Magnolia, Arkansas
Magnolia, Arkansas | |
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Downtown Magnolia | |
| Motto: "Discover the Difference" | |
Location of Magnolia in Columbia County, Arkansas. | |
| Coordinates: 33°16′27″N 93°14′28″W / 33.27417°N 93.24111°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Columbia |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Strong Mayor |
| Area | |
• Total | 13.27 sq mi (34.37 km2) |
| • Land | 13.23 sq mi (34.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.039 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 11,162 |
• Estimate (2024) | 10,759 |
| • Density | 843.6/sq mi (325.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes | 71753-71754 |
| Area code | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-43460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404998 |
| Website | www |
Magnolia, Arkansas is a city in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States, and serves as the county seat. Located in southwestern Arkansas, the city was founded in 1853 and initially developed as an agricultural market before experiencing economic growth following the discovery of oil in the region in 1938. As of the 2020 census, Magnolia had a population of 11,162. The city is home to Southern Arkansas University and hosts annual events such as the Magnolia Blossom Festival and the World Championship Steak Cookoff.