Total Population
142
Population
Growth Rate
-1.30%
Median Age
48
Diversity Index
11.900
Alexandria is a rich agricultural area with dry land and irrigated crop land supporting corn, soybeans, milo, and alfalfa as well as cattle and hog livestock operations.
Alexandria is located on Big Sandy Creek and near the Little Blue River, a well-known historical region on the Oregon Trail where many early settlers passed through. Alexandria’s founding families were involved with the Pony Express. Visitors enjoy camping and picnics at the Alexandria State Lakes. The Big Sandy Creek, on the immediate south edge of town, is scenic and easily accessible. Union Pacific Railroad, is on the south edge of town. The ABC Railroad, whose name is derived alphabetically from surrounding towns, Alexandria, Belvidere, and Carleton, is located in Thayer County. The Union Pacific marks special occasions by sending its antique steam engine through town.
Households
57
Total Housing Units
88
Owner Occupied
47
Renter Occupied
9
Vacant
31
Median Home Value
$85,000
Average Home Value
$137,766
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.50%
Median Household
$62,353 $64,848
Average Household
$96,409 $111,964
Per Capita
$40,719 $46,060
Total Businesses
4
Total Employed
5
Workers 16+
84
2022 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
1
Employed
3
2022 Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt
Businesses
1
Employed
1
2022 Transportation/Warehouse
Businesses
1
Employed
1
Some
High School
5
Graduated
High School
28
Associates
Degree
19
Bachelor's
Degree
19
Graduate
Degree
7
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
46
Non-Resident Commuters
34
Drive Alone
55
Carpooled
25
Public
1
Work At Home
2