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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Fulton, MO

CSAColumbia-Jefferson City-Moberly MSAJefferson City#2/24 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

12,617population

34.9median age

This community is a community of 12,617 with a median age of 34.9. The population is predominantly White (83.9%) with a significant Black community (8.2%). Median household income is $51,429. 85.1% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 21.7% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 48.2%, with a median home value of $155,900.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

83.9%10,591

Black

8.2%1,040

Two or More

4%503

Hispanic/Latino

1.9%239

Other

1.1%140

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.5%64

Asian

0.3%40

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

8.8%708

High School Diploma

26.4%2,120

Some College (<1 yr)

6.8%548

Some College (1+ yr)

12.7%1,022

Associate's Degree

8.7%696

Bachelor's Degree

13.4%1,076

Master's Degree

5.4%435

Professional Degree

2.4%196

Doctorate

0.4%34

HS or Higher

85.1%

BA or Higher

21.7%

Graduate+

8.3%

Housingi

$155,900median home value

$836median rent

48.2%homeownership

4,450total units

10.6%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 48.2%

Renter 51.8%

Home Values

Under $50K

4.2%80

$50K–$100K

16.8%322

$100K–$150K

25.1%481

$150K–$200K

20.3%389

$200K–$300K

20.6%395

$300K–$500K

8.4%161

$500K–$1M

3.7%71

$1M+

0.9%18

Rent Distribution

Under $500

522

$500–$750

370

$750–$1,000

575

$1,000–$1,250

326

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

112

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

0.2%11

2010–2019

5.1%227

2000–2009

13.2%588

1990–1999

5.3%235

1980–1989

8.7%387

1970–1979

15.7%697

1960–1969

19.9%886

1950–1959

8.7%385

1940–1949

6%269

1939 or earlier

17.2%765

Heating Fuel

Electricity

49.4%1,965

Utility Gas

46.6%1,853

Bottled/LP Gas

4%160

Household Economyi

$51,429median household income

$25,045per capita income

10.2%poverty rate

9.5%unemployment

4,941labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

8.4%336

$10K–$15K

4.8%190

$15K–$20K

3.1%124

$20K–$25K

7.6%301

$25K–$30K

4.7%187

$30K–$35K

5.2%207

$35K–$40K

7.5%300

$40K–$45K

1.6%65

$45K–$50K

5.1%203

$50K–$60K

9.5%376

$60K–$75K

8.6%343

$75K–$100K

14.3%568

$100K–$125K

8.1%324

$125K–$150K

6.2%245

$150K–$200K

3.2%126

$200K+

2.1%83

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

447

Residentsi

695

Avg. Tenant Renti

$352/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

18 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing200 homes97% occupied$306/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers86 homes52% occupied$443/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 8130 homes82% occupied$351/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

811/PRAC31 homes79% occupied$402/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $51,429/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $15K/yr

77.1%

Very low income$15K–$26K/yr

20.4%

Low income$26K–$41K/yr

2.1%

Moderate / aboveOver $41K/yr

0.4%

Who Receives This Housing

68.6% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

29.9% of subsidized households are minority

36.3% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

35.8% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

1961.6%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

Germany

Korea

Canada

China

India

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

4,409

Avg. Commutei

18.4 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

4,474

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

366(3.5% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

87.9%Insured

12.1%Uninsured