What are the schools like in Magnolia, AR?

Magnolia is served primarily by MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Magnolia?

The median household income in Magnolia, AR is $43,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.

What is the weather like in Magnolia, AR?

Magnolia has an average high temperature of 55.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.7 inches.

Magnolia, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Magnolia, AR affordable or expensive?

Magnolia's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Magnolia is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $152,000 and the median rent is $674 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Magnolia, AR?

Magnolia has a violent crime rate of 788.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2253.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Magnolia, AR a Good Place to Live?

Magnolia is a small city of 11,044 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $43,000 and a 3.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Magnolia stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index. Whether Magnolia is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Magnolia city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.9

Magnolia's overall cost of living index is 87.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Magnolia costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Magnolia, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$152,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$674	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Magnolia's violent crime rate is 788.7 per 100,000 residents — 108% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

788.7 /100k

Property Crime

2253.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Magnolia is served primarily by MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Magnolia, AR	National Avg
School District	MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Magnolia sees average highs of 55.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July, with 56.3 inches of annual precipitation and 1.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Magnolia, AR
Average High — January	55.0°F
Average High — July	92.2°F
Annual Precipitation	56.3"
Annual Snowfall	1.7"

Demographics

Metric	Magnolia, AR	National Avg
Population	11,044	—
Median Age	28.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	52.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	44.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	21.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

McNeil, AR 5 mi Waldo, AR 7 mi Emerson, AR 13 mi Buckner, AR 13 mi Stephens, AR 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Magnolia

Magnolia, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71753

Magnolia vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnolia, AR affordable or expensive?

Magnolia's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Magnolia roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $152,000 and median rent is $674/month.

What is the crime rate in Magnolia, AR?

Magnolia's violent crime rate is 788.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2253.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Magnolia?

Public schools in Magnolia are operated by MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 20.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Magnolia, AR a good place to live?

Magnolia, AR has a population of 11,044, a median household income of $43,000, and an unemployment rate of 3.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Magnolia?

Magnolia averages 55.0°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.3 inches with about 1.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Magnolia?

Magnolia, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71753.

What is the population of Magnolia?

The population of Magnolia, Arkansas is 11,044 with a median age of 28.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Magnolia?

Key numbers for living in Magnolia: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $152,000, median household income $43,000, crime index 167 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Magnolia side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.