Magnet Cove, AR

Arkansas

Magnet Cove is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 818.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
818 Population 388/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $23,521 per capita
$154,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $154,600
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population818
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,521
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$1,579M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$154,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Elevation478 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+97.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Magnet Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnet Cove receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Magnet Cove faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.6% 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 Magnet Cove is $154,600, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Magnet Cove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magnet Cove has a population of 818 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

818
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnet Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnet Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnet Cove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Magnet Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,521
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$56,664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)621
County GDP$1,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare56
Retail76
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,921
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnet Cove is $154,600, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,600
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,921
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Magnet Cove, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Magnet Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access19.7%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Magnet Cove has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation478 ft (146 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates34.4492°N, 92.8377°W
County FIPS05059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density388/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants44
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home12.3%

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