Alexandria, VA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 140,856 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
This bustling city is one of the most historic communities in America. Alexandria sits across the Potomac River from the nation's capital; just 6 miles away, and 9 miles north of Mount Vernon. The city is south of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alexandria, with a total population of 140,856, is largely saturated with professionals working in the military, in the federal civil service, or for a government contractor. The city's temperatures range from the mid 20s to the high 80s from winter to summer.
| Population [details] | 140,856 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1680.81 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 65.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 45.03 °F/24.76 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.97 °F/65.81 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.56 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 107 |
| Cost of living [details] | 122 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Washington (5.34 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | RONALD REAGAN WASHINGTON NATIONAL (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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