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'''Alexandria''' is a city in [[Monroe Township, Madison County, Indiana|Monroe Township]], [[Madison County, Indiana|Madison County]], [[Indiana]], United States. It is about {{convert|46|mi|km}} northeast of [[Indianapolis]]. According to the 2010 census, its population was 5,145, a decrease of 17.8% from 6,260 in 2000.<ref name="census-quickfacts">{{cite web
'''Alexandria''' is a city in [[Monroe Township, Madison County, Indiana|Monroe Township]], [[Madison County, Indiana|Madison County]], [[Indiana]], United States. It is about {{convert|48|mi}} northeast of [[Indianapolis]]. According to the 2020 census, its population was 5,149,<ref name="Census 2020"/> nearly unchanged from 2010.
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|title = Alexandria (city), Indiana – QuickFacts
|accessdate = April 19, 2012
|publisher = [[United States Census Bureau]]
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}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
[[File:Indiana's First Interurban Railway historical marker.jpg|thumb|Historical marker about Indiana's First Interurban Railway line.]]
Alexandria was [[plat]]ted in 1836, when it was certain that the [[Indiana Central Canal]] would be extended to that point.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=7lA0AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA119#v=onepage&q&f=false | title=History of Madison County, Indiana: A Narrative Account of Its Historical Progress, Its People and Its Principal Interests, Volume 1 | publisher=Lewis Publishing Company | author=Forkner, John La Rue | year=1914 | pages=119}}</ref> It was incorporated as a town in 1898.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=UBgVAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA840#v=onepage&q&f=false | title=Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of Madison County, Indiana | publisher=Wilson, Humprheys & Co. |author1=Forkner, John La Rue |author2=Dyson, Byron H. | year=1897 | pages=840}}</ref>
Alexandria was [[plat]]ted in 1836, when it was certain that the [[Indiana Central Canal]] would be extended to that point.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=7lA0AQAAMAAJ&pg=PA119 | title=History of Madison County, Indiana: A Narrative Account of Its Historical Progress, Its People and Its Principal Interests, Volume 1 | publisher=Lewis Publishing Company | author=Forkner, John La Rue | year=1914 | pages=119}}</ref> It was incorporated as a town in 1898.<ref>{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=UBgVAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA840 | title=Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of Madison County, Indiana | publisher=Wilson, Humprheys & Co. |author1=Forkner, John La Rue |author2=Dyson, Byron H. | year=1897 | pages=840}}</ref>

In 1898, Indiana's first [[Interurban]] railway line began operating between Alexandria and [[Anderson, Indiana|Anderson]].<ref>{{Cite sign
|title = Indiana's First Interurban
|year = 1966
|date =
|type =
|publisher = Indiana Sesquicentennial Commission
|location = SE corner, Harrison & Church Streets, Alexandria
|author =
|url = https://www.in.gov/history/state-historical-markers/find-a-marker/indianas-first-interurban/
|access-date = August 13, 2023
|medium = Indiana Historical Marker
}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
Alexandria is located in northern Madison County. [[Indiana State Road 9]] passes through the east side of the city, leading south {{convert|11|mi|0}} to [[Anderson, Indiana|Anderson]], the [[county seat]], and north {{convert|21|mi}} to [[Marion, Indiana|Marion]]. [[Indiana State Road 28|State Road 28]] crosses the northern tip of Alexandria, leading west {{convert|9|mi|0}} to [[Elwood, Indiana|Elwood]] and east {{convert|23|mi}} to [[Albany, Indiana|Albany]].
Alexandria is located at {{Coord|40|15|47|N|85|40|35|W|type:city_region:US|display=inline,title}}.<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> According to the 2010 census, Alexandria has a total area of {{convert|2.63|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="census-g001">{{cite web

|url=http://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_SF1/G001/1600000US1800910
According to the [[U.S. Census Bureau]], Alexandria has a total area of {{convert|3.0|sqmi}}, all land.<ref name="CenPopGazetteer2022"/> [[Pipe Creek (White River tributary)|Pipe Creek]] crosses the city south of its center, flowing southwest to join the [[White River (Indiana)|White River]] at [[Perkinsville, Indiana|Perkinsville]].
|title=G001 - Geographic Identifiers - 2010 Census Summary File 1
|accessdate=2015-07-25
|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]}}</ref>


