Old Town

Old Town

Historic and colorful row homes centuries-old line the streets offering a glimpse into our city’s history.

Welcome to Old Town

Voted one of the best cities in the United States, Old Town Alexandria is full of rich history, charming row houses, locally owned businesses, and beloved cobblestone walks. Founded in 1749, you can enjoy river views, and cityscapes, including DC monuments, and will fall in love with all that this neighborhood has to offer. Historic and colorful row homes centuries-old line the streets offering a glimpse into our city’s history. Walk the bustling King Street for an afternoon of shopping, dining, art galleries, antiquing, and more. Visit many historic landmarks like Gadsby’s Tavern, an 18th-century tavern and hotel that once hosted George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Grab a drink or have high tea on the waterfront, enjoy a picnic at Oronoco Bay Park, and mark your calendars for all the neighborhood events throughout the year. Living in Old Town is made convenient by its short distance to Reagan National Airport, 2 metro stops, the Amtrak, and even a water taxi.

Overview for Old Town, VA

8,146 people live in Old Town, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $124,952. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,146

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$124,952

Average individual Income

Schools in Old Town, VA

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The following schools are within or nearby Old Town. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Lyles-Crouch Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
St Mary Elementary School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Blue Bird Of Alexandria
PRIVATE
PreK - 2nd
No rating available
Old Town Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
St Pauls Nursery & Day School
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available

Around Old Town, VA

There's plenty to do around Old Town, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

97
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
87
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
51
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including BT Fitness, Evolve To Fit, and Zweet Sport - Total Fitness Studio.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 2.29 miles 38 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.9 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.96 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.21 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.48 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.34 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Old Town, VA

Old Town has 4,361 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Old Town do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,146 people call Old Town home. The population density is 12,356.82 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,146

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48

Median Age

49.32 / 50.66%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,361

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$124,952

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
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