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Alexander, Illinois Utility & Living Guide

Alexander is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Morgan County, Illinois, United States. Alexander is 10 miles (16 km) east of Jacksonville, the county seat, and has a post office with ZIP code 62601.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Total Utilities$315/mo

1BR Rent$1200/mo

Sales Tax6.25%

COL Index97 (-3)

Family Score6/10

Median Home$260000

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Living in Alexander, summers are warm, peaking at 84.9°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Feb lows average 21.5°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 4875 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 42.5 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $103,750. With a 11.0% poverty rate and 88.5% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Good — avg AQI 46 over the past week.

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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Local utility provider

🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Local gas utility

💧 Water

$35/mo

Municipal water department

🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Municipal waste management

📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$315/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom	$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms	$1500/mo
3 Bedrooms	$2000/mo
Median Home Price	$260000
Property Tax Rate	2.07%
Avg Childcare/mo	$1000

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Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

US national avg = 100

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-3

Groceries

Transportation

100

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax	6.25%
Property Tax Rate	2.07%

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Family Vibe Score

6/10

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Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

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Population: 5,000

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📊 Alexander — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income

$103,750

🏠 Homeownership Rate

88.5%

🔑 Renter Rate

11.5%

📉 Poverty Rate

11.0%

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