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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|2000= 6260
|2000= 6260
|2010= 5145
|2010= 5145
|2020= 5149
|estyear=2017
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2015|df=mdy }}</ref>
|estimate=5015
|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2017">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/data/tables.2017.html|title=Population and Housing Unit Estimates|accessdate=March 24, 2018}}</ref>
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://www.webcitation.org/6YSasqtfX?url=http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|archivedate=May 12, 2015|df=mdy }}</ref>
}}
}}
Alexandria is part of the [[Anderson, Indiana]] [[metropolitan statistical area]].
Alexandria is part of the [[Indianapolis metropolitan area|Indianapolis–Carmel–Anderson metropolitan statistical area]].


===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the census<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=December 11, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 5,145 people, 2,113 households, and 1,362 families residing in the city. The population density was {{convert|1956.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 2,507 housing units at an average density of {{convert|953.2|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 97.4% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.3% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.1% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.2% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.8% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.1% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.7% of the population.
As of the census<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=December 11, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 5,145 people, 2,113 households, and 1,362 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|1956.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 2,507 housing units at an average density of {{convert|953.2|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2010 census|racial makeup]] of the city was 97.4% White, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.7% of the population.


There were 2,113 households of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.5% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.95.
Of the 2,113 households 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.5% were non-families. 30.1% of households were one person and 12.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.95.


The median age in the city was 38.2 years. 25.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The median age was 38.2 years. 25.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the census<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=2008-01-31 |title=American FactFinder |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130911234518/http://factfinder2.census.gov/ |archivedate=September 11, 2013 |df=mdy }}</ref> of 2000, there were 6,260 people, 2,481 households, and 1,654 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,308.6 people per square mile (891.9/km²). There were 2,704 housing units at an average density of 997.2 per square mile (385.2/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 98.10% [[Race (United States Census)|White]], 0.46% [[Race (United States Census)|Black]] or [[Race (United States Census)|African American]], 0.08% [[Race (United States Census)|Native American]], 0.11% [[Race (United States Census)|Asian]], 0.02% [[Race (United States Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.43% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.80% from two or more races. 0.99% of the population were [[Hispanics in the United States|Hispanic]] or [[Race (United States Census)|Latino]] of any race.
As of the census<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=2008-01-31 |title=U.S. Census website |df=mdy }}</ref> of 2000, there were 6,260 people, 2,481 households, and 1,654 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|2,308.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 2,704 housing units at an average density of {{convert|997.2|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2010 census|racial makeup]] of the city was 98.10% White, 0.46% Black or African American, 0.08% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.43% from other races, and 0.80% from two or more races. 0.99% of the population were [[Hispanics in the United States|Hispanic]] or Latino of any race.


There were 2,481 households out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.04.
Of the 2,481 households 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 28.9% of households were one person and 13.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.04.


In the city, the population was spread out with 27.8% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.
The age distribution was 27.8% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% 65 or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.


The median income for a household in the city was $35,359, and the median income for a family was $42,731. Males had a median income of $30,529 versus $23,384 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,578. About 4.2% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 15.0% of those age 65 or over.
The median household income was $35,359 and the median family income was $42,731. Males had a median income of $30,529 versus $23,384 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,578. About 4.2% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 15.0% of those age 65 or over.


==Government==
==Government==
The city council consists of seven members. Five members are elected from individual districts and two are elected at-large. The city is governed by a "strong" mayor system who appoints two council members and/or city residents to serve at the mayor's pleasure on the board of public works and safety. The chief financial officer is the clerk-treasurer. The clerk-treasure and mayor are full-time elected officials. The Alexandria City Court has a part-time locally elected judge.
The city council consists of seven members. Five members are elected from individual districts, and two are elected at large. The city is governed by a "strong" mayor system that appoints two council members and/or city residents to serve at the mayor's pleasure on the board of public works and safety. The chief financial officer is the clerk-treasurer. The clerk-treasurer and mayor are full-time elected officials.


==Transportation==
==Transportation==


===Airport===
===Airport===
[[Alexandria Airport (Indiana)|Alexandria Airport]] is a public use airport located southeast of the central business district of Alexandria.<ref>{{FAA-airport|ID=I99|use=PU|own=PR|site=05087.3*A}}. Federal Aviation Administration. Effective June 3, 2010.</ref>
[[Alexandria Airport (Indiana)|Alexandria Airport]] is a public use airport located {{convert|3|mi|0}} southeast of the central business district of Alexandria.<ref>{{FAA-airport|ID=I99|use=PU|own=PR|site=05087.3*A}}. Federal Aviation Administration. Effective June 3, 2010.</ref>


==Education==
==Education==
[[Alexandria Community School Corporation]] operates public schools.
[[Alexandria Community School Corporation]] operates the public schools.


