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Alexander Overview

180
TOTAL POPULATION
97
MALE POPULATION
83
FEMALE POPULATION
116.87
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,871
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
73.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
26.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
84
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Alexander Zip Codes

Alexander Area Codes

Race in Alexander

The most populous races in Alexander are White / Caucasian (172 | 95.6%), Hispanic or Latino (16 | 8.9%), and Two or more Races (6 | 3.3%).
Race in Alexander
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino168.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian17295.6%
Two or more Races63.3%
Some other Race21.1%
Total180100.0%

Ancestry in Alexander

The most populous ancestries reported in Alexander are German (77 | 42.8%), Irish (47 | 26.1%), English (19 | 10.6%), French (13 | 7.2%), and Mexican (10 | 5.6%), together accounting for 92.2% of all Alexander residents.
Ancestry in Alexander
Ancestry# Population% Population
American63.3%
Central American63.3%
Danish21.1%
English1910.6%
French137.2%
German7742.8%
Guatemalan63.3%
Irish4726.1%
Mexican105.6%
Norwegian105.6%
Russian21.1%
Scandinavian21.1%
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Immigrants in Alexander

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Alexander came from Central America (2 | 1.1%), Guatemala (2 | 1.1%), and Latin America (2 | 1.1%), together accounting for 3.3% of all Alexander residents.
Immigrants in Alexander
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America21.1%
Guatemala21.1%
Latin America21.1%
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Sex and Age in Alexander

Sex and Age in Alexander

The most populous age groups in Alexander are 15 to 19 Years (14 | 14.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (17 | 20.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Alexander
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (7.2%)6 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years5 (5.1%)17 (20.5%)
15 to 19 Years14 (14.4%)17 (20.5%)
20 to 24 Years11 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years7 (7.2%)5 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years9 (9.3%)1 (1.2%)
35 to 39 Years5 (5.1%)6 (7.2%)
40 to 44 Years2 (2.1%)11 (13.3%)
45 to 49 Years8 (8.3%)5 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years2 (2.1%)5 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years9 (9.3%)3 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years5 (5.1%)2 (2.4%)
65 to 69 Years5 (5.1%)4 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years5 (5.1%)1 (1.2%)
75 to 79 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over1 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (100.0%)83 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Alexander

Median Family Size in Alexander

Median Family Size in Alexander
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple30 (71.4%)3.70
Single Male/Father12 (28.6%)3.42
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families42 (100.0%)3.62

Median Household Size in Alexander

Median Household Size in Alexander
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple30 (48.4%)3.70
Single Male/Father12 (19.4%)3.67
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family20 (32.3%)1.25
Total Households62 (100.0%)2.90

Household Size by Marriage Status in Alexander

Out of a total of 62 households in Alexander, 42 (67.7%) are family households, while 20 (32.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 19, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 14.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Alexander
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-14 (22.6%)
2-Person Households19 (30.6%)6 (9.7%)
3-Person Households7 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households2 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households11 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (67.7%)20 (32.3%)

Female Fertility in Alexander

Fertility by Age in Alexander

Average fertility rate in Alexander is 22.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Alexander
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years1 (100.0%)45.0
Total1 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alexander

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alexander
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Alexander

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Alexander
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)45.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total1 (100.0%)22.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alexander

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alexander
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Alexander

Income Overview in Alexander

Per Capita Income in Alexander is $22,871, while median incomes of families and households are $46,250 and $60,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income180$22,871
Median Family Income42$46,250
Mean Family Income42$57,738
Median Household Income62$60,000
Mean Household Income62$63,608
Income Deficit42$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)18073.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)18026.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1800.35

Earnings by Sex in Alexander

Earnings by Sex in Alexander
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male49 (50.0%)$44,375
Female49 (50.0%)$11,576
Total98 (100.0%)$0

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alexander

The most common earnings brackets in Alexander are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (11 | 22.5%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (23 | 46.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alexander
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)2 (4.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49911 (22.5%)8 (16.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)23 (46.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (4.1%)2 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9991 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)1 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (2.0%)7 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9994 (8.2%)4 (8.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)2 (4.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9991 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+8 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alexander

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alexander
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$42,500$30,417
College or Associate's Degree$48,438$0
Bachelor's Degree$135,625$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$55,000$0

