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Alexandria, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Alexandria is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 401. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
401 Population 3,645/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $31,025 per capita
$138,500 Home Value $206,665 Zillow
$795 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,500 home value, $795/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population401
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density3,645/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$31,025
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,500
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,665
Housing Units163
Rent Burden29.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation707 ft (215 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband98.3%
Libraries8

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. 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 $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexandria is $138,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 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

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexandria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Alexandria has a population of 401 with a density of 3,645 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).

Population

401
Total Population
3,645
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexandria is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Alexandria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,025
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexandria is $138,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,665.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,665

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation707 ft (215 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,645/sq mi
Coordinates40.5584°N, 78.0999°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 98.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,645/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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