Alexandria

LA

Rapides Parish, Louisiana

Population 128K |Median income $54,967 |10 hospitals

Population
127,527
Rapides Parish
Median Income
$54,967
-19% vs avg
Median Home Value
$181,100
-20% vs avg
Median Age
37.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
128K-3%
Median Income
$54,967+34%
Median Home Value
$181,100+50%
Poverty Rate
19.9%+0%
Unemployment
5.1%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$950/mo
Poverty Rate
19.9% +40% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.1%
Work From Home 5.5%
Public Transit 1.4%

Population

White 60.6%
African American 30.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
43.8%
Short Sleep Duration
40.7%
Obesity
40.7%
Physical Inactivity
31.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.9%
Current Smoking
18.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.3%
Diabetes
15.6%
Binge Drinking
15.3%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.5%
Annual Checkup 81.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 10 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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0
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2
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0
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
10
With ER
2
CHRISTUS ST FRANCES CABRINI HOSPITAL
ALEXANDRIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
ALEXANDRIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Alexandria Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Earthquakes

M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 138 km SW of Nikolski, Alaska

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for Cartwright, Black Tickle, and Lodge Bay Regions

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Peninsula and Gulf Country Districts as Tropical Cyclone Narelle Approaches

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Minor Flood Warning Issued for Herbert River Catchment in North Queensland

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Moderate Flood Warning Issued for Tully and Murray Rivers; Moderate Flooding Possible at Euramo

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Alexandria, LA? ▼
Alexandria, LA has a population of 127,527 people, located in Rapides Parish, Louisiana.
What is the median household income in Alexandria? ▼
The median household income in Alexandria, LA is $54,967 per year. The poverty rate is 19.9%.
What is the median home value in Alexandria? ▼
The median home value in Alexandria, LA is $181,100. Median rent is $950/month.
What are the top health concerns in Alexandria? ▼
The top health indicators in Alexandria include High Blood Pressure (43.8%), Short Sleep Duration (40.7%), Obesity (40.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Alexandria? ▼
Alexandria has 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Alexandria? ▼
The median age in Alexandria, LA is 37.9 years. 23.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Alexandria, LA is located in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. With a population of 128K and a median household income of $54,967, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 10 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Alexandria 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 (Rapides Parish) 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.