Alexandria, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alexandria, Pennsylvania had a total population of 430, the 1417th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $71,875, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Alexandria Quick Facts
How Alexandria 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 | 401 | 430 | +7.2% |
| Median household income | $67,000 | $71,875 | +7.3% |
| Median home value | $138,500 | $155,000 | +11.9% |
How Alexandria 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+)
Alexandria Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Huntingdon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon | 6,897 | $67,125 | 9.3% | $198,900 |
| Mount Union | 2,328 | $40,625 | 26.7% | $98,200 |
| McConnellstown | 1,428 | $92,404 | 4.3% | $220,800 |
| Allenport | 719 | $116,250 | 7.8% | $151,500 |
| Orbisonia | 468 | $31,667 | 22.2% | $132,800 |
| Saltillo | 417 | $71,321 | 12.8% | $162,500 |
| Petersburg | 404 | $66,250 | 4.7% | $126,700 |
| Three Springs | 404 | $50,573 | 10.5% | $148,900 |
| Mapleton | 398 | $71,250 | 10.4% | $90,000 |
| Broad Top City | 391 | $70,272 | 16.1% | $111,200 |
Cities Similar to Alexandria
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Michael | 431 | N/A | N/A | 3.5% | 6.7% |
| Runville | 425 | N/A | $195,300 | 16.7% | 4.0% |
| McKean | 437 | $71,667 | $208,800 | 29.8% | 15.3% |
| Little Britain | 439 | N/A | $363,600 | 26.9% | 4.5% |
| Saltillo | 417 | $71,321 | $162,500 | 5.5% | 12.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 430, Alexandria'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
Alexandria is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Huntingdon County. The total population is 430. It ranks as the 1417th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alexandria is 37.2 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alexandria is $71,875. This is 8% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.5%. This is 67% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $155,000. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Alexandria is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Alexandria has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%.
Education
31.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alexandria, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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 Alexandria, Pennsylvania?
Alexandria, Pennsylvania has a population of 430 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alexandria, PA?
The median household income in Alexandria is $71,875, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alexandria, PA?
The poverty rate in Alexandria is 19.5%. This means approximately 84 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alexandria, Pennsylvania?
Alexandria's population is 91.9% White, 0.0% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alexandria, PA?
The median home value in Alexandria is $155,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Alexandria, Pennsylvania?
31.7% of adults (25+) in Alexandria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.