Alexandria, Minnesota
Alexandria: City in Minnesota, United States
About
Alexandria is a city located in the county of Douglas in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,098 and a population density of 89 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,902 inhabitants.
The city was created 166 years ago in 1857.
Quick Facts about Alexandria
| Population : | 2,902 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Douglas County |
| Postal code : | 56308 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 320 |
| Area : | 46.19 km2 |
| Official name : | Alexandria |
| Altitude : | 1,404 feet / 428 meters |
| Capital city : | Alexandria is capital of Douglas County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1858 (166 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time : | 10:43:33 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 63 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -41.21% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Alexandria is located at 45°53'7"N 95°22'39"W (45.8852400, -95.3775400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Alexandria
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Alexandria decreased by 41.21% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2008 | 12,415 | - | |
| 2010 | 4,098 | -202.95% | census |
| 2011 | 2,677 | -53.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,681 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,698 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,725 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,733 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,737 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,794 | 2.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,835 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,877 | 1.46% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,902 | 0.86% | estimation process |
Alexandria zip code is 56308.
County name: Douglas, County
fips: 27041
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People born in Alexandria (18)
People born in Alexandria, including U.S. representative from Wisconsin Adolphus Peter Nelson, actor Peter Krause, actor John Hawkes, .
List
- Duane Hanson (American sculptor) he was born in 17/01/1925
- Carl Van Dyke (American congressman for Minnesota (1881-1919)) he was born in 18/02/1881
- Josh Meyers (American ice hockey player) he was born in 07/12/1985
- Edward Hanson (U.S. Navy Vice admiral and Governor of American Samoa) he was born in 12/02/1889
- Dave Dalby (American football center (1950-2002)) he was born in 19/10/1950
- Brian Gaffaney (Ice Hockey player) he was born in 04/10/1977
- Brita Sailer (American politician) she was born in 01/01/1953
- Doran Isackson (American politician) he was born in 26/03/1938
- Elvin J. Cassell (American football coach) he was born in 03/12/1896
- Hal Haskins (American basketball player) he was born in 29/10/1924
- Jed Johnson (American interior designer, film editor, film director) he was born in 30/12/1948
- John McEwan (American football player and coach (1893-1970)) he was born in 18/02/1893
- Matt Garrison (basketball player (1973-)) he was born in 05/07/1973
- Melissa Erickson (cyclist) she was born in 05/09/1990
- Mette Towley (American actress) she was born in 31/05/1991
Schools in Alexandria
College & universities near Alexandria, MN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172918 | Alexandria Technical & Community College | Alexandria (MN) | 56308 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Alexandria, MN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Alexandria
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Post Office | Alexandria (MN) | 56308 |
Other places with the same name (12)
- Alexandria , Virginia A city in Virginia. It is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Alexandria is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Torpedo Factory Art Center and the Alexandria Museum of Art. with a population of 158,726 people.
- Alexandria , Louisiana The capital of Louisiana. It is located on the Mississippi River in the northeastern part of the state. Alexandria is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Alexandria Museum of Art and the Alexandria Zoo. with a population of 45,573 people.
- Alexandria , Kentucky city in and the county seat of Campbell County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 9,807 people.
- Alexandria , Indiana city in Madison County, Indiana, United States with a population of 4,956 people.
- Alexandria , New Hampshire town in Grafton County, New Hampshire with a population of 1,628 people.
- Alexandria , Tennessee town in DeKalb County, Tennessee with a population of 1,020 people.
- Alexandria , South Dakota city in and the county seat of Hanson County, South Dakota, United States with a population of 650 people.
- Alexandria , Ohio human settlement in United States of America with a population of 545 people.
- Alexandria , Pennsylvania borough in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 327 people.
- Alexandria , Nebraska village in Thayer County, Nebraska with a population of 168 people.
- Alexandria , Missouri village in Clark County, Missouri, USA with a population of 153 people.
Other cities in Douglas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Douglas County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos | 2,130 | City in Douglas County, Minnesota |
| Miltona | 849 | Township in Douglas County, Minnesota |
| Holmes City | 839 | Township in Douglas County, Minnesota |
| Brandon | 747 | City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States |
| Leaf Valley | 473 | Township in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States |
| Garfield | 461 | City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States |
| Belle River | 359 | Township in Douglas County, Minnesota |
| Millerville | 358 | Township in Douglas County, Minnesota |
| Kensington | 305 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Nelson | 284 | City in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States |
| Evansville | 253 | City in Minnesota |
| Forada | 192 | Human settlement in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Osakis | 149 | City in Douglas and Todd counties in the U. |
Distance to Other Cities
Alexandria distances to largest Minnesota cities
