Fulton, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,345 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,037 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$61,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$322 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
1
Kentucky
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
3
Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 35
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 4 1 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 6 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, KY State Senate District 1, KY State House District 1, KY
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Schools

Fulton Independent School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
South Fulton Middle / High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
South Fulton Elementary
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Union City High School
11 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The University of Tennessee-Martin
12 miles, S • 1.9 star
Murray State University
32 miles, E • 1.9 star
Bethel University
33 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Volunteer Community Hospital
12 miles, S • 3.2 star
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
21 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
38 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
62 miles, N • 1 star
Memphis International Airport
119 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Nashville International Airport
126 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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