Magnolia, Texas

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Magnolia, Texas
City
Magnolia Historic Depot.jpg
Historic train depot in downtown Magnolia
Nickname: 
Home of Red
Montgomery County Magnolia.svg
Location of Magnolia, Texas
Coordinates: 30°12′34″N95°45′03″W / 30.20944°N 95.75083°W / 30.20944; -95.75083
CountryUnited States
State Texas
County Montgomery
Founded1840's
Incorporated October 15, 1968
Government
[1]
 • TypeGeneral Law Type A
 •  Mayor Matthew "Doc" Dantzer
 •  Mayor Pro Tem Richard Carby [2]
 •  Councilmembers Daniel Miller
Buck Perino
Richard Carby
Brandon Jacobs
Jack L Huitt, Jr.
Area
[3]
 • Total4.865 sq mi (12.600 km2)
 • Land4.845 sq mi (12.547 km2)
 • Water0.020 sq mi (0.053 km2)
Elevation
[4]
272 ft (83 m)
Population
 (2020) [5]
 • Total2,359
 • Estimate 
(2023) [6]
5,320
 • Density1,098/sq mi (424.0/km2)
Time zone UTC–6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC–5 (CDT)
ZIP Codes
77353, 77354, 77355
Area code(s) 713, 281, 832, and 346
FIPS code 48-46056
GNIS feature ID1340838 [4]
Sales tax 8.25% [7]
Website cityofmagnolia.com

Magnolia is a city in southwestern Montgomery County, Texas, United States within the Houston metropolitan area. It is named for the magnolia trees that grow in the area. [8] The population was 2,359 at the 2020 census. [5]

Contents

History

The first settlement in the Magnolia area was a town named Mink Prairie, founded in about 1845 when a farmer named Mink built a homestead. [9] By 1850, the town's name was shortened to Mink. [9] After the Civil War, Mink's population swelled due to an influx of settlers from Kentucky and Tennessee, resulting in a post office being built in 1885. [9] In 1902, the International-Great Northern Railroad (now operated by Union Pacific), decided to build a railroad to the north of Mink, causing most of the residents of Mink to move closer to the railroad line. [9] The new town was named Melton in honor of a wealthy landowner who lived in the area. [10] However, the postal service kept confusing the name with a different town called "Milton," prompting local officials to change the name to Magnolia. [10] In 1903, the Mink post office moved to the new town of Magnolia, as the old town of Mink would soon become abandoned. [9] [8]

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.865 square miles (12.60 km2), of which 4.845 square miles (12.55 km2) is land and 0.020 square miles (0.05 km2) is water. [3]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Magnolia has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. [11]

Climate data for David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport near Tomball, Texas, 1981–2010 normals, [a] extremes 1888–present [b]
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecYear
Record high °F (°C)84
(29)		91
(33)		96
(36)		95
(35)		99
(37)		107
(42)		105
(41)		109
(43)		109
(43)		99
(37)		89
(32)		85
(29)		109
(43)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C)61.5
(16.4)		65.6
(18.7)		72.1
(22.3)		78.7
(25.9)		85.7
(29.8)		90.4
(32.4)		93.1
(33.9)		93.8
(34.3)		89.2
(31.8)		82.6
(28.1)		71.7
(22.1)		64.5
(18.1)		79.1
(26.2)
Daily mean °F (°C)51.5
(10.8)		55.1
(12.8)		60.8
(16.0)		67.9
(19.9)		75.8
(24.3)		80.8
(27.1)		82.1
(27.8)		82.6
(28.1)		78.0
(25.6)		70.1
(21.2)		60.0
(15.6)		52.9
(11.6)		68.2
(20.1)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C)41.4
(5.2)		44.7
(7.1)		49.5
(9.7)		57.1
(13.9)		65.9
(18.8)		71.2
(21.8)		71.2
(21.8)		71.4
(21.9)		66.7
(19.3)		57.5
(14.2)		48.3
(9.1)		41.2
(5.1)		57.2
(14.0)
Record low °F (°C)5
(−15)		6
(−14)		21
(−6)		31
(−1)		42
(6)		52
(11)		62
(17)		54
(12)		45
(7)		29
(−2)		19
(−7)		7
(−14)		5
(−15)
Average precipitation inches (mm)3.55
(90)		3.03
(77)		3.59
(91)		3.39
(86)		4.77
(121)		5.22
(133)		3.84
(98)		4.70
(119)		4.57
(116)		5.30
(135)		4.72
(120)		3.80
(97)		50.48
(1,282)
Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in)989781010888810101
Source: NOAA (precipitation days 2000–2017 at Bush International) [13] [14]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1970 315—
1980 867175.2%
1990 9408.4%
2000 1,11118.2%
2010 1,39325.4%
2020 2,35969.3%
2023 (est.)5,320 [6] 125.5%
U.S. Decennial Census [15]
Texas Almanac: 1850-2000 [16] [17]
2020 Census [5]

