Alexander, ND

North Dakota

Alexander is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 268. Residents earn $135,179 per year, which is 80% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
268 Population 216/sq mi density
$135,179 Median Income $39,679 per capita
$340,300 Home Value
$1,396 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$135,179 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$340,300 home value, $1,396/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,179
80% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,300
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,396
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,179
Per Capita$39,679
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,355M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$340,300
Rent$1,396
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation2,163 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute34 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexander receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Alexander stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexander is $135,179, which is significantly higher than the national average — 80% above $75,149. This places Alexander among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexander is $340,300, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,396 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexander has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 50.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Alexander has a population of 268 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

268
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexander is $135,179, which is 80% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,179
80% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,679
Avg Weekly Wage$1,750
IRS Avg AGI$143,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)819
County GDP$4,355M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare20
Retail47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,576
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexander is $340,300, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,396 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,300
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,396
20% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,576
2% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Alexander, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death13,744/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities20

Crime Rates: Alexander vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Alexander has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall50.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates47.8381°N, 103.6432°W
County FIPS38053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.6-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.4%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants47
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

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