Alexandria city's 2026 population is estimated at 161,957, reflecting a 0.81% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Alexandria city is the 13th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 140,737 and has grown 15.08% since 2010.
Overall: 37.7 years
Female: 38 years
Male: 37.3 years
There are 128,503 adults, (20,348 of whom are seniors) in Alexandria city.
Female: 80,790 (51.5%)
Male: 76,186 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Alexandria city includes 51.01% White, 21.32% Black or African American, 6.37% Asian, 5.55% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 80,079 | 51.01% |
| Black or African American | 33,474 | 21.32% |
| Two or more races | 22,973 | 14.63% |
| Asian | 10,006 | 6.37% |
| Other race | 8,716 | 5.55% |
| Native American | 1,679 | 1.07% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 49 | 0.03% |
Alexandria city 's average per capita income is $83,442. Household income levels show a median of $119,681. The poverty rate stands at 7.94%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $198,117 | $245,335 |
| Families | $159,140 | $210,507 |
| Households | $119,681 | $161,240 |
| Non Families | $98,905 | $117,672 |
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