Magnolia Beach, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $85,245

13% higher than US avg

Home Value $191,700

32% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 51.6%

53% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.4%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population62

Median Age73.9 yrs

Density61/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans62.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$85,245

Per Capita$85,245

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$5,127M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$191,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units134

Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity32.4%

Uninsured12.2%

Smoking13.3%

Depression23.5%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain41.4 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+51.6%

High School+90.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%

Commute14 min

Broadband30.0%

Libraries4

Is Magnolia Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Magnolia Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magnolia Beach is $85,245, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia Beach is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Magnolia Beach is a highly educated community — 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Magnolia Beach has a population of 62 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 73.9 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (74.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 62.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

73.9yrs

Median Age

90% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%

Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia Beach is $85,245, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $85,245 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,611, 13% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 687 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Magnolia Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$85,245
	13% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$85,245
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,611
IRS Avg AGI	$66,236

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	687
County GDP	$5,127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	76
Healthcare	31
Retail	66
Manufacturing	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,647
	33% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.7 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia Beach is $191,700, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Homes sell for 81% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 134 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2011. The average annual property tax is $4,647 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$191,700
	32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$240
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	81.0%
Price Drops	16.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	134
Median Year Built	2011

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,647
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.42%

In Magnolia Beach, 32.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 21.7% are physically inactive. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,973. The dentist ratio is 1:1,971. 66.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Magnolia Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.4%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.3%
	5% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.7%
Physical Inactivity	21.7%
Depression	23.5%
Mental Distress	17.9%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	12.2%
	42% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,973
Dentists	1:1,971
Mental Health	1:3,939
Checkup Rate	71.3%
Dental Visits	63.2%
Premature Death	9,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.1/10
Exercise Access	66.7%
Healthcare Facilities	31

Magnolia Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 8 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	71.3°F
	32% above US avg
January Average	55°F (13°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.4 inches
	9% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	8 ft (2 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	61/sq mi
Coordinates	28.5605°N, 96.5496°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Calhoun County County
County FIPS	48057

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	55°F (13°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	58°F (15°C)	2.5 in
March	65°F (18°C)	1.7 in	Driest
April	71°F (22°C)	2.4 in
May	77°F (25°C)	4.4 in
June	82°F (28°C)	4.5 in
July	85°F (29°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	84°F (29°C)	3.2 in
September	81°F (27°C)	6.3 in	Wettest
October	73°F (23°C)	4.2 in
November	64°F (18°C)	3.1 in
December	57°F (14°C)	2.4 in

Magnolia Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 55°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (1.7").

Magnolia Beach is located in Calhoun County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.8% of the vote, a 52.2-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 31 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	51.6%
	53% above US avg
High School+	90.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	61/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Calhoun County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	30.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	31
Restaurants	76
Retail Stores	66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.7 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Magnolia Beach

What is the population of Magnolia Beach?

Magnolia Beach has a population of 62 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 73.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Magnolia Beach expensive to live in?

Magnolia Beach has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $85,245, 13% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,700 (32% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Magnolia Beach?

Magnolia Beach has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Magnolia Beach?

The job market in Magnolia Beach is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,611. There are 687 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Magnolia Beach?

The median home value in Magnolia Beach is $191,700. The average annual property tax is $4,647.

How are the schools in Magnolia Beach?

Schools in Magnolia Beach score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 51.6% of adults in Magnolia Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Magnolia Beach?

The obesity rate in Magnolia Beach is 32.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 21.7% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,973.

What is transportation like in Magnolia Beach?

The average commute in Magnolia Beach is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Magnolia Beach?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Magnolia Beach is 74.2% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 62.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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