Fulton, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fulton, Missouri had a total population of 12,617, the 74th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $51,429, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 9.4% is notably above the national average.
Fulton Quick Facts
How Fulton 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 | 12,611 | 12,617 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $55,015 | $51,429 | -6.5% |
| Median home value | $144,500 | $155,900 | +7.9% |
How Fulton Compares
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: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Fulton Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Callaway County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holts Summit | 4,609 | $85,064 | 4.8% | $191,900 |
| Auxvasse | 1,452 | $56,307 | 29.8% | $132,600 |
| New Bloomfield | 876 | $76,146 | 7.2% | $148,800 |
| Tebbetts | 386 | $76,089 | 61.4% | $213,700 |
| Mokane | 257 | $90,143 | 17.1% | $108,600 |
| Kingdom City | 114 | $32,813 | 34.2% | $86,400 |
Cities Similar to Fulton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branson | 12,817 | $51,978 | $251,000 | 27.7% | 20.2% |
| St. Ann | 12,811 | $52,323 | $126,600 | 20.4% | 13.0% |
| West Plains | 12,441 | $44,002 | $169,900 | 17.1% | 28.1% |
| Mexico | 11,477 | $50,873 | $139,800 | 17.2% | 17.8% |
| Neosho | 13,224 | $57,891 | $163,400 | 21.7% | 15.2% |
Population Overview
Fulton is a small city located in Missouri, within Callaway County. The total population is 12,617. It ranks as the 74th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fulton is 34.9 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fulton is $51,429. This is 27% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 9.4%. This is 135% higher than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $155,900. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $230,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 48.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fulton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fulton, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Fulton, Missouri?
Fulton, Missouri has a population of 12,617 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fulton, MO?
The median household income in Fulton is $51,429, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fulton, MO?
The poverty rate in Fulton is 14.0%. This means approximately 1,282 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fulton, Missouri?
Fulton's population is 83.9% White, 8.2% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fulton, MO?
The median home value in Fulton is $155,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Fulton, Missouri?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Fulton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.