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Magnolia, IL

Illinois

Magnolia is a small town in Illinois with a population of 212. Residents earn $74,500 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
212 Population 684/sq mi density
$74,500 Median Income $37,449 per capita
$134,300 Home Value
$641 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$74,500 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,300 home value, $641/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,500
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,300
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $641
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density684/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans17.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,500
Per Capita$37,449
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$428M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,300
Rent$641
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden18.4%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation665 ft (203 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Broadband41.2%
Libraries6

Is Magnolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated 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 $74,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia is $134,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $641 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°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 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Magnolia has a population of 212 with a density of 684 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%).

Population

212
Total Population
684
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia is $74,500, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Magnolia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,500
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,449
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia is $134,300, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $641 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,300
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$641
45% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.8%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Magnolia, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,566
Dentists1:2,786
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Magnolia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation665 ft (203 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density684/sq mi
Coordinates41.1141°N, 89.1958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 41.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density684/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone72.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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