Fulton County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Fulton County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 12,239. It is the 56th most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fulton County is 48.6 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 11.7% 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 $38,941. This is 34% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 50% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $107,200. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $175,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, 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 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 8.8%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.7%.