Fulton Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
2,642 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$190,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$692 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gratiot County
2
Alma Urban Area
2
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gratiot County
3
Alma Urban Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 22
Feb 2 10 24
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 2 11 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Schools

Fulton Elementary School
3 miles, NW 1.9 star
Fulton High School
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
Fulton Middle School
3 miles, NW 2.8 star
Fulton Alternative Education
3 miles, NW 1 star

Colleges

Alma College
15 miles, N 2.3 star
Montcalm Community College
23 miles, NW 1.4 star
Baker College
28 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Sparrow Carson Hospital
9 miles, NW 3.2 star
Sparrow Clinton Hospital
13 miles, S 3.2 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gratiot
16 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

MBS International Airport
39 miles, E 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
47 miles, W 2.3 star
Bishop International Airport
48 miles, SE 1.4 star