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Alexander City, Alabama

Introduction to Alexander City, Alabama

Alexander City, Alabama, in Tallapoosa county, is 44 miles NE of Montgomery, Alabama (center to center) and 106 miles SW of Atlanta, Georgia. About 15,008 people live in Alexander City.

Alexander City History

Alexander City was originally named Youngstown after James Young, the founder of the city. It was incorporated in 1872. The Savannah and Memphis Railroad first entered the city in 1873. Later on, the city's name was changed to Alexander City in honor of E.P. Alexander, the railroad's president. The city is also home to Russell Corporation, which was founded in 1902.

Alexander City and nearby Attractions

  • Wind Creek State Park
  • Lake Martin
  • Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
  • D.A.R.E Power Park
  • Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art

Things To Do In Alexander City

At Alexander City, one can enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming on Lake Martin. Alexander City Shopping Center and West End Shopping Center are located within the city and offer a world class shopping experience. The city is also home to several churches including the Wayside Baptist Church, Church of God of Prophecy, Macedonia Church, and Sunny Level Baptist Church. The Wind Creek State Park and Horseshoe Bend National Military Park are also worth visiting.

Alexander City Transportation

Flights are available from Talladega Municipal Airport.

Alexander City Higher Education

Central Alabama Community College is the local college. Southern Union State Community College, Faulkner University, Tuskegee University, and many other colleges and universities also provide higher educational facilities.

High Points

Alexander City strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Alabama):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyAlexander City Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyAlexander City Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 10%Alexander City Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Alexander City, AL

Comparing Alexander City to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Alabama (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population108
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population88
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Racial Diversity55
Well-Paid Single Women48
Well-Paid Single Men26
Male Share of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults48
Median Family Income37
People Above Poverty36
People in Middle Class or Better36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times810
Working at Home58
Public Transportation Use26
Walking and Biking to Work23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes104
Affordability of Rents106
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
People Living Alone78
Housing Recently Built63
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals47

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime23
Low Violent Crime12

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