Alexander, KS

Kansas

Alexander is a small town in Kansas with a population of 32. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
32 Population 123/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $33,963 per capita
$32,500 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$32,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $32,500
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$33,963
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$196M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$32,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Elevation2,076 ft (633 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute47 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries4

Is Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexander receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Alexander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexander is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexander is $32,500, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Alexander has a population of 32 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

32
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.8%
Female 31.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexander is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,963
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$56,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$196M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexander is $32,500, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$32,500
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,333
5% below US avg
Effective Rate10.26%
Alexander has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,076 ft (633 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates38.4694°N, 99.5530°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants4
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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