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Alexandria
City in South Dakota, United States
Overview
Alexandria is a small, friendly city in southeastern South Dakota known for its rural charm, close-knit community, and proximity to scenic Lake Hanson. The city offers a slower pace of life, local shops, and outdoor recreational opportunities surrounded by tranquil countryside.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
483
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
43.65°, -97.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,685
Local Cost
$1,040
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
8.9°C
Summer Avg
23.2°C
Winter Avg
-5.9°C
Record High
43.7°C
Record Low
-33.2°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
650 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
MHE
Distance
25 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.
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