Alexandria is a cdp located in Calhoun County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 11.1 square miles (29.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 560 ft. With a population of approximately 3,692 residents, Alexandria offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.37% males and 51.63% females, and it has a population density of 332.61 people per square mile (128.42/km²). Alexandria lies at a latitude of 33.77 and a longitude of -85.88, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (31.6%), followed by English (3.9%), German (3.9%), and Scotch-Irish (1.9%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 36250.