Crime & Safety in Alexandria
Alexandria's real, disclosed crime picture runs genuinely high -- even higher than Monroe's own disclosed figures documented elsewhere in this project's Louisiana buildout -- and this record states it plainly.
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NeighborhoodScout's own 2026 figures place Alexandria's overall crime rate at approximately 93 per 1,000 residents, with more than 100% of Louisiana communities running a lower crime rate.
Among the top 100 most dangerous U.S. cities
NeighborhoodScout separately lists Alexandria among the top 100 most dangerous U.S. cities of any size, with victim odds of approximately 1 in 11 overall.
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Key takeaways
- Alexandria's overall crime rate (~93 per 1,000) runs genuinely among the highest in Louisiana.
- Alexandria ranks among the top 100 most dangerous U.S. cities of any size, per NeighborhoodScout.
- Confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement before relocating.
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