Cost of Living in Fulton County, IL

What does it cost to live in Fulton County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$57,223

Median Rent

$782/mo

Median Home

$99,800

Affordability

667

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$505
Property Tax$177
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$715
% of Income15%

Renting

Median Rent$782
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$807
% of Income16.4%

Living in Fulton County, Illinois

Fulton County has a median household income of $57,223 with housing costs that represent 15% of income for owners and 16.4% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.