Alexander City
City in Tallapoosa County, Alabama
Alexander City is a city in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, with 14,843 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 705 ft (215 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Our Town, 5.4 miles S.
- 14,843residents (2020 Census)
- 705 ftelevation · 215 m
- 46.1 sq miland area · 119.3 km²
- 322 / sq mipopulation density
- 35010ZIP code
About Alexander City
Alexander City, known to locals as "Alex City", is the largest city in Tallapoosa County, Alabama, United States, with a population of 14,843 as of the 2020 census. It has been the largest community in Tallapoosa County since 1910. It is known for Lake Martin with its 750 miles (1,210 km) of wooded shoreline and 44,000 acres (18,000 ha) of water. Lake Martin stands on the Tallapoosa River and offers boating, swimming, fishing, golfing, and camping. Many neighborhoods and luxury homes are located on the lake.
The city's economy was traditionally based on the textile industry, but in recent times its economic base has become more diversified as textile jobs have gone to India.
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Living in Alexander City
- Median household income
- $47,022
- Median home value
- $155,000
- Median rent
- $721/mo
- Median age
- 41.8
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Alexander City had 14,843 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 14,843 |
|---|---|
| Density | 322 per sq mi (124 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Alexander City at a glance
| State | Alabama (AL) |
|---|---|
| County | Tallapoosa County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 14,843 (2020) |
| Land area | 46.05 sq mi (119.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.29 sq mi (0.75 km²) |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9167° N, 85.9406° W |
| ZIP code | 35010 |
| Official website | alexandercityonline.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0101132 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Alexander City
- Our Town5.4 mi S
- Ray6.9 mi SW
- Kellyton7.0 mi NW
- Jacksons' Gap7.5 mi E
- Hackneyville9.5 mi N
- Nixburg10.2 mi SW
- Hissop11.1 mi W
- Dadeville11.4 mi SE
- New Site11.8 mi NE
- Goodwater11.9 mi NW
- Equality14.9 mi SW
- Goldville15.0 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Alexander City
What county is Alexander City in?
Alexander City is in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.
What is the population of Alexander City, AL?
14,843 people lived in Alexander City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Alexander City, AL?
The ZIP code of Alexander City is 35010.
What is the elevation of Alexander City?
705 feet (215 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Alexander City?
Our Town (5.4 mi), Ray (6.9 mi), Kellyton (7.0 mi), Jacksons' Gap (7.5 mi), Hackneyville (9.5 mi).
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