2020 census

Magnolia, Texas – Racial Composition [18]
(NH = Non-Hispanic)
Note: the US Census treats Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic category. This table excludes Latinos from the racial categories and assigns them to a separate category. Hispanics/Latinos can be of any race.
RaceNumberPercentage
White (NH)1,62568.89%
Black or African American (NH)1446.10%
Native American or Alaska Native (NH)90.38%
Asian (NH)281.19%
Pacific Islander (NH)00.00%
Some Other Race (NH)60.25%
Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH)1205.09%
Hispanic or Latino 42718.10%
Total2,359100.00%

As of the 2020 census, there were 2,359 people, 860 households, 616 families residing in the city. [19] The population density was 821.4 inhabitants per square mile (317.1/km2). There were 924 housing units. The racial makeup of the city was 72.8% White, 6.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 7.5% from some other races and 11.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18.1% of the population. [20]

2010 census

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,393 people, 529 households, and 365 families residing in the city. The population density was 491.8 inhabitants per square mile (189.9/km2). There were 593 housing units. The racial makeup of the city was 81.3% White, 10.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 5.7% from some other races and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.7% of the population.

There were 529 households, out of which 49.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 18.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 19, 5.9% from 20 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males.

Arts and culture

The Montgomery County Memorial Library System operates the Malcom Purvis Branch in the city.

Government

Local government

The Stroll, a half-mile walking path in downtown Magnolia. Magnolia Stroll.jpg
The Stroll, a half-mile walking path in downtown Magnolia.

As an incorporated city with a population of over than 5,000, Magnolia is designated as a general law city under the Constitution of Texas. [21] It is governed at the local level by an elected mayor and five council members. As of May 2024, the mayor is Matthew "Doc" Dantzer. Council member Richard Carby also serves as mayor pro tem. The other council members are Daniel Miller, Buck Perino, Brandon Jacobs, and Jack L Huitt, Jr. [1]

In 2011 the citizenry voted to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages. Magnolia was the last "dry" city in Montgomery County. [22]

On April 9, 2013, the Magnolia City Council adopted a 20-year comprehensive plan entitled, "Magnolia on the Move." [23] In the plan, the city outlines its vision for dealing with the projected business and residential growth in the area. [24]

In 2015, the city adopted a Unified Development Code (UDC) to outline the specific steps development should take to comply with the comprehensive plan. The UDC includes specific restrictions on development, including restrictions on the height of signs, the materials used to construct buildings, and the protection of live oak and magnolia trees. [25]

State government

In the Texas Senate, Magnolia is part of District 4, represented by Republican Brandon Creighton. In the Texas House of Representatives, Magnolia is part of District 3, represented by Cecil Bell Jr. [26]

Federal government

In the United States Senate, Republicans John Cornyn and Ted Cruz represent the entire state of Texas. In the United States House of Representatives, Magnolia is part of District 8, represented by Republican Kevin Brady. [26]

The United States Postal Service Magnolia Post Office is located at 815 Goodson Road. [27]

Education

Public schools

The city of Magnolia is part of the Magnolia Independent School District. [28]

Colleges and universities

The Texas Legislature designates Magnolia ISD (and therefore all of Magnolia) as a part of Lone Star College (originally the North Harris Montgomery Community College District). [29] The territory in Splendora ISD joined the community college district in 2000. [30]

Infrastructure

Magnolia is located at the intersection of FM 1488 and FM 1774 (also known as Magnolia Boulevard).

