Alexandria, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Alexandria is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 10,430. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
10,430 Population 1,507/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $41,759 per capita
$253,400 Home Value $334,940 Zillow
$1,062 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
68 Violent Crime/100K 2,076 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$253,400 home value, $1,062/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $253,400
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 68/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,062
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

How Alexandria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,430
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,507/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$41,759
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,400
Rent$1,062
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,940

Crime

F
Violent68/100K
Property2,076/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault11/100K
Burglary171/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation855 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Alexandria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexandria receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Alexandria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexandria is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Alexandria among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexandria is $253,400, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,062 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Alexandria is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,076 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexandria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Alexandria has a population of 10,430 with a density of 1,507 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

10,430
Total Population
1,507
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexandria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexandria is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Alexandria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,759
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$86,446

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,434
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare174
Retail237
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,718
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexandria is $253,400, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,062 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,940
Median List Price$294,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$294,450
$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops47.6%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,062
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,718
63% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%

Health Metrics: Alexandria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Premature Death8,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access91.8%
Healthcare Facilities174
Alexandria has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,076 per 100,000 (6% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Alexandria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent68.4/100K
82% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape11.4/100K
Robbery45.6/100K
Assault11.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,075.7/100K
6% above US avg
Burglary171.1/100K
Theft1,836.2/100K
Vehicle Theft68.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Alexandria has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation855 ft (261 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density1,507/sq mi
Coordinates38.9678°N, 84.3846°W
County FIPS21037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.50
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,507/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities174
Restaurants246
Retail Stores237

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home13.8%

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