Magnolia, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Magnolia is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,360. Residents earn $89,489 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,360 Population 4,449/sq mi density
$89,489 Median Income $40,959 per capita
$221,100 Home Value $312,805 Zillow
$1,204 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
278 Violent Crime/100K 2,428 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$89,489 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,100 home value, $1,204/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
278 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,489
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,100
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 278/100K
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,204
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,360
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density4,449/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,489
Per Capita$40,959
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,100
Rent$1,204
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,805

Crime

F
Violent278/100K
Property2,428/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault208/100K
Burglary971/100K

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation83 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Magnolia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magnolia receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, 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 $89,489, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magnolia is $221,100, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,204 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Magnolia is below the national average at 278 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,428 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Magnolia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Magnolia has a population of 4,360 with a density of 4,449 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58%), with 16.7% Black.

Population

4,360
Total Population
4,449
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.6%
6% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magnolia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magnolia is $89,489, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Magnolia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,489
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,959
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Magnolia is $221,100, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,204 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,805.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,805
Median List Price$300,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,000
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,204
4% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Magnolia, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Magnolia has a violent crime rate of 278 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,428 per 100,000 (24% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent277.5/100K
27% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery69.4/100K
Assault208.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,428.3/100K
24% above US avg
Burglary971.3/100K
Theft1,272.0/100K
Vehicle Theft185.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Magnolia has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation83 ft (25 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density4,449/sq mi
Coordinates39.8562°N, 75.0364°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,449/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home12.7%

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