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Alexandria, MO

Missouri

Alexandria is a small town in Missouri with a population of 50. Residents earn $33,125 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
50 Population 132/sq mi density
$33,125 Median Income $27,278 per capita
$33,300 Home Value
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$33,300 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,125
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $33,300
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 73.3%
491% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,125
Per Capita$27,278
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty73.3%
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$33,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking22.4%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation492 ft (150 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
Broadband33.0%

Is Alexandria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexandria 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alexandria stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexandria is $33,125, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 73.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexandria is $33,300, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Alexandria has a population of 50 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

50
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexandria is $33,125, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 73.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Alexandria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,125
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,278

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate73.3%
491% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexandria is $33,300, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$33,300
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.0%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

In Alexandria, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits53.0%

Food & Exercise

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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