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Dothan, AL
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Population: 70,318
Home Price: $157,600
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Overview
Dothan is a midsize city in the state of Alabama with a population of 70,318. Dothan has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
20.1 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Dothan, AL
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Per Capita Income
$31,136
$26,163
$32,693
Median Household Income
$49,203
$51,091
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
6.7%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
13.9%
10.5%
Age
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Median Age
40.0
41.9
42.3
Gender
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Male
47.9%
48.6%
49.8%
Female
52.1%
51.4%
50.2%
Race
Dothan
Alabama
United States
White
59.7%
70.2%
80.3%
Black or African American
34.5%
24.2%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.3%
0.4%
2.7%
Asian
1.3%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
1.0%
1.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
3.3%
2.9%
5.2%
Housing Information
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Median Home Price
$157,600
$131,174
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$611
$527
$801
Family Households
42.0%
42.0%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.5%
35.5%
26.2%
Homeowners
58.3%
74.0%
72.9%
Renters
41.7%
26.0%
27.1%
Education
Dothan
Alabama
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
8.4%
10.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
29.2%
29.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
22.7%
21.7%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.8%
9.0%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
17.0%
11.2%
15.0%
Proficiency
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Mathematics
43.0%
44.1%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
43.0%
42.9%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Murder
NA
4.7
3.0
Rape
NA
17.5
38.0
Robbery
NA
31.5
40.7
Assault
NA
79.4
188.5
Property Crime
Dothan
Alabama
United States
Burglary
NA
149.4
336.1
Theft
NA
1977.4
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
116.7
167.1
Arson
NA
2.3
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Dothan, AL
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
gluten free
tast
food truck
delicious
ice cream
hot sauce
grilling
takeout delivery
salad
beef
festivals
haggis
chef
beer
comfort foods
seafood
taco
dessert
craft beer
restaurants
high school football
football
college football
video games
country music
philly sports
fantasy football
flag football
baseball
hockey player
basketball
athlete
wrestling
teams
pro wrestling
classic rock
golf
athletes
softball
disc golf
inspired by
photography
visual
comic
graffiti
drawing
portraits
portraiture
graphic design
portrait
collection
creative
nature
arti
pfp
icon
animations
photographs
studio
artists
spending time
video games
road trips
single dad
books
comic books
photography
disc golf
horror movies
memes
advertis
anime
youtuber
toys
pokemon
nascar
outdoors
hunting
fishing
crossfit
sports
local news
radio show
music videos
tv
digital content
radio host
celebrity
pro wrestling
classic rock
marketing
producer
photography
booking
drama
low budget
pop culture
entertainmen
advertising
reality television
sports
warm weather
space
beach
facility
photography
wildlife
fire pit
summer
hot tub
sightseeing
cabins
nature
aquarium
hunting
fishing
pool
skiing
winter
visitors
black friday
home depot
local businesses
great stocking stuffers
black owned
shop local
post office
food truck
delivery service
coupon
department store
dollar tree
walmart
gas station
vehicle wraps
brickseek
takeout delivery
retail
publix
repair facility
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