Fulton, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fulton, New York is 11,339 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 173rd-largest city in New York. The median household income is $52,123, the median home value is $100,900, and the median age is 33.1.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (11,901 → 11,234).
11,339
Population
2890
People / sq mi
$52,123
Median Income
$100,900
Median Home Value
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Fulton covers 3.9 sq mi of land at 2890 people per square mile.
About Fulton, NY
In Fulton, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $100,900. With 11,339 residents, Fulton is a city in New York.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $52,123, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 18.5%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $100,900, with typical rent around $856.
Fulton is among the least college-educated US cities, at 15.8% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Fulton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fulton city had a population of 11,901 in 2010 and 11,234 in 2024, a -5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,901 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.41%.
11,234
Population (2024)
11,901
Population (2010)
11,901
Peak (2010)
-0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,901 |
| 2011 | 11,852 |
| 2012 | 11,785 |
| 2013 | 11,710 |
| 2014 | 11,614 |
| 2015 | 11,507 |
| 2016 | 11,394 |
| 2017 | 11,319 |
| 2018 | 11,168 |
| 2019 | 11,102 |
| 2020 | 11,365 |
| 2021 | 11,320 |
| 2022 | 11,265 |
| 2023 | 11,223 |
| 2024 | 11,234 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$52,123
Median Household Income
$28,951
Per Capita Income
18.5%
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$100,900
Median Home Value
$856
Median Rent
53.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.9%
High School+
15.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
83.5%
Public Transit
5.4%
Work From Home
22.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.0%
Foreign Born
96.2%
Non-English at Home
7.3%
Veterans
18.6%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
93.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.5% |
| Retail Trade | 9.8% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 4.4% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fulton, New York has a population of 11,339 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 173rd-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Fulton, New York is $52,123, with 18.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fulton, New York is $100,900, with median monthly rent at $856 and a homeownership rate of 53.4%.
The median age in Fulton, New York is 33.1 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (11,901 → 11,234).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.