Magnolia, Illinois facts for kids
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Village of Magnolia
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Welcome sign along the road into Magnolia
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Location of Magnolia in Putnam County, Illinois.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Putnam |
| Township | Magnolia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Land | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 661 ft (201 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 256 |
| • Density | 817.89/sq mi (316.10/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
61336
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| FIPS code | 17-46110 |
| Website | [None] |
Magnolia is a small village located in Putnam County, Illinois, in the United States. In 2020, about 256 people lived there. It is part of the larger Ottawa area.
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History of Magnolia
Magnolia is the oldest village in Putnam County. It was first settled in the 1830s by William Hawes. Long ago, over 2,000 people were said to live here. Today, the village has around 300 citizens.
Magnolia was once famous for its mushroom festival. This festival later moved to a bigger city. Now, Magnolia hosts "Magnolia Days" events every August. These events bring the community together.
The village's high school building was built in 1912. It was later taken down in 2006. In 1964, Magnolia joined a new school district called Putnam County. This district combined schools from Magnolia, McNabb, Hennepin, Granville, Standard, and Mark.
In the past, Magnolia had many businesses. There was a bank, a jail, and a grocery store. Today, the village has a restaurant, a tavern, a consignment shop, and several churches. The Magnolia Masonic Lodge is another old community group. Magnolia also has a strong history of military service. Many people support the American Legion.
Geography of Magnolia
Magnolia is a small village. According to the 2010 census, its total area is about 0.33 square miles. All of this area is land.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 305 | — | |
| 1890 | 287 | −5.9% | |
| 1900 | 264 | −8.0% | |
| 1910 | 368 | 39.4% | |
| 1920 | 321 | −12.8% | |
| 1930 | 300 | −6.5% | |
| 1940 | 319 | 6.3% | |
| 1950 | 285 | −10.7% | |
| 1960 | 245 | −14.0% | |
| 1970 | 328 | 33.9% | |
| 1980 | 308 | −6.1% | |
| 1990 | 261 | −15.3% | |
| 2000 | 279 | 6.9% | |
| 2010 | 260 | −6.8% | |
| 2020 | 256 | −1.5% | |
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In 2000, there were 279 people living in Magnolia. These people lived in 103 households. About 73 of these were families. The village had about 937 people per square mile.
Many types of people live in Magnolia. In 2000, most residents were White (95.70%). A smaller number were African American (2.51%), Native American (1.08%), or Asian (0.72%). About 0.36% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 33% of households had children under 18. Over half (57.3%) were married couples. About 22.3% of households had people living alone. The average household had 2.71 people. The average family had 3.20 people.
The age of people in the village varied. About 28.7% were under 18. About 14.7% were 65 or older. The average age was 36 years old.
The average income for a household in Magnolia was $38,125 in 2000. For families, the average income was $45,625. About 11.1% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included 11.9% of children under 18.
Two main families make up a large part of Magnolia's population. The Smith family is about 50% of the people. The Ringenberg family is about 10%.
Economy of Magnolia
Magnolia is mostly a farming community. There are no big factories or industries here. Most people work for local farmers. Others work as union contractors. Many also travel to nearby towns for their jobs.
Notable People from Magnolia
- Mildred Amanda Baker Bonham (1840-1907), a traveler and writer.
- Charles E. Mills (1867-1929), a businessman.
- Victor Cicero Kays (1882–1966), an American teacher and coach. He was the first president of Arkansas State University.
See also
In Spanish: Magnolia (Illinois) para niños
