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The current estimated population of Alexandria, Indiana is 5,057, with 48.9% male and 51.1% female. The town has seen stable population trends, with its history rooted in the glass industry that once thrived in the region.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1836
  • County: Madison
  • Land area: 2.6 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 1,944 people per square mile
  • Area code: 765
  • Zip code: 46001

Geography and Location

Alexandria, Indiana is located in Madison County, in central Indiana, about 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. The town is part of the Anderson metropolitan area and has a rich history tied to the glass industry, which flourished in the area during the early 20th century. Alexandria is a quiet, small town surrounded by farmland, offering a peaceful lifestyle while being within commuting distance to Anderson and Indianapolis. The town is known for its annual events, such as the Alexandria Grand Prix and the Madison County 4-H Fair, which reflect its strong community spirit.

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.7 years
Median household income: $35,359
Median house value: $72,800

Population by Race

Races in Alexandria:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.6%)
  • Hispanic (1.0%)
  • Two or more races (0.8%)
  • American Indian (0.7%)

Ancestries: German (21.0%), English (16.2%), Irish (11.7%), United States (5.9%), Scotch-Irish (2.8%), Dutch (2.5%).

Elevation: 866 feet

Land area: 2.7 square miles

Map of Alexandria, IN

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alexandria

  • High school or higher: 75.6%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 9.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.6%
  • Unemployed: 4.9%
  • Mean travel time to work: 23.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alexandria city

  • Never married: 16.7%
  • Now married: 62.3%
  • Separated: 1.4%
  • Widowed: 6.7%
  • Divorced: 12.9%

1.1% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +216 (+3.6%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alexandria:

  • COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ANDERSON & MADSN CO (about 12 miles; ANDERSON, IN)
  • ST VINCENT MERCY HOSPITAL, INC (about 12 miles; ELWOOD, IN)
  • SAINT JOHNS HEALTH SYSTEM (about 12 miles; ANDERSON, IN)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alexandria:

  • ANDERSON MUNICIPAL-DARLINGTON FIELD (about 13 miles; ANDERSON, IN; Abbreviation: AID)
  • DELAWARE COUNTY – JOHNSON FIELD (about 21 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Abbreviation: MIE)
  • MOUNT COMFORT (about 33 miles; INDIANAPOLIS, IN; Abbreviation: MQJ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alexandria:

  • ALEXANDRIA (about 5 miles; ALEXANDRIA, IN; Abbreviation: I99)
  • ELWOOD (about 10 miles; ELWOOD, IN; Abbreviation: 3I1)
  • MARION MUNI (about 16 miles; MARION, IN; Abbreviation: MZZ)

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Alexandria:

  • ALEXANDRIA SCHOOL OF SCIENTIFIC THERAPEUTICS (Full-time enrollment: 79; Location: 809 S HARRISON ST; Private, for-profit; Website: www.assti.com)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alexandria:

  • ANDERSON UNIVERSITY (about 10 miles; ANDERSON, IN; Full-time enrollment: 2,116)
  • INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY (about 19 miles; MARION, IN; Full-time enrollment: 6,684)
  • BALL STATE UNIVERSITY (about 20 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 17,039)
  • IVY TECH STATE COLLEGE-EAST CENTRAL (about 22 miles; MUNCIE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 2,013)
  • BUTLER UNIVERSITY (about 46 miles; INDIANAPOLIS, IN; Full-time enrollment: 3,721)
  • INDIANA UNIVERSITY-PURDUE UNIVERSITY-INDIANAPOLIS (about 47 miles; INDIANAPOLIS, IN; Full-time enrollment: 19,818)
  • IVY TECH STATE COLLEGE-CENTRAL INDIANA (about 49 miles; INDIANAPOLIS, IN; Full-time enrollment: 3,397)

Schools

Public high school in Alexandria:

  • ALEXANDRIA-MONROE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 539; Location: 1 BURDEN CT; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Alexandria:

  • MARIE THURSTON ELEMENTARY SCH (Students: 440; Location: 800 N CENTRAL; Grades: KG – 05)
  • ALEXANDRIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 439; Location: 308 W 11TH ST; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • CUNNINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 260; Location: 10926 N 200 E; Grades: 01 – 05)

Private primary/middle school in Alexandria:

  • ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 85; Location: 820 W MADISON STREET; Grades: 1 – 8)

Libraries

Library in Alexandria:

  • ALEXANDRIA-MONROE PL (Operating income: $463,195; Location: 117 E CHURCH ST; 44,618 books; 3,122 audio materials; 4,935 video materials; 130 serial subscriptions)

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