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
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Magnolia covers 13.2 sq mi of land at 829 people per square mile.
About Magnolia, AR
Among US cities, Magnolia stands out first on household income: a median of $42,188, below the US median of $78,538. With 10,973 residents, Magnolia is a city in Arkansas. It ranks #35 among cities in Arkansas by population.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $42,188, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 21.9%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $166,500, with typical rent around $622.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 3.8% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 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%.
10,759
Population (2024)
11,772
Population (2010)
11,795
Peak (2011)
-0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,772 |
| 2011 | 11,795 |
| 2012 | 11,614 |
| 2013 | 11,589 |
| 2014 | 11,523 |
| 2015 | 11,621 |
| 2016 | 11,646 |
| 2017 | 11,523 |
| 2018 | 11,525 |
| 2019 | 11,467 |
| 2020 | 11,137 |
| 2021 | 10,894 |
| 2022 | 10,862 |
| 2023 | 10,827 |
| 2024 | 10,759 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.0% |
| Black or African American | 42.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
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 & Management | 34.0% |
| Manufacturing | 12.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.9% |
| Information | 9.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.0% |
| Construction | 1.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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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).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.