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West Alexander, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

West Alexander is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 572. Residents earn $75,208 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
572 Population 469/sq mi density
$75,208 Median Income $33,122 per capita
$155,800 Home Value $196,063 Zillow
$986 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,800 home value, $986/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,208
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population572
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,208
Per Capita$33,122
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$5,057M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,800
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,063
Housing Units222
Rent Burden14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries1

Is West Alexander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Alexander receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. West Alexander offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Alexander is $75,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Alexander is $155,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $986 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

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Alexander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Alexander has a population of 572 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

572
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Alexander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Alexander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Alexander is $75,208, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: West Alexander vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,208
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,122
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$75,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,794
County GDP$5,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare229
Retail186
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in West Alexander is $155,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,063.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,800
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,063

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$61
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units222
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
West Alexander has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates40.1070°N, 80.5092°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities229
Restaurants140
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

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