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A city of 3,587 people in Arkansas
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City in Arkansas, United States
1887Established
3,385Population
2.3 sq miArea
358 ftElevation

Alexander is a city in Pulaski and Saline counties in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Located in Central Arkansas, the town was founded as a construction camp for the nearby railroad. Following its completion, the citizens decided to incorporate in 1887. Alexander is home to the Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center. As of the 2020 census, Alexander had a population of 3,385.

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Housing in Alexander

$281K▲ 3.3% in a year Typical home value · Zillow

The typical Alexander home is worth about $281,000, up 3.3% in a year, 24% above the Arkansas typical home.

Only 2 sales in May 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.

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Safety in Alexander

C−

Safety Grade C-

Alexander reports more crime per resident than most U.S. towns we grade: about 85% report less.

Violent crime per 1,000
Alexander 9.5
Arkansas 5.4
U.S. 3.3
Property crime per 1,000
Alexander 10
Arkansas 16.7
U.S. 15.5
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Health in Alexander

C

Health Grade C

Healthier than 31% of U.S. towns on seven CDC estimates, and 54% of towns with similar incomes.

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of 32 measures CDC estimates. The other 18 are too close to call.

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Saline Memorial HospitalBenton · 1.8 mi · ER
Healthy Connections- BryantBenton · 3.7 mi · sliding-scale fees
Primary careShortage · county-wide
DentalShortage · county-wide
Mental healthNo shortage
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