Fulton, South Dakota facts for kids
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Fulton, South Dakota
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Location in Hanson County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Hanson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) |
| • Land | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,332 ft (406 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 87 |
| • Density | 101.87/sq mi (39.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57340
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-23220 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267398 |
Fulton is a small town located in Hanson County, South Dakota, in the United States. It is part of the larger Mitchell, South Dakota area. In 2020, the town had a population of 87 people.
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History of Fulton
How Fulton Got Its Name
The town of Fulton was officially started in 1887. There are a couple of ideas about how it got its name. Some people think it was named after Robert Fulton. He was a famous inventor who created the first successful steamboat.
Others believe the town was named after someone who worked for the railroad. A post office has been open in Fulton since 1887, serving the community for many years.
Geography of Fulton
Where is Fulton Located?
Fulton is located in South Dakota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 0.85 square miles (2.21 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and People
Fulton's Changing Population Over Time
The number of people living in Fulton has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 214 | — | |
| 1930 | 171 | −20.1% | |
| 1940 | 168 | −1.8% | |
| 1950 | 139 | −17.3% | |
| 1960 | 135 | −2.9% | |
| 1970 | 101 | −25.2% | |
| 1980 | 108 | 6.9% | |
| 1990 | 70 | −35.2% | |
| 2000 | 86 | 22.9% | |
| 2010 | 91 | 5.8% | |
| 2020 | 87 | −4.4% | |
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Fulton's Population in 2010
In 2010, a census (a count of all the people) was taken. At that time, there were 91 people living in Fulton. These people lived in 38 different homes, and 26 of those homes were families.
The town had 44 housing units in total. Most of the people living in Fulton were White.
Households and Families
Out of the 38 homes in Fulton, about 29% had children under 18 living there. Over 60% of the homes were married couples living together. A small number of homes had a single parent or someone living alone.
Age and Gender in Fulton
The average age of people in Fulton in 2010 was about 43 years old.
- About 27.5% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 21% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 24% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- Another 24% were 65 years old or older.
When it came to gender, 58.2% of the people in Fulton were male, and 41.8% were female.
See also
- In Spanish: Fulton (Dakota del Sur) para niños
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