The town has a lending library, the Alexandria-Monroe Public Library.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.in.gov/library/files/countyindex13.pdf | title=Indiana public library directory | publisher=Indiana State Library | accessdate=10 March 2018}}</ref>
The town has a lending library, the Alexandria-Monroe Public Library.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.in.gov/library/files/countyindex13.pdf | title=Indiana public library directory | publisher=Indiana State Library | access-date=10 March 2018 | archive-date=February 18, 2017 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170218220414/http://in.gov/library/files/countyindex13.pdf | url-status=dead }}</ref>


==Notable people==
==Notable people==
{{alumni|people|date=August 2016}}
*[[Joey Feek]], country singer
*[[Joey Feek]], country singer
*[[Bill Gaither (gospel singer)|Bill Gaither]], gospel singer/songwriter
*[[Bill Gaither (gospel singer)|Bill Gaither]], gospel singer/songwriter
*[[Danny Gaither]], gospel singer
*[[Danny Gaither]], gospel singer
*[[Gloria Gaither]], author/lyricist, gospel singer
*[[Gloria Gaither]], author/lyricist, gospel singer
*[[Charles Corydon Hall]], industrialist
*[[Robert L. Rock]], politician
*[[Robert L. Rock]], politician

==Gallery==
<gallery widths="180px" class="center">
File:Clock in Alexandria, Indiana.jpg|Clock in Alexandria, Indiana
File:Fountain in park in Alexandria.jpg|Fountain in park in Alexandria
File:The Commons Theatre in Alexandria Indiana.jpg|The Commons Theatre in Alexandria Indiana
File:Harrison Street, Alexandria, Indiana (74009).jpg|Harrison Street in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
File:Beulah Park Swimming Pool, Alexandria, Indiana (74010).jpg|Beulah Park Swimming Pool in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
File:Welcome to Alexandria.jpg|Welcome to Alexandria
</gallery>


==References==
==References==
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{{Commons category|Alexandria, Indiana}}
{{Commons category|Alexandria, Indiana}}
{{EB1911 poster |Alexandria (Indiana)}}
{{EB1911 poster |Alexandria (Indiana)}}
*{{Official website|www.in.gov/cities/alexandria}}
*[http://www.alexandriaindiana.net/ City of Alexandria, Indiana website]
*[http://www.alexandriachamber.org/ Alexandria Chamber of Commerce]
*[http://www.alexandriachamber.org/ Alexandria Monroe Chamber of Commerce]


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Latest revision as of 02:00, 17 September 2024

Alexandria, Indiana
City
Nickname: 
"Small Town USA"
Location in Madison County, Indiana
Location in Madison County, Indiana
Alexandria is located in Indiana
Alexandria
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Alexandria is located in the United States
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Alexandria is located in North America
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Coordinates: 40°15′17″N 85°40′23″W / 40.25472°N 85.67306°W / 40.25472; -85.67306
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyMadison
TownshipMonroe
Government
 • MayorTodd Naselroad (R)[citation needed]
Area
[1]
 • Total
3.02 sq mi (7.83 km2)
 • Land3.02 sq mi (7.83 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[2]
869 ft (265 m)
Population
 (2020)[3]
 • Total
5,149
 • Density1,702.15/sq mi (657.25/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (EST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
46001
Area code765
FIPS code18-00910[4]
GNIS feature ID2393917[2]
Websitewww.in.gov/cities/alexandria

Alexandria is a city in Monroe Township, Madison County, Indiana, United States. It is about 48 miles (77 km) northeast of Indianapolis. According to the 2020 census, its population was 5,149,[3] nearly unchanged from 2010.

History

[edit]
Historical marker about Indiana's First Interurban Railway line.

