Fulton town, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fulton town, Indiana Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.5x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Fulton town, Indiana has a total population of 270, the 646th largest city in Indiana, with a median household income of $52,917, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

Key Takeaways

Only 1.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Fulton town Quick Facts

Population 270

Median Household Income $52,917

Median Home Value $77,100

Poverty Rate 9.3%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 38.8 years

Homeownership Rate 65.7%

Affordability Ratio 1.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 1.1%

High School Graduation Rate 83.8%

Diversity Index 19/100

Population 270 646th of 967

Median Income $52,917 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 9.3% 26% lower national

Median Home Value $77,100 bottom 10%

How Fulton town Compares

Median Household Income

Fulton town

$52,917

$70,051

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fulton town

$77,100

$201,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.1%

$25K-$50K 27.6%

$50K-$100K 30.5%

$100K+ 22.9%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

57.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.7%

Renter 34.3%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.0%

18-34

16.7%

35-54

35.6%

55-74

15.2%

75+

5.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Fulton town Rankings in Indiana

#646 Population of 967

#578 Median Income of 967

#827 Education of 967

#754 Home Value of 967

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Cities Similar to Fulton town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Freetown CDP	266	N/A	$117,600	0.0%	18.1%
Leroy CDP	278	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Forest CDP	281	N/A	$68,300	0.0%	11.7%
Crane town	257	N/A	N/A	5.6%	33.5%
Bryant town	262	$55,096	$70,300	1.2%	6.9%

Population Overview

Fulton town is a small community located in Indiana, within Fountain County. The total population is 270. It ranks as the 646th most populous out of 967 cities and towns in Indiana.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fulton town is 38.8 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fulton town is $52,917. This is 24% lower than the state median of $70,051. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.2%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $77,100. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $201,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Fulton town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 70.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fulton town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.5%.

Education

1.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 96% lower than the state rate of 28.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fulton town, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Fulton town, Indiana?

Fulton town, Indiana has a population of 270 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fulton town, IN?

The median household income in Fulton town is $52,917, which is 33% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fulton town, IN?

The poverty rate in Fulton town is 9.3%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fulton town, Indiana?

Fulton town's population is 89.6% White, 0.0% Black, 8.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fulton town, IN?

The median home value in Fulton town is $77,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.

How educated is Fulton town, Indiana?

1.1% of adults (25+) in Fulton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.