Fulton, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fulton, Missouri is 12,611 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 72nd-largest city in Missouri. The median household income is $55,015, the median home value is $144,500, and the median age is 34.8.
The population has declined 1.5% since 2010 (12,764 → 12,573).
12,611
Population
1023
People / sq mi
$55,015
Median Income
$144,500
Median Home Value
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Fulton covers 12.3 sq mi of land at 1023 people per square mile.
About Fulton, MO
In Fulton, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $144,500. With 12,611 residents, Fulton is a city in Missouri.
The typical household earns $55,015, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $144,500, with typical rent around $831.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 24.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. About 10.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Fulton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fulton city had a population of 12,764 in 2010 and 12,573 in 2024, a -1.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,985 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.10%.
12,573
Population (2024)
12,764
Population (2010)
12,985
Peak (2016)
-0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,764 |
| 2011 | 12,667 |
| 2012 | 12,726 |
| 2013 | 12,702 |
| 2014 | 12,754 |
| 2015 | 12,798 |
| 2016 | 12,985 |
| 2017 | 12,833 |
| 2018 | 12,649 |
| 2019 | 12,596 |
| 2020 | 12,611 |
| 2021 | 12,663 |
| 2022 | 12,714 |
| 2023 | 12,499 |
| 2024 | 12,573 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.7% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,015
Median Household Income
$24,004
Per Capita Income
8.5%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$144,500
Median Home Value
$831
Median Rent
53.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.2%
High School+
24.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.0%
Drive Alone
69.1%
Public Transit
10.4%
Work From Home
17.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.4%
Foreign Born
97.5%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
15.1%
With Disability
86.9%
Health Insurance
91.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 34.6% |
| Retail Trade | 8.0% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fulton, Missouri has a population of 12,611 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 72nd-largest city in Missouri.
The median household income in Fulton, Missouri is $55,015, with 8.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fulton, Missouri is $144,500, with median monthly rent at $831 and a homeownership rate of 53.9%.
The median age in Fulton, Missouri is 34.8 years. The population is 55.2% male and 44.8% female.
The population has declined 1.5% since 2010 (12,764 → 12,573).
Fulton city, MO Climate
Fulton city, MO has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F) and receives about 1017 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.2°C
Avg Temp
1017
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 41 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 51 mm |
| March | 6° / 44° | 81 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 101 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 127 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 90 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 90 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 96 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 81 mm |
| November | 6° / 44° | 86 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 66 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Fulton city, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Fulton city, MO are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.