The population data for ZIP code 22314 in Alexandria, Virginia, spanning from 2010 to 2022, shows a consistent increase in both population and population density. The area has experienced significant growth, with the population increasing from 26,737 in 2010 to 35,743 in 2022, a 33.7 percent increase over the 12-year period. Correspondingly, the population density has risen from 6,427.16 people per square mile in 2010 to 8,592.07 people per square mile in 2022.

Given the ZIP code's size of 4.16 square miles and the 2022 population of 35,743, the area can be classified as an urban area. Urban areas are typically characterized by population densities between 3,000 and 10,000 people per square mile, multi-story residential buildings, commercial buildings, and high levels of infrastructure and services.

The estimated number of housing units corresponding to the 2022 population, based on the national average household size of 2.61, is approximately 13,695. This suggests a relatively dense residential development pattern, likely consisting of a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and multi-family apartment buildings.