Magnolia, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
191 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
5.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,159 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$78,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$398 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$488 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
2
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
1
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 4 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 7 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Adrian Middle
7 miles, SE · 3.2star
Adrian Secondary
7 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Northwest Iowa Community College
33 miles, S · 2.8star
University of Sioux Falls
34 miles, W · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Sanford Medical Center Worthington
24 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
34 miles, W · 1.4star
Eppley Airfield
162 miles, S · 2.8star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
165 miles, NE · 1star
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