Alexander
City in Franklin County, Iowa

Alexander is a city in Franklin County, Iowa, with 164 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,270 ft (387 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Rowan, 5.7 miles SW.
- 164residents (2020 Census)
- 1,270 ftelevation · 387 m
- 4.3 sq miland area · 11.1 km²
- 38 / sq mipopulation density
- 50420ZIP code
About Alexander
Alexander is a city in Franklin County, Iowa, United States. The population was 164 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Alexander
- Median household income
- $56,250
- Median home value
- $55,600
- Median age
- 27.6
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Alexander had 164 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 164 |
|---|---|
| Density | 38 per sq mi (15 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Alexander at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Franklin County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 164 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.27 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8044° N, 93.4786° W |
| ZIP code | 50420 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1901090 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Alexander
- Rowan5.7 mi SW
- Latimer6.4 mi SE
- Belmond7.2 mi NW
- Coulter7.4 mi SE
- Meservey7.7 mi N
- Galt10.0 mi SW
- Dows10.2 mi S
- Thornton10.7 mi NE
- Goodell10.7 mi NW
- Chapin13.2 mi E
- Clarion13.7 mi W
- Swaledale14.5 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Alexander
What county is Alexander in?
Alexander is in Franklin County, Iowa.
What is the population of Alexander, IA?
164 people lived in Alexander at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Alexander, IA?
The ZIP code of Alexander is 50420.
What is the elevation of Alexander?
1,270 feet (387 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Alexander?
Rowan (5.7 mi), Latimer (6.4 mi), Belmond (7.2 mi), Coulter (7.4 mi), Meservey (7.7 mi).
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