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County overview

Alexandria city

Virginia - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Alexandria city.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Alexandria city

Population
157,594
Age 65+
12.3%
Median age
37.4
Owner-occupied
42.7%
With disability
7.3%
Median home value
$655,700
Median income
$113,179
Residents 65+
19,445
How Alexandria city compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-25.5%
% owner-occupied
-34.1%
% with disability
-43.4%
Median household income
+50.6%
Median home value
+132.6%
Median age
-2.9%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in Virginia

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1,145,354 residents
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481,114 residents
Virginia Beach city
457,900 residents
Loudoun County
420,773 residents
Chesterfield County
366,019 residents
Henrico County
333,120 residents
Chesapeake city
249,377 residents
Norfolk city
236,973 residents

Aging-in-place in Alexandria city

Alexandria city is home to roughly 157,594 residents, of whom about 19,384 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 12.3%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 42.7% of homes in Alexandria city are owner-occupied at a median home value of $655,700. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 7.3% of Alexandria city residents report a disability, a rate below national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.