Family Income in Alexander

Family Income Brackets in Alexander

According to the Alexander family income data, there are 17 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Alexander
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99924.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991740.5%
$35,000 to $49,99949.5%
$50,000 to $74,99937.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991331.0%
$100,000 to $149,99937.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alexander

3-person families (7 | 16.7%) account for the highest median family income in Alexander with $80,313 per family, while 3-person families (7 | 16.7%) have the highest median income of $26,771 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alexander
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families19 (45.2%)$45,625
3-Person Families7 (16.7%)$80,313
4-Person Families2 (4.8%)$0
5-Person Families13 (30.9%)$31,719
6-Person Families1 (2.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total42 (100.0%)$46,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Alexander

Family Income by Number of Earners in Alexander
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3 (7.1%)$0
1 Earner13 (30.9%)$33,750
2 Earners26 (61.9%)$71,250
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total42 (100.0%)$46,250

Household Income in Alexander

Household Income Brackets in Alexander

With 18 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Alexander, accounting for 29.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Alexander
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00011.6%
$10,000 to $14,99923.2%
$15,000 to $24,99958.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991727.4%
$35,000 to $49,99958.1%
$50,000 to $74,99958.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991829.0%
$100,000 to $149,999914.5%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Alexander

The median household income in Alexander is $60,000, with the highest median household income of $80,938 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 33 households (53.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Alexander
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years33 (53.2%)$80,938
45 to 64 Years17 (27.4%)$63,750
65+ Years12 (19.4%)$31,500
Total62 (100.0%)$60,000

Poverty in Alexander

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alexander

With 19.6% poverty level for males and 47.0% for females among the residents of Alexander, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 15 females (88.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alexander
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (28.6%)2 (33.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years2 (100.0%)8 (72.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years7 (77.8%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)15 (88.2%)
25 to 34 Years3 (18.8%)5 (83.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)9 (52.9%)
45 to 54 Years5 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (19.6%)39 (47.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alexander

According to the poverty statistics in Alexander, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alexander
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (71.4%)4 (66.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)3 (27.3%)
12 to 14 Years3 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
15 Years2 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years12 (100.0%)2 (11.8%)
25 to 34 Years13 (81.2%)1 (16.7%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)8 (47.1%)
45 to 54 Years5 (50.0%)10 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
75 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (80.4%)44 (53.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alexander

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Alexander show that 30.0% or 9 of the total 30 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 57.1%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alexander
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
3 or 4 Children1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (70.0%)9 (30.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Alexander

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Alexander
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Alexander

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Alexander
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children1 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Alexander

Employment by Class of Employer in Alexander

Among the 84 employed individuals in Alexander, private company employees (68 | 80.9%), local government employees (5 | 5.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (4 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Alexander
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6880.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)44.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)33.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations33.6%
Local Government Employees55.9%
State Government Employees11.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total84100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Alexander

Employment Status by Age in Alexander
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years17 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years9 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years6 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years3 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total84 (61.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alexander

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alexander
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15 (68.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma16 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree22 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Alexander

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alexander are Management (11 | 13.1%), Community & Social Service (6 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (6 | 7.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2 | 2.4%), and Architecture & Engineering (2 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Alexander

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alexander, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Alexander
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
Total (Overall)36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Alexander are Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 13.1%), Healthcare Support (6 | 7.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (5 | 5.9%).
Services Occupations in Alexander

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Alexander
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (27.3%)8 (72.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (13.6%)19 (86.4%)
Total (Overall)36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Alexander are Office & Administration (7 | 8.3%), and Sales & Related (3 | 3.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Alexander

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Alexander
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Office & Administration2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Total (Category)2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total (Overall)36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Alexander

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Alexander
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Alexander are Transportation (18 | 21.4%), Material Moving (10 | 11.9%), and Production (5 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Alexander

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Alexander
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation3 (16.7%)15 (83.3%)
Material Moving10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (54.5%)15 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Alexander

Employment Industries in Alexander

The major employment industries in Alexander include Transportation & Warehousing (23 | 27.4%), Manufacturing (14 | 16.7%), Educational Services (14 | 16.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (8 | 9.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (7 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Alexander

Employment Industries by Sex in Alexander

The Alexander industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Alexander
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (34.8%)15 (65.2%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)

