Alpheus P. Hodges (1821 – July 29, 1858) was the first Mayor of Los Angeles, California after the city was incorporated on April 4, 1850.

However, he was preceded by Stephen C. Foster, who was the first mayor under American rule.

On April 3, 1849, he left Richmond aboard Madison Mining and Trading Company's ship, the Glenmore, under command of Captain W.P.

He served as mayor for only a year, that being the term of the office at that time.

He later returned to Virginia, and died in Alexandria at the home of his father on July 29, 1858.