%
No Internet29518.0%
Total1,634100.0%

Fulton Summary

Fulton, Illinois is a city located in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States. The population was 3,853 at the 2010 census, up from 3,619 in 2000. It is the county seat of Whiteside County.

History

Fulton was founded in 1854 by William Waddams, a local landowner. The city was named after Robert Fulton, the inventor of the steamboat. The city was incorporated in 1857.
In the late 19th century, Fulton was a major center of the lumber industry. The city was home to several sawmills and planing mills, as well as a large number of lumber yards. The city was also home to a number of other industries, including a brickyard, a flour mill, a brewery, and a canning factory.

Geography

Fulton is located at 41°55'25" North, 89°59'45" West (41.923750, -89.995833). According to the 2010 census, Fulton has a total area of 2.45 square miles (6.33 km2), all land.

Economy

Fulton's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural businesses, including a grain elevator, a feed mill, and a dairy. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer, a metal fabricator, and a machine shop.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 3,853 people, 1,541 households, and 990 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,569.2 people per square mile (606.2/km2). There were 1,717 housing units at an average density of 699.4 per square mile (270.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 1,541 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,938. Males had a median income of $37,917 versus $25,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 5.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.7% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fulton?
Total Population of Fulton is 3,519.
What is the Total Male Population of Fulton?
Total Male Population of Fulton is 1,699.
What is the Total Female Population of Fulton?
Total Female Population of Fulton is 1,820.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fulton?
There are 93.35 Males per 100 Females in Fulton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fulton?
There are 107.12 Females per 100 Males in Fulton.
What is the Median Population Age in Fulton?
Median Population Age in Fulton is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fulton
Average Family Size in Fulton is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fulton
Average Household Size in Fulton is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fulton?
Per Capita income in Fulton is $38,241.
What is the Median Family Income in Fulton?
Median Family Income in Fulton is $76,758.
What is the Median Household income in Fulton?
Median Household Income in Fulton is $47,292.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fulton?
Income or Wage Gap in Fulton is 52.8%.
Women in Fulton earn 47.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Fulton?
Family Income Deficit in Fulton is $3,837.
Families that are below poverty line in Fulton earn $3,837 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fulton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fulton is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fulton?
There are 1,558 People in the Labor Forcein in Fulton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fulton?
53.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Fulton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fulton?
Unemployment Rate in Fulton is 3.5%.