Moving to Fulton, Alabama

Fulton, Alabama is located in the southeast corner of the state, just south of the Tennessee border. It is a small city, with a population of around 1500 people. The geography of Fulton is mostly rural and hilly, with rolling hills and lush forests. The climate in Fulton is mild and humid, with temperatures ranging from the low 40s in winter to the high 80s in summer.

Fulton has a rich history, dating back to its founding in 1883. The city was once a major hub for cotton production and was an important center for trade along the Tennessee River. During the Civil War, it was home to several Confederate soldiers and served as a major supply base for troops in nearby Chattanooga. In more recent times, Fulton has become known as a center for technology and innovation, thanks to its proximity to nearby Huntsville and its high-tech industries.

In terms of politics, Fulton is part of Lauderdale County and votes mainly Republican. The economy is largely based on agriculture, but there are also some manufacturing jobs available due to its proximity to Huntsville. There are also several small businesses throughout town that provide goods and services to local residents.

The education system in Fulton consists mostly of public schools run by Lauderdale County Schools District; however there are also some private schools available as well. There are two elementary schools – one located downtown and one at the edge of town – as well as two middle schools and one high school serving students from grades K-12.

Fulton has many landmarks that draw tourists from near and far each year. Some notable landmarks include the Old Bank Building (built in 1895), which now houses an art gallery; Historic Downtown Square (featuring shops and restaurants); Fort Hill Cemetery (home to many Civil War veterans); Lee-Brown House (built circa 1820); Old Town Hall (built circa 1880); Franklin Park (a popular spot for outdoor recreation);and Fort Blount Park (a historic fort site).

Population: 308. Estimated population in July 2024: 301 (-2.3% change)
Males: 147 (47.7%), Females: 161 (52.3%)

Clarke County

Zip code: 36446

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.4 years
Median household income: $23,750
Median house value: $46,400

Population by Race

Races in Fulton:

• White Non-Hispanic (82.1%)
• Black (17.9%)

Ancestries: United States (27.3%), Irish (4.2%), Scotch-Irish (4.2%), French (3.2%), English (1.6%).

Elevation: 240 feet

Land area: 2.5 square miles

Population by Education

Fulton, Alabama is a small town located in Marion County. According to the 2010 census, Fulton has a population of 545 people. The median age of the population is 44.7 years old and 37% of the population is married. In addition, 24% of the population are under 18 years old and only 5% are over 65 years old. The racial makeup of Fulton is 91.8% White, 6.9% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American and 0.4% Asian. The median household income for Fulton is $25,000 per year with 25% of households earning less than $15,000 per year and 10% earning more than $50,000 per year. The largest industry in Fulton is manufacturing with 19% of its workforce employed in this sector followed by retail trade (17%) and construction (15%). Education levels in Fulton are relatively low with only 13% having a bachelor’s degree or higher compared to the national average of 28%. Additionally, unemployment rate in Fulton stands at 6%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4%.

For population 25 years and over in Fulton

• High school or higher: 65.1%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 7.1%
• Graduate or professional degree: 4.7%
• Unemployed: 4.9%
• Mean travel time to work: 20.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Fulton town

• Never married: 17.5%
• Now married: 58.3%
• Separated: 3.3%
• Widowed: 13.7%
• Divorced: 7.1%

0.6% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -74 (-19.4%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Fulton:

• GROVE HILL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 7 miles; GROVE HILL, AL)
• THOMASVILLE INFIRMARY (about 11 miles; THOMASVILLE, AL)
• JACKSON MEDICAL CENTER (about 23 miles; JACKSON, AL)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Fulton:

• KEY FIELD (about 80 miles; MERIDIAN, MS; Abbreviation: MEI)
• MOBILE REGIONAL (about 84 miles; MOBILE, AL; Abbreviation: MOB)
• MOBILE DOWNTOWN (about 84 miles; MOBILE, AL; Abbreviation: BFM)

Other public-use airports nearest to Fulton:

• GROVE HILL MUNI (about 8 miles; GROVE HILL, AL; Abbreviation: 3A0)
• PINE HILL MUNI (about 17 miles; PINE HILL, AL; Abbreviation: 71A)
• JACKSON MUNI (about 25 miles; JACKSON, AL; Abbreviation: 4R3)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Fulton:

• JAMES H FAULKNER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 63 miles; BAY MINETTE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 2,050)
• BISHOP STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 79 miles; MOBILE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 2,758)
• MERIDIAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 81 miles; MERIDIAN, MS; Full-time enrollment: 2,455)
• UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA (about 82 miles; MOBILE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 9,082)
• UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA-BALDWIN (about 89 miles; FAIRHOPE, AL; Full-time enrollment: 5,582)
• THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA (about 94 miles; PENSACOLA, FL; Full-time enrollment: 6,282)
• SHELTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 95 miles; TUSCALOOSA, AL; Full-time enrollment: 3,635)