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Alexandria, Virginia Demographics 2026

Alexandria, Virginia has a population of 156,976, the 13th most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $119,681 and the median home value is $735,100. The poverty rate is 7.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Alexandria Quick Facts

Population 156,976
Median Household Income $119,681
Median Home Value $735,100
Poverty Rate 7.9%
Unemployment Rate 3.3%
Median Age 37.7 years
Homeownership Rate 42.1%
Affordability Ratio 6.1x
Bachelor's Degree+ 66.2%
High School Graduation 93.0%
Cities/Places 0
Population 156,976 13th of 133
Median Income $119,681 28% higher than state
Poverty Rate 7.9%
Unemployment 3.3%

How Alexandria Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population156,788156,976+0.1%
Median household income$113,638$119,681+5.3%
Median home value$696,800$735,100+5.5%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.8%
$25K-$50K 9.0%
$50K-$100K 23.5%
$100K+ 58.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.4%
$10K-$15K
1.8%
$15K-$20K
1.8%
$20K-$25K
1.9%
$25K-$30K
1.8%
$30K-$35K
1.4%
$35K-$40K
2.0%
$40K-$45K
1.8%
$45K-$50K
2.1%
$50K-$60K
4.5%
$60K-$75K
7.3%
$75K-$100K
11.7%
$100K-$125K
11.6%
$125K-$150K
8.2%
$150K-$200K
13.6%
$200K+
25.3%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
78.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 42.1%
Renter 57.9%
Affordability Index Expensive
6.1x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $2,089/mo 20.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

67out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

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Population Overview

Alexandria is located in Virginia with a total population of 156,976. It is the 13th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Alexandria is 37.7 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Alexandria is $119,681. This is 28% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 48% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.9%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 23% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $735,100. Housing costs are 92% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 42.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Alexandria is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.3% vs 11.0%).

Education

66.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Alexandria in the top 10% of all counties in the state for educational attainment. This is 57% higher than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.0%. Notably, 34.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Alexandria come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Virginia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alexandria, Virginia?

Alexandria has a population of 156,976, making it the 13th most populous county in Virginia.

What is the median income in Alexandria?

The median household income in Alexandria is $119,681 with a poverty rate of 7.9%.

How many cities are in Alexandria, Virginia?

Alexandria contains 0 Census-designated places.