Median Income
$72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.9%
4% lower than US avg
How New Alexandria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population358
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.5%
Economy
A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$26,928
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,317M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%
Health
Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+84.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries2
Is New Alexandria a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Alexandria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Alexandria is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.9% 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 New Alexandria is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
New Alexandria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
New Alexandria has a population of 358 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).
Population
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Alexandria vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Alexandria vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Alexandria is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: New Alexandria vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,083 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,928 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,514 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 618 |
| County GDP | $1,317M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 49 |
| Healthcare | 58 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,093 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
The median home value in New Alexandria is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,100 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $840 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,093 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
In New Alexandria, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Alexandria vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,823/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 58 |
Crime Rates: New Alexandria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
New Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,228 ft (374 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 968/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2916°N, 80.6751°W |
| County FIPS | 54009 |