Education in Alexander

School Enrollment in Alexander

The most common levels of schooling among the 39 students in Alexander are middle school (19 | 48.7%), high school (17 | 43.6%), and graduate / professional (3 | 7.7%).
School Enrollment in Alexander
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School1948.7%
High School1743.6%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional37.7%
Total39100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alexander

Out of a total of 39 students who are enrolled in schools in Alexander, 3 (7.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 36 (92.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 22 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alexander
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total36 (92.3%)3 (7.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alexander

Business (8 | 42.1%), education (5 | 26.3%), literature & languages (5 | 26.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 19 individuals in Alexander who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alexander
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural15.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business842.1%
Education526.3%
Literature & Languages526.3%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total19100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Alexander

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alexander

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Alexander are males with 2 vehicles (16, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (14, making up 33.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alexander
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle7 (19.4%)3 (6.2%)
2 Vehicles16 (44.4%)14 (29.2%)
3 Vehicles5 (13.9%)27 (56.2%)
4 Vehicles5 (13.9%)2 (4.2%)
5 or more Vehicles3 (8.3%)2 (4.2%)
Total36 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Alexander

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Alexander are 30 to 34 minutes (23 commuters, 29.9%), 15 to 19 minutes (14 commuters, 18.2%), and 35 to 39 minutes (12 commuters, 15.6%).
Commute Time in Alexander
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11.3%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes810.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1418.2%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes911.7%
30 to 34 Minutes2329.9%
35 to 39 Minutes1215.6%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes810.4%
60 to 89 Minutes22.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Alexander

The most common commute times in Alexander are 35 to 39 minutes (10 commuters, 29.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (15 commuters, 34.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Alexander
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes5 (14.7%)9 (20.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes6 (17.6%)3 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (23.5%)15 (34.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (29.4%)2 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (8.8%)5 (11.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes1 (2.9%)1 (2.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alexander

The most frequent times of departure to work in Alexander are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (7, 20.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (21, 48.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alexander
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (2.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)1 (2.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (16.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)21 (48.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (20.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (20.6%)4 (9.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM6 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Alexander

Occupancy by Ownership in Alexander

Of the total 62 dwellings in Alexander, owner-occupied units account for 48 (77.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 14 (22.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Alexander
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4877.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1422.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units62100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Alexander

Occupancy by Household Size in Alexander
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1422.6%
2-Person Household2540.3%
3-Person Household711.3%
4+ Person Household1625.8%
Total Housing Units62100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alexander

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alexander
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
2-Person Household25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household6 (85.7%)1 (14.3%)
4+ Person Household8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
Total Housing Units48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alexander

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alexander
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2 (13.3%)13 (86.7%)
High School Diploma11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
College/Associate Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alexander

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alexander
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1422.6%
35 to 44 Years1930.6%
45 to 54 Years34.8%
55 to 64 Years1422.6%
65 to 74 Years914.5%
75 to 84 Years23.2%
85 Years and Over11.6%
Total62100.0%

Housing Finances in Alexander

Median Income by Occupancy in Alexander

Median Income by Occupancy in Alexander
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied48 (77.4%)$75,000
Renter-Occupied14 (22.6%)$31,667
Average62 (100.0%)$60,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alexander

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alexander
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)1 (7.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9992 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9992 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (16.7%)9 (64.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9994 (8.3%)1 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (31.2%)3 (21.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alexander

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alexander
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3009 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49915 (31.2%)4 (28.6%)
$500 to $79918 (37.5%)9 (64.3%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4996 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Alexander

Housing Structures in Alexander

Housing Structures in Alexander
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5893.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments34.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments11.6%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total62100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alexander

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alexander
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached48 (82.8%)10 (17.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (77.4%)14 (22.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alexander

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alexander
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)4 (28.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms11 (22.9%)1 (7.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms28 (58.3%)9 (64.3%)
8 or more Rooms9 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alexander

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alexander
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas29 (60.4%)9 (64.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (10.4%)1 (7.1%)
Electricity14 (29.2%)4 (28.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Alexander

Household Vehicle Usage in Alexander
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)1 (7.1%)
1 Vehicle9 (18.8%)5 (35.7%)
2 Vehicles20 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles19 (39.6%)8 (57.1%)
Total48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Alexander

