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Fulton County

PA · Pop. 14,545 · Suburban County

78/100Homestead Score

Fulton County, Pennsylvania covers 438 square miles with a population of 14,545 and a density of 33.2 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated moderate, built on hay, haylage, corn. The median home price is $206,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.03%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 152-day growing season, average summer highs of 81.6°F and average winter lows of 19.6°F. Annual rainfall averages 38.6 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. The Fulton County Medical Center is 6.4 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 84.8% of homes.

Property Tax: 1.03%
Growing Season: 152 days
Broadband: 84.8%
Density: 33.2/sq mi

Pros

  • The Fulton County Medical Center, with an emergency room, is just 6.4 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
  • A low poverty rate of 11.7% signals a relatively stable local economy.
  • A median household income of $64,798 anchors the local economy.

Cons

  • A 152-day growing season limits crop diversity and calls for season-extension tools.

At a glance

Fulton County, PA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.

Homestead score
78/100
Median home price
$206k
Property tax
1.03%
Growing season
152 days (zone 7a)
Annual rainfall
38.6"
Broadband
84.8%
Nearest hospital
The Fulton County Medical Center, 6.4 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.03%
Median Household Income$64,798
Poverty Rate11.7%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$206K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7a
Growing Season152 days
Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
Avg Summer High81.6°F
Avg Winter Low19.6°F
Top CropsHay, Haylage, Corn

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought3/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado2/10
Flood3/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalThe Fulton County Medical Center (6.4 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities1

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage84.8%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate4.1%
Ag EconomyModerate

Homesteading in Fulton County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Fulton County?
Fulton County is in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 152-day growing season, average summer highs of 81.6°F, and average winter lows of 19.6°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, corn.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $206,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.03%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 84.8% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
The Fulton County Medical Center is 6.4 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital in the county.

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Data sources

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.