Dothan, AL Metro Area

Dothan, AL · Metro Area

152,674Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (1 central, 2 outlying), part of the Dothan-Enterprise-Ozark, AL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $57,791
Median home value: $170,700
Land area: 1,716 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Houston County, AL	Central	108,140	$58,626	$183,300
Geneva County, AL	Outlying	26,887	$52,771	$130,700
Henry County, AL	Outlying	17,647	$59,931	$161,000

Largest cities and towns

24 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Dothan, AL	City	71,514	$55,792
Headland, AL	City	5,217	$79,063
Geneva, AL	City	4,225	$47,102
Taylor, AL	Town	3,063	$67,464
Abbeville, AL	City	2,748	$31,712
Hartford, AL	City	2,701	$56,250
Ashford, AL	Town	2,447	$65,341
Cowarts, AL	Town	2,204	$64,118
Kinsey, AL	Town	2,195	$55,500
Slocomb, AL	City	1,952	$38,056
Malvern, AL	Town	1,913	$43,854
Rehobeth, AL	Town	1,887	$80,972
Samson, AL	City	1,669	$33,424
Webb, AL	Town	1,475	$54,792
Cottonwood, AL	Town	971	$34,468
Columbia, AL	Town	785	$62,000
Newville, AL	Town	515	$41,250
Black, AL	Town	467	$61,214
Avon, AL	Town	378	$39,375
Gordon, AL	Town	323	$41,500
Coffee Springs, AL	Town	283	$40,917
Madrid, AL	Town	220	$39,750
Haleburg, AL	Town	211	$41,944
Eunola, AL	CDP	155	$35,038

Also in the Dothan-Enterprise-Ozark, AL combined area

Enterprise, AL · micro · 54,920 Ozark, AL · micro · 49,599

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Unemployment

4.6%

College Educated

21.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$57,791

Mean Household Income

$79,162

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.3%

Female

51.7%

Population Split

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English13.4%

Irish9.3%

German6.2%

Mexican2.7%

Scottish1.8%

Italian1.4%

French0.9%

African0.5%

Polish0.4%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

2.7%Foreign Born

97.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized41.7%

Non-Citizen58.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.7%

Before 201065.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

71,957

Median Rent

$910/mo

Median Home Value

$170,700

Median Year Built

1984

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

33,218

College Enrollment

15.3%

High School

22.7%

College Educated

21.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

85.6%

Public Transit

0.1%

Work From Home

4.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.5%

18-34 Years

19.7%

35-64 Years

38.2%

65+ Years

19.6%

Population Composition

Under 1822.5%

18-3419.7%

35-6438.2%

65+19.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.0%

Single Parent

7.6%

Living Alone

30.8%

Avg Size

2.48

Household Types

Married Couples46.0%

Single Parent7.6%

Living Alone30.8%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$32,790

SNAP Usage

16.2%

Health Insurance

88.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k21.7%

$25k - $50k22.7%

$50k - $100k29.6%

$100k+25.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.1%

Retail Trade

13.0%

Education & Health Care

25.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

18.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

88.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

84.8%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

92.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

83.8

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

175.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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