Dothan, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dothan, Alabama had a total population of 71,514, the 8th largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $55,792, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Dothan Quick Facts
How Dothan Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 71,118 | 71,514 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $55,052 | $55,792 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $186,600 | $194,000 | +4.0% |
How Dothan Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dothan Rankings in Alabama
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Other Cities in Houston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor | 3,063 | $67,464 | 16.0% | $134,200 |
| Ashford | 2,447 | $65,341 | 15.0% | $180,100 |
| Cowarts | 2,204 | $64,118 | 18.5% | $177,700 |
| Kinsey | 2,195 | $55,500 | 8.5% | $132,000 |
| Rehobeth | 1,887 | $80,972 | 11.3% | $242,900 |
| Webb | 1,475 | $54,792 | 7.9% | $113,800 |
| Cottonwood | 971 | $34,468 | 27.6% | $111,500 |
| Columbia | 785 | $62,000 | 11.8% | $156,800 |
| Avon | 378 | $39,375 | 22.2% | $122,500 |
| Gordon | 323 | N/A | 31.6% | $86,700 |
Cities Similar to Dothan
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 80,594 | $63,668 | $364,800 | 64.1% | 25.4% |
| Decatur | 57,361 | $61,563 | $210,200 | 22.4% | 13.1% |
| Tuscaloosa | 111,038 | $51,464 | $255,500 | 39.4% | 25.1% |
| Florence | 41,701 | $52,174 | $196,300 | 34.5% | 17.9% |
| Hoover | 92,642 | $109,253 | $412,200 | 62.6% | 5.1% |
Population Overview
Dothan is a mid-sized community located in Alabama, within Houston County. The total population is 71,514. It ranks as the 8th most populous out of 592 Census-designated places in Alabama.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dothan is 40.2 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.3 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dothan is $55,792. This is 13% lower than the state median of $63,999. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.3%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $194,000. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $209,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 57.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 70.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dothan is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 35.7%.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 28.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dothan, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 592 Census-designated places in Alabama. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dothan, Alabama?
Dothan, Alabama has a population of 71,514 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dothan, AL?
The median household income in Dothan is $55,792, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dothan, AL?
The poverty rate in Dothan is 19.3%. This means approximately 13,606 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dothan, Alabama?
Dothan's population is 54.4% White, 35.7% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dothan, AL?
The median home value in Dothan is $194,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Dothan, Alabama?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Dothan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.