Notable people

Notes

  1. ↑ Mean monthly maxima and minima (i.e. the highest and lowest temperature readings during an entire month or year) calculated based on data at said location from 1981 to 2010.
  2. ↑ Official records for the entire Houston area were kept at the Weather Bureau in downtown Houston from July 1888 to May 1969, and at George Bush Intercontinental Airport since June 1969. [12]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Mayor & City Council". City of Magnolia, Texas. September 20, 2024.
  2. ↑ "Richard Carby". City of Magnolia, Texas. September 20, 2024.
  3. 1 2 "2024 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  4. 1 2 U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Magnolia, Texas
  5. 1 2 3 "Explore Census Data". United States Census Bureau . Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  6. 1 2 "City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2023". United States Census Bureau. September 20, 2024. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  7. ↑ "Magnolia (TX) sales tax rate" . Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  8. 1 2 Magnolia, TX (Montgomery County). Handbook of Texas: June 15, 2010. Accessed on July 9, 2017.
  9. 1 2 3 4 5 Jackson, Charles Christopher. Mink Texas. Handbook of Texas Online: June 10, 2010. Accessed on July 9, 2017.
  10. 1 2 Town of Magnolia. County Genweb: October 18, 2016. Accessed on July 9, 2017.
  11. ↑ Climate Summary for Magnolia, Texas
  12. ↑ ThreadEx
  13. ↑ "Data Tools: 1981-2010 Normals for Hooks Memorial Airport". National Centers for Environmental Information . Retrieved July 10, 2017.
  14. ↑ "NOWData: Monthly Summarized Data for Bush Intercontinental Airport". National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
  15. ↑ "Census of Population and Housing". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  16. ↑ Texas Almanac. "Texas Almanac: City Population History from 1850–2000" (PDF). Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  17. ↑ Texas Almanac. "Texas Almanac: Population History of Counties from 1850–2010" (PDF). Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  18. ↑ "P2 HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE – 2020: DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171) – Magnolia city, Texas".
  19. ↑ "US Census Bureau, Table P16: Household Type". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  20. ↑ "How many people live in Magnolia city, Texas". USA Today. Retrieved September 20, 2024.
  21. ↑ Texas Constitution, Article XI, Section 4.
  22. ↑ "Pasadena, Lamar OK bond issues." Houston Chronicle . Tuesday November 8, 2011. Retrieved on November 11, 2011.
  23. ↑ Magnolia on the Move: Comprehensive Plan. City of Magnolia, Texas: Adopted April 9, 2013. Accessed on July 9, 2017.
  24. ↑ Simmons, Crystal. Progress: Magnolia on the Move lays out plans for next 20 years. Houston Chronicle: February 27, 2013. Accessed November 11, 2017.
  25. ↑ Gray, Holly. Magnolia seeks business-friendly development code. Community Impact Newspaper: November 2, 2017. Accessed November 11, 2017.
  26. 1 2 Who Represents Me: Magnolia. Texas Legislative Council. Accessed on July 9, 2017.
  27. ↑ "Post Office Location - MAGNOLIA Archived July 18, 2012, at archive.today ." United States Postal Service . Retrieved on December 6, 2008.
  28. ↑ "2022 Elementary Attendance Zones" (PDF). Magnolia Independent School District. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
  29. ↑ Texas Education Code, Sec. 130.191. LONE STAR COLLEGE SYSTEM DISTRICT SERVICE AREA..
  30. ↑ "History." North Harris Montgomery Community College District. December 22, 2002. Retrieved on April 5, 2010.
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