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Magazine, AR

Arkansas

Magazine is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 893. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
893 Population 491/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $21,130 per capita
$87,400 Home Value $175,533 Zillow
$641 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,400 home value, $641/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $641
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

How Magazine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population893
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$21,130
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$727M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,400
Rent$641
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,533
Housing Units322
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking19.4%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+0.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries2

Is Magazine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magazine receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Magazine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magazine is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magazine is $87,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $641 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Magazine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magazine has a population of 893 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

893
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Magazine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magazine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magazine is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Magazine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,130
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Magazine is $87,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $641 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,533

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$641
45% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%
Housing Units322
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Magazine, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Magazine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits48.5%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37
Magazine has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates35.1539°N, 93.8079°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+0.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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