Alexander, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alexander, Kansas had a total population of 24, the 683rd largest city in Kansas. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Alexander Quick Facts
How Alexander Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 32 | 24 | -25.0% |
How Alexander Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alexander Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Rush County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse | 1,154 | $53,750 | 8.1% | $84,600 |
| Otis | 413 | $63,194 | 19.4% | $64,700 |
| McCracken | 200 | $38,281 | 12.5% | $44,300 |
| Rush Center | 179 | $70,750 | 11.2% | $81,700 |
| Bison | 141 | $65,822 | 3.5% | $52,700 |
| Liebenthal | 87 | $51,250 | 19.5% | $45,600 |
| Timken | 36 | N/A | 11.1% | $67,000 |
Cities Similar to Alexander
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo | 24 | N/A | $256,300 | 23.5% | 33.3% |
| Sycamore | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 58.3% |
| Wilmore | 24 | $71,250 | $70,000 | 0.0% | 8.3% |
| Yoder | 24 | N/A | N/A | 25.0% | 37.5% |
| Aurora | 25 | $78,125 | N/A | 21.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 24, Alexander's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alexander is a small community located in Kansas, within Rush County. The total population is 24. It ranks as the 683rd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alexander is 52.8 years. This is 41% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 20.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Alexander, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Alexander has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alexander, Kansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 721 Census-designated places in Kansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alexander, Kansas?
Alexander, Kansas has a population of 24 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alexander, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Alexander — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alexander, KS?
The poverty rate in Alexander is 16.7%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alexander, Kansas?
Alexander's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alexander, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Alexander — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Alexander, Kansas?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Alexander hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.