Alexandria, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Alexandria, Virginia is 156,788 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $113,638, the median home value is $696,800, and the median age is 37.5.
The population has grown 13.1% since 2010 (140,729 → 159,102).
156,788
Population
10498
People / sq mi
$113,638
Median Income
$696,800
Median Home Value
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Alexandria covers 14.9 sq mi of land at 10498 people per square mile.
About Alexandria, VA
Alexandria stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 10,498 people per square mile. With 156,788 residents, Alexandria is a city in Virginia. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Virginia in the country, at #7 by population.
Median household income is $113,638, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.2%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $696,800, with typical rent around $2,031.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 65.8% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 25.2% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Alexandria: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Alexandria city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Alexandria city had a population of 140,729 in 2010 and 159,102 in 2024, a 13.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 159,428 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.89%.
159,102
Population (2024)
140,729
Population (2010)
159,428
Peak (2019)
0.89%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 140,729 |
| 2011 | 144,219 |
| 2012 | 147,291 |
| 2013 | 149,637 |
| 2014 | 151,375 |
| 2015 | 153,654 |
| 2016 | 156,698 |
| 2017 | 159,215 |
| 2018 | 159,069 |
| 2019 | 159,428 |
| 2020 | 159,144 |
| 2021 | 155,129 |
| 2022 | 155,235 |
| 2023 | 156,271 |
| 2024 | 159,102 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.6% |
| Black or African American | 21.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$113,638
Median Household Income
$77,935
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$696,800
Median Home Value
$2,031
Median Rent
42.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.9%
High School+
65.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
12.7%
Drive Alone
50.2%
Public Transit
25.2%
Work From Home
29.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
49.0%
Foreign Born
69.0%
Non-English at Home
8.5%
Veterans
7.2%
With Disability
91.3%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 24.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.5% |
| Public Administration | 16.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.9% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Manufacturing | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alexandria, Virginia has a population of 156,788 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Alexandria, Virginia is $113,638, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Alexandria, Virginia is $696,800, with median monthly rent at $2,031 and a homeownership rate of 42.0%.
The median age in Alexandria, Virginia is 37.5 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 13.1% since 2010 (140,729 → 159,102).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.