Alexandria was platted in 1836, when it was certain that the Indiana Central Canal would be extended to that point.[5] It was incorporated as a town in 1898.[6]

In 1898, Indiana's first Interurban railway line began operating between Alexandria and Anderson.[7]

Geography

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Alexandria is located in northern Madison County. Indiana State Road 9 passes through the east side of the city, leading south 11 miles (18 km) to Anderson, the county seat, and north 21 miles (34 km) to Marion. State Road 28 crosses the northern tip of Alexandria, leading west 9 miles (14 km) to Elwood and east 23 miles (37 km) to Albany.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Alexandria has a total area of 3.0 square miles (7.8 km2), all land.[1] Pipe Creek crosses the city south of its center, flowing southwest to join the White River at Perkinsville.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1870287—
188048870.0%
189071546.5%
19007,221909.9%
19105,096−29.4%
19204,172−18.1%
19304,4085.7%
19404,8018.9%
19505,1477.2%
19605,5828.5%
19705,6000.3%
19806,0287.6%
19905,709−5.3%
20006,2609.7%
20105,145−17.8%
20205,1490.1%
U.S. Decennial Census[8]

Alexandria is part of the Indianapolis–Carmel–Anderson metropolitan statistical area.

2010 census

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As of the census[9] of 2010, there were 5,145 people, 2,113 households, and 1,362 families living in the city. The population density was 1,956.3 inhabitants per square mile (755.3/km2). There were 2,507 housing units at an average density of 953.2 per square mile (368.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.4% White, 0.3% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 1.7% of the population.

Of the 2,113 households 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.2% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.5% were non-families. 30.1% of households were one person and 12.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age was 38.2 years. 25.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[4] of 2000, there were 6,260 people, 2,481 households, and 1,654 families living in the city. The population density was 2,308.6 inhabitants per square mile (891.4/km2). There were 2,704 housing units at an average density of 997.2 per square mile (385.0/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 98.10% White, 0.46% Black or African American, 0.08% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.43% from other races, and 0.80% from two or more races. 0.99% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 2,481 households 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 28.9% of households were one person and 13.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.04.

The age distribution was 27.8% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% 65 or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

The median household income was $35,359 and the median family income was $42,731. Males had a median income of $30,529 versus $23,384 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,578. About 4.2% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 15.0% of those age 65 or over.

Government

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The city council consists of seven members. Five members are elected from individual districts, and two are elected at large. The city is governed by a "strong" mayor system that appoints two council members and/or city residents to serve at the mayor's pleasure on the board of public works and safety. The chief financial officer is the clerk-treasurer. The clerk-treasurer and mayor are full-time elected officials.

Transportation

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Airport

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Alexandria Airport is a public use airport located 3 miles (5 km) southeast of the central business district of Alexandria.[10]

Education

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Alexandria Community School Corporation operates the public schools.

The town has a lending library, the Alexandria-Monroe Public Library.[11]

Notable people

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  • Clock in Alexandria, Indiana
    Clock in Alexandria, Indiana
  • Fountain in park in Alexandria
    Fountain in park in Alexandria
  • The Commons Theatre in Alexandria Indiana
    The Commons Theatre in Alexandria Indiana
  • Harrison Street in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
    Harrison Street in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
  • Beulah Park Swimming Pool in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
    Beulah Park Swimming Pool in Alexandria, circa 1930–1945
  • Welcome to Alexandria
    Welcome to Alexandria

References

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  1. ^ a b "2022 U.S. Gazetteer Files: Indiana". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved April 10, 2023.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Alexandria, Indiana
  3. ^ a b "P1. Race – Alexandria city, Indiana: 2020 DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171)". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved April 10, 2023.
  4. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
  5. ^ Forkner, John La Rue (1914). History of Madison County, Indiana: A Narrative Account of Its Historical Progress, Its People and Its Principal Interests, Volume 1. Lewis Publishing Company. p. 119.
  6. ^ Forkner, John La Rue; Dyson, Byron H. (1897). Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of Madison County, Indiana. Wilson, Humprheys & Co. p. 840.
  7. ^ Indiana's First Interurban (Indiana Historical Marker). SE corner, Harrison & Church Streets, Alexandria: Indiana Sesquicentennial Commission. 1966. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
  8. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  9. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 11, 2012.
  10. ^ FAA Airport Form 5010 for I99 PDF. Federal Aviation Administration. Effective June 3, 2010.
  11. ^ "Indiana public library directory" (PDF). Indiana State Library. Archived from the original (PDF) on February 18, 2017. Retrieved March 10, 2018.
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