Fulton ZIP Codes — Howard County, MD

There is one unique ZIP code in Fulton, Maryland and it is 20759. Area code: 240.
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ZIP codes
6.28
sq mi land
0.28
sq mi water
240
area code
Fulton, MD ZIP code map

About Fulton, MD

Fulton is a charming community located in Howard County, Maryland. Known for its suburban atmosphere, it offers a blend of residential comfort and accessibility to urban amenities. This small yet vibrant city is a hidden gem within the state of Maryland.

Location & geography

Fulton, MD, is situated approximately 30 miles southwest of Baltimore and about 20 miles northeast of Washington, D.C. The city is bordered by both the scenic terrain of Howard County and the waterways that enhance its natural beauty. Covering a land area of 6.28 square miles and a water area of 0.28 square miles, it provides residents with ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

Community & economy

The character of Fulton is defined by its family-friendly environment and strong sense of community. This city is primarily residential, with local industries including retail, education, and healthcare serving the needs of its inhabitants. Daily life in Fulton is complemented by a range of local parks and recreational facilities, fostering a strong community spirit.

Transportation

Fulton is well-connected by major highways, including Route 29 and Route 32, facilitating easy access to neighboring cities and metropolitan areas. The area is also served by the telephone area code 240, which covers several regions in Maryland. For air travel, the nearest major airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, located about 20 miles away.

History

Fulton was established in the 19th century and has developed from a rural community into a thriving suburb. Historically, the area has been characterized by agricultural pursuits, which have gradually been replaced by residential development and commercial industries. Notable events in its development include the expansion of housing and community services in the late 20th century, which transformed the city into a desirable place to live.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Fulton is that despite its suburban façade, it maintains a rich agricultural heritage, with farms and open spaces still present nearby. Additionally, the city is named after Robert Fulton, the inventor known for creating the first successful steamboat.

ZIP codes for Fulton, MD (1)
ZIP code City County Map
20759 Fulton Howard View map

Demographics & statistics

6,125
Population
39.6
Median age
$246,618
Median household income
$98,929
Per capita income
$794,400
Median home value
$0
Median monthly rent
96.8%
Home ownership
0.3%
Poverty rate
0.5%
Unemployment
1,900
Housing units
84.0%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
342
Under 5
285
293
5–9
244
202
10–14
168
302
15–19
252
86
20–24
72
280
25–34
234
625
35–44
520
484
45–54
403
216
55–59
179
188
60–64
156
228
65–74
189
57
75–84
47
40
85+
33
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181,89530.9%
18 and over4,23069.1%
65 and over5949.7%
Median age39.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 50.7%
Asian 24.2%
Black or African American 13.2%
Two or more races 9.5%
Hispanic or Latino 2.1%
Other race 0.4%
GroupCount%
White3,17050.7%
Asian1,51124.2%
Black or African American82513.2%
Two or more races5959.5%
Hispanic or Latino1302.1%
Other race240.4%

Household income

$15k–$25k 1.3%
$25k–$35k 0.8%
$35k–$50k 0.9%
$50k–$75k 2.5%
$75k–$100k 3.3%
$100k–$150k 15.4%
$150k–$200k 18.9%
$200k+ 56.9%
Range% of households
$15k–$25k1.3%
$25k–$35k0.8%
$35k–$50k0.9%
$50k–$75k2.5%
$75k–$100k3.3%
$100k–$150k15.4%
$150k–$200k18.9%
$200k+56.9%
Median income$246,618

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.4%
$150k–$200k 0.3%
$300k–$500k 10.3%
$500k–$1M 58.4%
$1M+ 28.5%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$794,400
Median rent / month$0
Owner occupied96.8%
Renter occupied3.2%
Vacant3.0%
Single-family detached57.5%
Large apartment buildings0.7%
Mobile homes0.0%
Median rooms10.0
Avg household size (owned)3.18

Year built

Era%
2020 or later1.4%
2010–201957.7%
2000–200926.0%
1990–19991.1%
1980–19893.7%
1970–19793.2%
1960–19694.2%
1950–19590.0%
1940–19491.6%
1939 or earlier1.0%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom0.0%
2 bedrooms4.1%
3 bedrooms34.5%
4 bedrooms33.0%
5+ bedrooms28.4%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.0%
1 vehicle15.6%
2 vehicles52.9%
3 or more31.5%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas61.1%
Electricity25.9%
Propane / LP gas5.5%
Fuel oil7.5%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family1,45576.5%
Cohabiting couple562.9%
Male householder, no spouse1186.2%
Female householder, no spouse27314.4%
Households with children under 181,06556.0%
Households with seniors (65+)39520.8%
Average household size3.20

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married29.9%22.8%
Married66.6%67.5%
Separated0.9%0.0%
Widowed2.0%3.1%
Divorced0.7%6.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.3%
Some HS, no diploma 1.2%
HS graduate 7.1%
Some college, no degree 5.3%
Associate's degree 2.2%
Bachelor's degree 30.5%
Graduate / professional 53.5%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher98.6%
Bachelor's or higher84.0%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool22613.1%
Kindergarten603.5%
Elementary school77545.1%
High school41324.0%
College / grad school24614.3%

Employment

Industry of employment

Professional & management 26.9%
Education & healthcare 19.6%
Public administration 12.2%
Retail trade 9.2%
Finance & real estate 8.5%
Arts, food & hospitality 6.6%
Manufacturing 5.4%
Transportation & utilities 3.8%
Other services 3.7%
Construction 2.6%
Information 1.0%
Wholesale trade 0.5%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts74.3%
Service9.6%
Sales & office13.5%
Natural resources & construction0.8%
Production & transportation1.7%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector69.7%
Government22.9%
Self-employed5.7%
Unpaid family workers1.7%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone63.2%
Carpool6.1%
Public transit2.3%
Walk2.8%
Other means1.5%
Avg commute (minutes)25.6

Poverty

All people 0.3%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 0.4%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security17.6%
Retirement income26.3%
Supplemental Security2.7%
Cash public assistance2.2%
Food stamps / SNAP1.4%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure29.2%
High cholesterol33.9%
Heart disease4.3%
Stroke1.9%
Asthma8.0%
Arthritis19.7%
Kidney disease2.1%
Pulmonary disease3.4%
Cancer6.6%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking12.9%
No physical activity14.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep29.5%
Fair or poor health6.7%
Poor mental health10.3%
Poor physical health5.6%
No health insurance5.6%
Visited doctor (checkup)76.3%
Visited dentist78.5%
Cholesterol screening94.9%
Teeth loss4.6%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1042.5%
Disability%
Any disability5.7%
Under 181.4%
18–64 years5.5%
65 and over20.8%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance96.5%
Public insurance11.8%
Uninsured under 190.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only5,49889.8%
Spanish1282.3%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander230.4%
Other languages1051.9%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)4,85279.2%
Born in same state4,78978.2%
Born in different state2,40639.3%
Foreign born631.0%
Naturalized citizen1,27320.8%
Not a US citizen1,03581.3%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian71411.7%
French3445.6%
Arab1602.6%
AncestryCount%
Polish380.6%
German30%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access31.1%
Internet access100.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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