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Crime in Alexandria summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Alexandria. Key points include:
There were 4,436 total crimes in Alexandria in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Alexandria is 2,859.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Alexandria is 219.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Alexandria is 2,640.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Alexandria is 34.91% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Alexandria Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Alexandria / 100k People |
Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 4,436 | 2,859.1 | 1,787.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 340 | 219.1 | 217.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 2 | 1.3 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 113 | 72.8 | 33.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 213 | 137.3 | 152.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 4,096 | 2,640.0 | 1,569.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 149 | 96.0 | 108.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 3,571 | 2,301.6 | 1,315.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 376 | 242.3 | 145.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Alexandria summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Alexandria. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Alexandria is 153 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Alexandria is 1.5x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Alexandria is $676,204.
The median income in Alexandria is $119,681.
Alexandria's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Alexandria Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Alexandria | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 153 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 99 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 273 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 109 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 99 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 105 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Alexandria, VA Weather
The average high in Alexandria is 66.8° and the average low is 47.5°.
There are 72.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.0 inches of precipitation each year with 15.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Alexandria |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 15.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Alexandria, VA Photos
2 Reviews & Comments About Alexandria
Alexandria is a wonderful place to live and is one of the best places to find a charming, suburban community so close to downtown washington DC. It is an expensive place to live but it has a strong community, many activities for families, and plenty of amenities.
The Del Ray neighborhood is a wonderful and quaint place to visit a farmer's market or get a delicious bite to eat. Old Town is vibrant and filled with excellent food and shopping options.
No crime. At all. Just silly middle school and high school kids pulling pranks. Beautiful, charming city. 7 minutes to DC. Great schools. Great community. Educated people. Diverse.
Old Town is fun and beautiful, especially by the water. Good restaurants. Arlington is right next door, and it's a pretty awesome city, too.
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Alexandria Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Alexandria
The current population in Alexandria is 156,976. The population has increased 17.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 156,976 | 0.1% |
| 2023 | 156,788 | -0.5% |
| 2022 | 157,594 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 158,185 | -0.1% |
| 2020 | 158,309 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 157,613 | 0.7% |
| 2018 | 156,505 | 1.2% |
| 2017 | 154,710 | 2.1% |
| 2016 | 151,473 | 1.4% |
| 2015 | 149,315 | 2.0% |
| 2014 | 146,422 | 1.9% |
| 2013 | 143,684 | 2.4% |
| 2012 | 140,337 | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 136,968 | 2.5% |
| 2010 | 133,647 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Alexandria
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Alexandria is:
49.1% White with 77,106 White residents.
21.0% African American with 32,969 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 217 American Indian residents.
6.2% Asian with 9,768 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 49 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 750 Other residents.
4.7% Two Or More with 7,329 Two Or More residents.
18.3% Hispanic with 28,788 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Alexandria | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 49.1% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 21.0% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 6.2% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.7% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 18.3% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Alexandria
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Alexandria is 51.5% female with 80,789 female residents.
Alexandria is 48.5% male with 76,186 male residents.
| Gender | Alexandria | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Alexandria for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Alexandria completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Alexandria completed 9-12th grade.
11.0% of adults in Alexandria completed high school / ged.
11.0% of adults in Alexandria completed some college.
5.0% of adults in Alexandria completed associate's degree.
31.0% of adults in Alexandria completed bachelor's degree.
24.0% of adults in Alexandria completed master's degree.
7.0% of adults in Alexandria completed professional degree.
4.0% of adults in Alexandria completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Alexandria | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 11.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 11.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 24.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 7.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Alexandria, Virginia
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3.4% of households in Alexandria earn Less than $10,000.
1.8% of households in Alexandria earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.7% of households in Alexandria earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.2% of households in Alexandria earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.8% of households in Alexandria earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.8% of households in Alexandria earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.7% of households in Alexandria earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.8% of households in Alexandria earn $100,000 to $149,999.
13.6% of households in Alexandria earn $150,000 to $199,999.
25.3% of households in Alexandria earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Alexandria | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.4% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.7% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.2% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.8% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.8% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.7% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.8% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.6% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 25.3% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
