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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,489 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,959 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,389 |
| County GDP | $19,111M |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Healthcare | 828 |
| Retail | 887 |
| Manufacturing | 233 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.06% |
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.7% |
| Census Median | $221,100 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $312,805 |
| Median List Price | $300,000 |
| Median List Price | $300,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $192 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.7% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,204 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.06% |
| Obesity | 27.7% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Total Violent | 277.5/100K |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 69.4/100K |
| Assault | 208.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,428.3/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 971.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,272.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 185.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 83 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,449/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8562°N, 75.0364°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.0% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,449/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 28.1 min |
| Work from Home | 12.7% |