About Alexandria
Learn more about the city of Alexandria by reading about the specific demographics and lifestyle that is unique to this city area. This includes local information such as age ranges, population, income, households, schools, search tips, restaurants, shopping, local flavor and more. Knowing the area of Alexandria will be essential if you are going to consider renting in Alexandria. You can also view apartments for rent in Alexandria, VA by clicking the link and search box below.
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- Age Ranges
- Population
- Income
- Households
- Schools
| Age Ranges | |
|---|---|
| 0-9 | 13.98% |
| 10-17 | 9.34% |
| 18-29 | 12.32% |
| 30-39 | 17.19% |
| 40-49 | 18.33% |
| 50-64 | 19.25% |
| 65 & Over | 9.59% |
| Population | |
|---|---|
| Land Area | 4.60 sq mi |
| Total Population | 15,494 |
| Population Density Ranking (National) | 64th percentile |
| Population Density Ranking (State) | 69th percentile |
| Population Growth Rate | 0 |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (National) | 57th percentile |
| Population Growth Rate Ranking (State) | 61st percentile |
| Income | |
|---|---|
| Median Income | $85,646 |
| Average Income Households W/ Children | $99,746 |
| Median Income Ranking (National) | 94th percentile |
| Median Income Ranking (State) | 89th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (National) | 90th percentile |
| Average Income Households W/ Children Ranking (State) | 86th percentile |
| Households | |
|---|---|
| Married | 62nd percentile |
| Single | 38th percentile |
| Married With Children | 27th percentile |
| Married With No Children | 35th percentile |
| Single With Children | 5th percentile |
| Single With No Children | 34th percentile |
| Schools | |
|---|---|
| School District Name | FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS |
| Student/Teacher Ratio | 19.72 : 1 |
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Alexandria Living
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- Is Alexandria a nice place to look for apartments?
- Alexandria, Virginia is part of the Washington Metropolitan Area, and it can be a good place to look for rentals if you need to commute to the DC area but don't want to live there. more
- What is some good advice for rentals, Washington DC?
- Rentals in Washington DC can be expensive; but for those who work downtown, the cost of having a place in the immediate area could be worth it more
- What should I keep in mind when looking for Washington DC apartments?
- Washington DC apartments come in a wide range—from fancy, furnished apartments to small studios in the heart of the city. more
- What is Frederick County like?
- Frederick County is a large area where you can find an apartment to fit any budget, and a town to fit any taste. more
- What is Fairfax County like?
- Fairfax County is a good place to live and it includes cities such as Alexandria and Chantilly. more
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Neighborhoods Around Alexandria
- Mount Vernon (36)
- Landmarks (27)
- Alexandria West (23)
- Mount Vernon Woods (16)
- Seminary Hill (12)
Cities Near Alexandria
- Arlington (108)
- Herndon (36)
- Falls Church (32)
- Fairfax (27)
- Manassas (24)
Alexandria Apartments by Zip Code
- 22301 (1)
- 22302 (5)
- 22303 (5)
- 22304 (18)
- 22305 (10)
- 22306 (8)
- 22309 (13)
- 22310 (2)
- 22311 (10)
- 22312 (9)
- 22314 (10)
- 22315 (2)