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%
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
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 958 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 152 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,581 |
| 26% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). 60.9% of homes are owner-occupied.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,025 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 31.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.9% |
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
| Obesity | 43.5% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.8% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,068/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
Crime Rates: Magness vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 200/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7031°N, 91.4822°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05063 |