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Magnolia, Texas

city · Montgomery County (primary) , San Jacinto County

At a glance

4,068
Population
$322,800
Median home value (all homes)
6% above U.S. median
$364,817
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,121/mo
Median rent
17% below U.S. median
$78,605
Median household income
0% above U.S. median
31.4 min
Average commute
95.5%
Homes with broadband
81.78%
Locations with fiber available
2.4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 102 — 2% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing24% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities2% above
Taxes57% below
Insurance25% above
Commute cost3% above
For business: Texas is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college16 mi
Nearest community college16 mi
Nearest technical college22 mi
High school graduates95.6%
College graduates26.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city City of Magnolia Economic Development
Magnolia Economic Development Corporation is Magnolia's economic development organization, serving as a single point of contact for companies, site selection consultants, and corporate real estate executives considering the Magnolia, Texas area. Since 1995, the 4A and 4B development corporations have worked to support the city of Magnolia, including funding for city hall, development of Unity Park, and investments in infrastructure and community planning, contributing to growth in Magnolia.
county East Montgomery County Improvement District
The East Montgomery County Improvement District (EMCID) operates with a non-profit subsidiary, the East Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), to provide financing options for relocation or expansion with below-market rates and extended terms in return for job creation activities.
state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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