Home Value $121,400

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.8%

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.8%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

How Alexander Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population258

Median Age37.4 yrs

Density263/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$31,727

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$2,062M

Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$121,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$166,521

Housing Units78

Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity39.8%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking16.7%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain39.3 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation658 ft (201 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.8%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score3.62

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%

Commute24 min

Broadband82.0%

Libraries3

Is Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexander receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Alexander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexander is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.6/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Alexander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alexander has a population of 258 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

258

Total Population

263

People / sq mi

37.4yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.3%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.7%
	80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexander is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$31,727
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,023
IRS Avg AGI	$67,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	714
County GDP	$2,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants	90
Healthcare	97
Retail	127
Manufacturing	35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,007
	43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexander is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,521.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$121,400
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$166,521

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$763
1 Bedroom	$807
2 Bedrooms	$992
3 Bedrooms	$1,380
4 Bedrooms	$1,664

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	93.9%
Housing Units	78
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,007
	43% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.12%

In Alexander, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alexander vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.8%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.5%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.7%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.4%
Physical Inactivity	22.9%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.7%
Dental Visits	58.3%
Premature Death	8,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	72.8%
Healthcare Facilities	97

Alexander has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.7°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.3 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	658 ft (201 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	263/sq mi
Coordinates	39.7218°N, 90.0368°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17137

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%

D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.8%
	26% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	3.62

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	263/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	97
Restaurants	90
Retail Stores	127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.0%

Alexander, IL

How Alexander Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Income: Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Alexander vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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