Fulton County, Kentucky Demographics 2026
Fulton County, Kentucky has a population of 6,409, the 114th most populous county in Kentucky. The median household income is $38,217 and the median home value is $79,100. The poverty rate is 22.6%.
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 | 6,440 | 6,409 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $36,834 | $38,217 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $78,100 | $79,100 | +1.3% |
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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Fulton County
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Population Overview
Fulton County is located in Kentucky with a total population of 6,409. It is the 114th most populous county out of 120 in Kentucky. The county encompasses 3 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fulton County is 40.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fulton County is $38,217. This is 40% lower than the state median of $63,726. It is also 53% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.6%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $79,100. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Fulton County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fulton County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 23.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (23.8% vs 7.5%).
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.9%.
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 Kentucky 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, Kentucky?
Fulton County has a population of 6,409, making it the 114th most populous county in Kentucky.
What is the median income in Fulton County?
The median household income in Fulton County is $38,217 with a poverty rate of 22.6%.
How many cities are in Fulton County, Kentucky?
Fulton County contains 3 Census-designated places.