Magness, AR

Arkansas

Magness is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 122. Residents earn $35,500 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
122 Population 200/sq mi density
$35,500 Median Income $17,987 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$35,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$1,025/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,500
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population122
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,500
Per Capita$17,987
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,025
Ownership60.9%
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation266 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute21 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Magness a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magness receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Magness has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magness is $35,500, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Magness enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magness has a population of 122 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

122
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Magness vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.7%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.3%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magness vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magness is $35,500, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Magness vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,500
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,987
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). 60.9% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.9%
Owner-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
In Magness, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity36.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107

Crime Rates: Magness vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Magness has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates35.7031°N, 91.4822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Magness with another city: