Fulton County, Arkansas Demographics 2026
Fulton County, Arkansas has a population of 12,302, the 56th most populous county in Arkansas. The median household income is $42,241 and the median home value is $113,800. The poverty rate is 18.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fulton County Quick Facts
How Fulton County Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,239 | 12,302 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $38,941 | $42,241 | +8.5% |
| Median home value | $107,200 | $113,800 | +6.2% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Fulton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | 1,620 | $40,833 | 29.1% | $105,900 |
| Mammoth Spring | 1,226 | $32,863 | 34.3% | $103,000 |
| Viola | 384 | $41,250 | 16.9% | $107,200 |
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Population Overview
Fulton County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 12,302. It is the 56th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fulton County is 47.6 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. 11.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fulton County is $42,241. This is 30% lower than the state median of $60,773. It is also 48% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.0%. This is 13% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $113,800. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Fulton County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fulton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.9%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 14.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Fulton County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Arkansas and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fulton County, Arkansas?
Fulton County has a population of 12,302, making it the 56th most populous county in Arkansas.
What is the median income in Fulton County?
The median household income in Fulton County is $42,241 with a poverty rate of 18.0%.
How many cities are in Fulton County, Arkansas?
Fulton County contains 3 Census-designated places.