Alexander City

AL

Tallapoosa County, Alabama

Population 41K |Median income $59,356 |2 hospitals

Population
40,938
Tallapoosa County
Median Income
$59,356
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$158,500
-30% vs avg
Median Age
45.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
41K-1%
Median Income
$59,356+52%
Median Home Value
$158,500+67%
Poverty Rate
16.3%-18%
Unemployment
4.9%-57%

Economics

Median Rent
$765/mo
Poverty Rate
16.3% +15% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.3%
Work From Home 5.3%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 68%
African American 23.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.1%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
48.5%
Short Sleep Duration
40.8%
Obesity
39.5%
Physical Inactivity
30%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Diabetes
16.8%
Current Smoking
16.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.8%
Binge Drinking
12.7%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 56%
Annual Checkup 82.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
9%
Stroke
4.9%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
RUSSELL MEDICAL CENTER
ALEXANDER CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Alexander City Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Alexander City, AL? ▼
Alexander City, AL has a population of 40,938 people, located in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.
What is the median household income in Alexander City? ▼
The median household income in Alexander City, AL is $59,356 per year. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
What is the median home value in Alexander City? ▼
The median home value in Alexander City, AL is $158,500. Median rent is $765/month.
What are the top health concerns in Alexander City? ▼
The top health indicators in Alexander City include High Blood Pressure (48.5%), Short Sleep Duration (40.8%), Obesity (39.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Alexander City? ▼
Alexander City has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Alexander City? ▼
The median age in Alexander City, AL is 45.6 years. 20.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Alexander City, AL is located in Tallapoosa County, Alabama. With a population of 41K and a median household income of $59,356, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Alexander City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Tallapoosa County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.