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New Alexandria, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Alexandria is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 445. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
445 Population 524/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $44,706 per capita
$184,500 Home Value $206,588 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,500 home value, $525/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$44,706
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,500
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,588
Housing Units266
Rent Burden34.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.7%
Libraries22

Is New Alexandria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Alexandria receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. New 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 New Alexandria is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Alexandria is $184,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% 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 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Alexandria has a population of 445 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

445
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Alexandria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: New Alexandria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,706
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Alexandria is $184,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,588.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,500
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
New Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates40.3945°N, 79.4175°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 75.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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