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Population Review

Magnolia, Arkansas Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Magnolia, Arkansas is 10,973 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in Arkansas. The median household income is $42,188, the median home value is $166,500, and the median age is 28.3.

The population has declined 8.6% since 2010 (11,772 → 10,759).

10,973

Population

829

People / sq mi

$42,188

Median Income

$166,500

Median Home Value

Magnolia covers 13.2 sq mi of land at 829 people per square mile.

About Magnolia, AR

Magnolia is a city in Arkansas with a population of 10,973. It ranks #35 among cities in Arkansas by population. The median age is 28.3, younger than the national median. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

The median household income in Magnolia is $42,188, below the US median of $74,580. 21.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $166,500, with monthly rent averaging $622. The homeownership rate of 49.5% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Magnolia reflects 20.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 3.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.6 minutes each way.

Magnolia city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Magnolia city had a population of 11,772 in 2010 and 10,759 in 2024, a -8.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,795 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.64%.

2011 · 12K20102024

10,759

Population (2024)

11,772

Population (2010)

11,795

Peak (2011)

-0.64%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201011,772
201111,795
201211,614
201311,589
201411,523
201511,621
201611,646
201711,523
201811,525
201911,467
202011,137
202110,894
202210,862
202310,827
202410,759

Race & Ethnicity

White52.0%
Black or African American42.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$42,188

Median Household Income

$22,896

Per Capita Income

21.9%

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$166,500

Median Home Value

$622

Median Rent

49.5%

Owner-Occupied

Education

86.1%

High School+

20.7%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.7%

Drive Alone

80.1%

Public Transit

3.8%

Work From Home

17.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

26.3%

Foreign Born

94.7%

Non-English at Home

4.5%

Veterans

20.7%

With Disability

92.1%

Health Insurance

88.8%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management34.0%
Manufacturing12.5%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.9%
Information9.3%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate7.3%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services5.1%
Retail Trade4.5%
Public Administration2.7%
Agriculture & Mining2.0%
Construction1.2%
Transportation & Warehousing0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia, Arkansas has a population of 10,973 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in Arkansas.

The median household income in Magnolia, Arkansas is $42,188, with 21.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Magnolia, Arkansas is $166,500, with median monthly rent at $622 and a homeownership rate of 49.5%.

The median age in Magnolia, Arkansas is 28.3 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

The population has declined 8.6% since 2010 (11,772 → 10,759).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.