Magnolia, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Magnolia is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 191. Residents earn $47,159 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
191 Population 239/sq mi density
$47,159 Median Income $25,648 per capita
$78,000 Home Value
$754 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,159 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $754/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,159
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,159
Per Capita$25,648
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$992M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,517 ft (462 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+75.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Magnolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $47,159, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Magnolia has a population of 191 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia is $47,159, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% 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$47,159
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Magnolia, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29
Magnolia has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,517 ft (462 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates43.6441°N, 96.0753°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+75.9%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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