Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Alexandria

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Alexandria is $931 per month, against a median household income of $47,113 per year. About 48% of Alexandria residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter population in the city.

Lease Lantern tracks 4 HUD-assisted or income-based properties in Alexandria, totaling 310 units -- an important resource for renters seeking housing costs below market rate.

Safety

According to the Alexandria Police Department's FBI-reported data, Alexandria had a violent crime rate of 2,714 per 100,000 residents in 2024 (FBI Crime Data Explorer). Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Alexandria

According to Walk Score, the area around Alexandria's assisted properties has a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 42. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 23 public schools across 2 districts serve Alexandria, including 13 elementary, 3 middle, 6 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Alexandria, LA

The median household income in Alexandria is $47,113 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median monthly rent across all rentals in the city is $931, also per Census ACS 5-Year estimates.

Income-based housing can significantly reduce what you pay out of pocket. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties in Alexandria are calculated as a share of your household income rather than set at market rate, which can make a meaningful difference for renters earning at or below area income limits.

• Median household income: $47,113/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $931/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 48% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Based on flood mapping data, none of the 4 HUD-assisted properties in Alexandria are mapped in a high-risk flood zone. Renters should still review their individual lease and consider renter's insurance, as local conditions can change.