Demographics in Alexandria, VA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Alexandria?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

156,788

Male

76,049

48.5%

Female

80,739

51.5%

Median Age

37.5

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

53.6%

Black

21.1%

Hispanic

18.2%

Asian

6.3%

Two or More

12.9%

Other

5.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

49.9%

High School or Higher

58.0%

Foreign Born

24.6%

Veterans

6.7%

Married

37.8%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Alexandria, VA has a population of 156,788 with a median age of 37.5. The racial makeup is 53.6% White, 18.2% Hispanic, 21.1% Black, 6.3% Asian. About 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 24.6%.