West Alexandria, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Alexandria, Ohio
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West Alexandria, 2021
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Location of West Alexandria, Ohio
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Location of West Alexandria in Preble County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Preble |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.86 sq mi (2.24 km2) |
| • Land | 0.86 sq mi (2.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 896 ft (273 m) |
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| • Total | 1,334 |
| • Density | 1,545.77/sq mi (596.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
45381
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| Area code(s) | 937, 326 |
| FIPS code | 39-82880 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2400126 |
| Website | http://www.walexpreb.org/ |
West Alexandria is a small village located in Preble County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,334 people lived there. It's a quiet community with a rich history.
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A Look Back in Time
West Alexandria was first planned out in 1818. It was named after one of its founders, William Alexander. Imagine, people have been sending mail from a post office in West Alexandria since 1828! That's a long time ago.
Some of the buildings in the village are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are special and protected because of their history. These buildings include the George B. Unger House, the Lange Hotel, and the West Alexandria Depot.
Where is West Alexandria?
West Alexandria is a small place, covering about 0.67 square miles (1.74 square kilometers). All of this area is land, so there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Who Lives Here?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 455 | — | |
| 1880 | 796 | 74.9% | |
| 1890 | 575 | −27.8% | |
| 1900 | 740 | 28.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,080 | 45.9% | |
| 1920 | 994 | −8.0% | |
| 1930 | 924 | −7.0% | |
| 1940 | 993 | 7.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,183 | 19.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,524 | 28.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,553 | 1.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,313 | −15.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,460 | 11.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,395 | −4.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,340 | −3.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,334 | −0.4% | |
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A Snapshot of the People
In 2010, there were 1,340 people living in West Alexandria. These people lived in 551 homes. About 35% of these homes had children under 18 living there. The average age of people in the village was about 37.8 years old.
Most of the people living in West Alexandria are White (96.4%). There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 1.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Fun Things to Do
West Alexandria is known for its community events.
- The village hosts an Oktoberfest. This festival includes music, tasty food, crafts, and a cool antique car show. It's a great time for everyone!
- In December, the village celebrates with Santa's Villa at Peace Park. It's a festive event to get into the holiday spirit.
Schools and Learning
The schools in West Alexandria are part of the Twin Valley Community Schools district. This district has:
- One elementary school
- One middle school
- Twin Valley South High School
If you love to read, West Alexandria also has a public library. It's a branch of the Preble County District Library, where you can find books and other resources.
People from West Alexandria
- Brittanie Cecil - She was a middle school student and athlete from West Alexandria. She was involved in a tragic accident at a professional hockey game.
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