| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long View | 1 | 5,436 | 5,092 | 0.91% | 1,351 | 4 | Town |
| Sawmills | 2 | 5,115 | 5,039 | 0.2% | 774 | 7 | Town |
| Cajah's Mountain | 3 | 2,700 | 2,703 | -0.07% | 797 | 3 | Town |
| Taylorsville | 4 | 2,339 | 2,298 | 0.26% | 976 | 2 | Town |
| Love Valley | 5 | 187 | 160 | 2.19% | 183 | 1 | Town |
Long View is the largest city in Alexander County, with a population of 5,436.
Love Valley is the smallest city in Alexander County, with a population of 187.
There are 5 cities in Alexander County, North Carolina.