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Magnolia, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Magnolia is a small town in Iowa with a population of 148. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 243/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $40,047 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$40,047
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$675M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.3%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries6

Is Magnolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Magnolia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magnolia is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magnolia has a population of 148 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Magnolia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,047
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$76,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$675M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare30
Retail40
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia is $110,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Magnolia, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death6,755/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities30
Magnolia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates41.6927°N, 95.8741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants29
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Nearby Cities

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