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Fulton County
  • County in Georgia

Report Card

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Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade B+
  2. Housing
    grade C+
  3. Nightlife
    grade A+
  4. Good for Families
    grade A+
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade B+
  7. Weather
    grade B
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A+
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade B

editorial

Fulton County is located in Georgia with a population of 1,061,944. Fulton County is one of the best places to live in Georgia. In Fulton County, most residents own their homes. In Fulton County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Fulton County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Fulton County are above average.

About

Population
1,061,944

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$398,300
National
$281,900
Median Rent
$1,529
National
$1,268
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    46%
  • Own
    54%
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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    350.3
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    10.7
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    37.6
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    202.4
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    550.3
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    2,862.8
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    501.2
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    11%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    10%
  • 25-34 years
    17%
  • 35-44 years
    14%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    11%
  • 65+ years
    12%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    24%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    33%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    20%
    national  28%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    16%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    6%
    national  11%

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