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Alexander

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3513
Median Property Value$40,600$45,000
Median Household Income$80,313$0
Monthly Housing Costs$385$0
Real Estate Taxes$783$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alexander

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alexander
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00025 (71.4%)9 (69.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9994 (11.4%)2 (15.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9995 (14.3%)2 (15.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9991 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alexander

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alexander
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9993 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (22.9%)4 (30.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (5.7%)3 (23.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (31.4%)2 (15.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (25.7%)4 (30.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alexander

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alexander
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x29 (82.9%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x5 (14.3%)11 (84.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)2 (15.4%)
4.0x or more1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alexander

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alexander
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80018 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (45.7%)9 (69.2%)
$800 to $1,4991 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Alexander

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alexander

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alexander
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
35 to 44 Years20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
45 to 54 Years15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
55 to 64 Years18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total168 (93.3%)12 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alexander

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alexander
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alexander

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alexander
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0009 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99975 (87.2%)11 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alexander

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alexander
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 613 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years11 (30.6%)25 (69.4%)
19 to 25 Years11 (39.3%)17 (60.7%)
25 to 34 Years7 (31.8%)14 (63.6%)
35 to 44 Years1 (4.2%)19 (79.2%)
45 to 54 Years1 (5.0%)15 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years10 (52.6%)10 (52.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)5 (33.3%)
75 Years and over3 (100.0%)2 (66.7%)
Total72 (40.0%)107 (59.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alexander

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alexander
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years11 (35.5%)1 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years2 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Alexander

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Alexander: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Alexander: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Alexander: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years5 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Alexander: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Alexander: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Alexander

Computing Device Access in Alexander

Computing Device Access in Alexander
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4674.2%
Smartphone4979.0%
Tablet3048.4%
No Computing Device1016.1%
Total62100.0%

Internet Access in Alexander

Internet Access in Alexander
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet11.6%
Broadband Home1727.4%
Cellular Data Only1321.0%
Satellite Internet1422.6%
No Internet1321.0%
Total62100.0%

Alexander Summary

Alexander, Iowa is a small town located in the northwest corner of the state, in the county of Hamilton. It is situated on the banks of the Boone River, and is home to a population of just over 500 people. The town was founded in 1856, and has a rich history of farming, industry, and small-town life.

Geography

Alexander is located in the northwest corner of Iowa, in Hamilton County. It is situated on the banks of the Boone River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town is located about 25 miles from the state capital of Des Moines, and is about an hour and a half drive from the larger cities of Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. The town is located in the Central Time Zone, and has an elevation of 1,068 feet.

Economy

Alexander’s economy is largely based on agriculture and small businesses. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a restaurant, and a few other small shops. The town also has a few small manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and other items. The town is also home to a few farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Alexander had a population of 514 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Alexander was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

History

Alexander was founded in 1856 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury. The town was originally a farming community, and the settlers quickly established a number of small businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a post office.
In the late 19th century, Alexander began to experience a period of growth and prosperity. The town was home to a number of small manufacturing companies, which produced a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and other items. The town also had a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
In the early 20th century, Alexander experienced a period of decline. The town’s population began to decline, and many of the small businesses closed. In the late 20th century, the town began to experience a period of revitalization, and the population began to grow again. Today, Alexander is a small, but vibrant community, with a rich history and a bright future.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Alexander?
Total Population of Alexander is 180.
What is the Total Male Population of Alexander?
Total Male Population of Alexander is 97.
What is the Total Female Population of Alexander?
Total Female Population of Alexander is 83.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Alexander?
There are 116.87 Males per 100 Females in Alexander.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Alexander?
There are 85.57 Females per 100 Males in Alexander.
What is the Median Population Age in Alexander?
Median Population Age in Alexander is 32.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Alexander
Average Family Size in Alexander is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Alexander
Average Household Size in Alexander is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Alexander?
Per Capita income in Alexander is $22,871.
What is the Median Family Income in Alexander?
Median Family Income in Alexander is $46,250.
What is the Median Household income in Alexander?
Median Household Income in Alexander is $60,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Alexander?
Income or Wage Gap in Alexander is 73.9%.
Women in Alexander earn 26.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Alexander?
Inequality or Gini Index in Alexander is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Alexander?
There are 84 People in the Labor Forcein in Alexander.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Alexander?
61.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Alexander.