New Alexandria, Ohio facts for kids
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New Alexandria, Ohio
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Welcome sign near west entrance of the village
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Location of New Alexandria in Jefferson County and in the state of Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Jefferson |
| Townships | Cross Creek, Wells |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.37 sq mi (0.95 km2) |
| • Land | 0.37 sq mi (0.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 232 |
| • Density | 632.15/sq mi (244.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43938
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-54012 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399450 |
New Alexandria is a small village located in eastern Jefferson County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 232 people lived there. It is part of the larger Weirton–Steubenville metropolitan area.
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History of New Alexandria
New Alexandria got its name from Alexander Smith. He was the person who planned out the town in 1831. Before that, the area was known as "Tempo" by the people living nearby.
Some say "Tempo" came from a special hotel. This hotel, run by Matthew Thompson around 1820, was a "temperance hotel." This meant it did not serve alcohol, which was unusual back then. Others think the name came from a village called Tempo in Ireland, where Mr. Thompson grew up.
Mr. Thompson also opened the first store and became the first postmaster in the village. In 1831, Mr. Smith opened a hotel and another store. New Alexandria grew slowly because it was far from major train lines or rivers. However, it was an important trading spot for the farms and communities around it.
The village officially became a town in 1871. Over the years, it has been home to many small businesses, churches, clubs, a cemetery, a post office, a community park, a school, and a volunteer fire department.
New Alexandria During the Civil War
During the American Civil War, in 1863, a famous event called Morgan's Raid happened. A Confederate general named John Hunt Morgan traveled through many Ohio towns. New Alexandria was one of the places he passed through. This raid ended with a Union victory at the Battle of Salineville.
Geography of New Alexandria
New Alexandria is located in the southern part of Cross Creek Township. Its southern border is the Wells Township line.
The United States Census Bureau says the village covers a total area of about 0.95 square kilometers (0.37 square miles). All of this area is land, with no water.
People of New Alexandria
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 198 | — | |
| 1860 | 228 | 15.2% | |
| 1870 | 167 | −26.8% | |
| 1880 | 175 | 4.8% | |
| 1890 | 122 | −30.3% | |
| 1900 | 148 | 21.3% | |
| 1910 | 185 | 25.0% | |
| 1920 | 141 | −23.8% | |
| 1930 | 241 | 70.9% | |
| 1940 | 328 | 36.1% | |
| 1950 | 383 | 16.8% | |
| 1960 | 396 | 3.4% | |
| 1970 | 425 | 7.3% | |
| 1980 | 410 | −3.5% | |
| 1990 | 257 | −37.3% | |
| 2000 | 222 | −13.6% | |
| 2010 | 272 | 22.5% | |
| 2020 | 232 | −14.7% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, the village had 272 people living in 107 households. About 74 of these were families. The population density was about 735 people per square mile. There were 116 homes in total.
Most of the people living in New Alexandria were White (97.1%). A small number were African American (1.5%) or from two or more races (1.5%).
About 26% of households had children under 18. Most households (57%) were married couples living together. About 22% of households were single individuals. Around 12% of people living alone were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the village was 45.7 years. About 21% of residents were under 18. About 4% were between 18 and 24. The largest group, 32%, was between 45 and 64 years old. About 18.8% were 65 or older. Slightly more than half the population (53.3%) was male, and 46.7% was female.
Education in New Alexandria
Students in New Alexandria attend public schools run by the Buckeye Local School District.
Images for kids
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Houses on Ohio State Route 151
See also
In Spanish: New Alexandria (Ohio) para niños
