Total Population
168
Population
Growth Rate
-0.72%
Median Age
51
Diversity Index
11.200
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
77
Total Housing Units
91
Owner Occupied
65
Renter Occupied
12
Vacant
14
Median Home Value
$125,000
Average Home Value
$167,692
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.12%
Median Household
$69,811 $77,545
Average Household
$100,661 $110,655
Per Capita
$46,136 $51,229
Total Businesses
3
Total Employed
4
Workers 16+
81
2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
1
Employed
3
2023 Transportation/Warehouse
Businesses
1
Employed
1
Some
High School
4
Graduated
High School
32
Associates
Degree
17
Bachelor's
Degree
25
Graduate
Degree
15
Average Commute Time
19 min.
Resident Commuters
59
Non-Resident Commuters
22
Drive Alone
64
Carpooled
5
Public
0
Work At Home
4