Magnolia, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Magnolia is a small town in Delaware with a population of 237. Residents earn $116,667 per year, which is 55% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
237 Population 1,185/sq mi density
$116,667 Median Income $32,548 per capita
$208,900 Home Value $409,440 Zillow
$1,313 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$116,667 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,900 home value, $1,313/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,667
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,900
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.2%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density1,185/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,667
Per Capita$32,548
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,900
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$409,440

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation26 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.2%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5

Is Magnolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Magnolia 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 is $116,667, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Magnolia among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia is $208,900, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Magnolia has a population of 237 with a density of 1,185 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.2%), with 3% Hispanic, 30.4% Black.

Population

237
Total Population
1,185
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia is $116,667, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Magnolia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,667
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia is $208,900, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $409,440.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,900
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$409,440

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,205
1 Bedroom$1,250
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$1,990
4 Bedrooms$2,293

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Magnolia, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Magnolia has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,185/sq mi
Coordinates39.0714°N, 75.4760°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.2%
4% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.64
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,185/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home13.3%

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