Where is Alexandria, Kentucky, USA?

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Where is Alexandria Located? - Alexandria is a city located in the Campbell County of Kentucky, United States. Alexandria lies between 42.6334 Degrees North latitudes and 71.3162 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Alexandria?: The Google Map showing the location of Alexandria in the U.S. state of Kentucky.

Where is Alexandria Located?

Alexandria is a city located in the Campbell County of Kentucky, United States. Alexandria lies between 42.6334 Degrees North latitudes and 71.3162 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Alexandria city is 10341 people and the city has a total area of 6.93 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Alexandria, Kentucky Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityAlexandria
CountyCampbell County
StateKentucky
CountryUnited States
RegionNorthern Kentucky
Latitude38.9595° N
Longitude84.3874° W
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Land Area6.5 sq mi
Water Area0.0 sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)10,341
Population DensityApproximately 1,591 per sq mi
ZIP Code41001
Area Code859
Time Zone StandardEastern Time (UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (UTC-4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code21-01072

Nearby Cities and Communities to Alexandria, Kentucky

  • Cold Spring, Kentucky - 4 mi North
  • Highland Heights, Kentucky - 7 mi Northwest
  • Wilder, Kentucky - 8 mi Northwest
  • Fort Thomas, Kentucky - 10 mi North
  • Newport, Kentucky - 12 mi North
  • Bellevue, Kentucky - 12 mi North
  • Cincinnati, Ohio - 14 mi North
  • Independence, Kentucky - 10 mi West
  • Covington, Kentucky - 13 mi Northwest
  • Batavia, Ohio - 18 mi East

Alexandria, Kentucky Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January39233.1
April65434.2
July86664.4
October68462.8
Annual654444.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Cfa - Humid Subtropical
Annual RainfallApproximately 44 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 180 days
Severe Weather RiskModerate
Average SnowfallApproximately 15 inches annually

Driving Distances from Alexandria, Kentucky

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Cold SpringKentucky410 min
Highland HeightsKentucky715 min
WilderKentucky815 min
IndependenceKentucky1015 min
Fort ThomasKentucky1020 min
NewportKentucky1220 min
BellevueKentucky1220 min
CovingtonKentucky1325 min
CincinnatiOhio1425 min
BataviaOhio1830 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Alexandria, Kentucky

Nearest AirportCincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
IATA CodeCVG
Major HighwaysUS Highway 27, Kentucky Route 9 (AA Highway), Interstate 275 Nearby
Rail ServiceNo Passenger Rail Service
Public TransitTANK Regional Bus Service
  • US Highway 27 connects Alexandria with Cincinnati and central Kentucky.
  • The AA Highway provides access to eastern Kentucky communities.
  • Interstate 275 is located a short distance north of the city.
  • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is approximately 24 miles west.
  • Alexandria serves as the county seat of Campbell County.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Alexandria, Kentucky

Landmark NameType
Campbell County CourthouseGovernment Building
AJ Jolly ParkRegional Park
Alexandria Community ParkCommunity Park
Pendery ParkHistoric Site
Veterans Memorial ParkMemorial Park
Northern Kentucky Horse Network TrailsOutdoor Recreation Area
Camp Springs Historic AreaHistoric Community
Bluegrass Heritage MuseumMuseum
Newport on the LeveeEntertainment District
Cincinnati RiverfrontTourist Attraction

Colleges and Universities Near Alexandria, Kentucky

Institution NameTypeDistanceNotable For
Northern Kentucky UniversityPublic University8 miBusiness and research programs
Gateway Community and Technical CollegeCommunity College12 miWorkforce education
University of CincinnatiPublic University16 miResearch and engineering
Xavier UniversityPrivate University18 miLiberal arts and business
Thomas More UniversityPrivate University18 miLiberal arts education

Waterbodies in and Near Alexandria, Kentucky

Licking River, Ohio River, AJ Jolly Lake, Four Mile Creek, Twelve Mile Creek, Banklick Creek, Campbell Lake Preserve Ponds, Gunpowder Creek, Bullock Pen Lake, East Fork Little Miami River

Golf Courses in and Near Alexandria, Kentucky

AJ Jolly Golf Course, Hickory Sticks Golf Club, Pendleton Hills Golf Club, California Golf Course, World of Golf, Summit Hills Country Club, Devou Park Golf Course, Twin Oaks Golf and Plantation Club

Alexandria, Kentucky - Key Historical Facts

  • Alexandria was established in 1793 and became the county seat of Campbell County in 1840.
  • The community developed as an agricultural trading center for northern Kentucky.
  • Its location near Cincinnati encouraged economic growth and residential development.
  • The city maintained its small-town character while becoming part of the Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area.
  • Transportation improvements helped connect Alexandria with regional business centers.
  • Today, Alexandria is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, parks and convenient access to Cincinnati.

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