What are the schools like in Alexandria, SD?

Alexandria is served primarily by Hanson School District 30-1. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Alexandria?

The median household income in Alexandria, SD is $89,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Alexandria, SD?

Alexandria has an average high temperature of 25.3°F in January and 84.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Alexandria, SD affordable or expensive?

Alexandria's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Alexandria is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $152,200 and the median rent is $726 per month.

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

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

Is Alexandria, SD a Good Place to Live?

Alexandria is a small town of 839 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $89,750 . Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. 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: 90.2

Alexandria's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Alexandria costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Alexandria, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$152,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$726	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$89,750	$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 Hanson School District 30-1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Alexandria, SD	National Avg
School District	Hanson School District 30-1	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Alexandria sees average highs of 25.3°F in January and 84.2°F in July, with 25.3 inches of annual precipitation and 36.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Alexandria, SD
Average High — January	25.3°F
Average High — July	84.2°F
Annual Precipitation	25.3"
Annual Snowfall	36.3"

Demographics

Metric	Alexandria, SD	National Avg
Population	839	—
Median Age	33.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	33.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Alexandria

Alexandria, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

57311

Alexandria vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandria, SD affordable or expensive?

Alexandria's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Alexandria roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $152,200 and median rent is $726/month.

What is the crime rate in Alexandria, SD?

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 Hanson School District 30-1. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 26.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Alexandria, SD a good place to live?

Alexandria, SD has a population of 839, a median household income of $89,750, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 25.3°F in January and 84.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 25.3 inches with about 36.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Alexandria?

Alexandria, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 57311.

What is the population of Alexandria?

The population of Alexandria, South Dakota is 839 with a median age of 33.5. 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 90 (100 = US average), median home $152,200, median household income $89,750, schools rated B. 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.