Alexandria, NE

Nebraska

Alexandria is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 77. Residents earn $51,771 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
77 Population 193/sq mi density
$51,771 Median Income $31,331 per capita
$50,700 Home Value $82,857 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,771 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,700 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,771
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,771
Per Capita$31,331
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$536M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$82,857
Housing Units91

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.8%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,431 ft (436 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries5

Is Alexandria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexandria receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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 offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexandria is $51,771, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexandria is $50,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexandria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Alexandria has a population of 77 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

77
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

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 $51,771, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Alexandria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,771
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,331
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$76,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexandria is $50,700, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $82,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,700
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$82,857

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.1%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
In Alexandria, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death6,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.9%
Healthcare Facilities10
Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,431 ft (436 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates40.2475°N, 97.3878°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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