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Alexander, NY

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Alexander is a small town in New York with a population of 444. Residents earn $69,792 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
444 Population 1,009/sq mi density
$69,792 Median Income $33,412 per capita
$143,800 Home Value $234,174 Zillow
$963 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$69,792 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $963/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,792
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.0%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population444
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,009/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,792
Per Capita$33,412
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,174
Housing Units207
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity29.5%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.8%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexander receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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 $69,792, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexander is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Alexander has a population of 444 with a density of 1,009 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

444
Total Population
1,009
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexander is $69,792, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,792
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,412
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$64,617

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)930
County GDP$2,368M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare59
Retail123
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexander is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,174.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,174

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,781
94% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Alexander, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death6,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.1%
Healthcare Facilities59
Alexander has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Coordinates42.9020°N, 78.2591°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,009/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants74
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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