What are the schools like in Alexandria, PA?

Alexandria is served primarily by Juniata Valley SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Alexandria?

The median household income in Alexandria, PA is $58,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.8%.

What is the weather like in Alexandria, PA?

Alexandria has an average high temperature of 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.7 inches.

Alexandria, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Alexandria, PA affordable or expensive?

Alexandria's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Alexandria is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $138,100 and the median rent is $950 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Alexandria, PA?

Crime rate data for Alexandria is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Alexandria, PA a Good Place to Live?

Alexandria is a small town of 369 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $58,125 and a 6.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Alexandria stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Alexandria is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Alexandria city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.3

Alexandria's overall cost of living index is 94.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Alexandria costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Alexandria, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$138,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$950	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Alexandria is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Alexandria is served primarily by Juniata Valley SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Alexandria, PA	National Avg
School District	Juniata Valley SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Alexandria sees average highs of 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 40.7 inches of annual precipitation and 25.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Alexandria, PA
Average High — January	37.3°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	40.7"
Annual Snowfall	25.7"

Demographics

Metric	Alexandria, PA	National Avg
Population	369	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.1%	22.2%
65 and over	14.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Petersburg, PA 3 mi Yellow Springs, PA 6 mi Huntingdon, PA 6 mi Cove Forge, PA 7 mi McConnellstown, PA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Alexandria

Alexandria, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16611

Alexandria vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandria, PA affordable or expensive?

Alexandria's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Alexandria roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $138,100 and median rent is $950/month.

What is the crime rate in Alexandria, PA?

Crime data for Alexandria is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Alexandria?

Public schools in Alexandria are operated by Juniata Valley SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 27.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Alexandria, PA a good place to live?

Alexandria, PA has a population of 369, a median household income of $58,125, and an unemployment rate of 6.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Alexandria?

Alexandria averages 37.3°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.7 inches with about 25.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Alexandria?

Alexandria, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16611.

What is the population of Alexandria?

The population of Alexandria, Pennsylvania is 369 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Alexandria?

Key numbers for living in Alexandria: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $138,100, median household income $58,125, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Alexandria side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.