Dothan, AL Census Data
The 8th largest city in Alabama by population · 10 cities ranked
Dothan is the 8th largest city in Alabama by population and ranks 7th of 10 for median household income. With 71,118 residents, its poverty rate of 19.2% ranks among the higher rates in Alabama. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
71,118
47.7% male · 52.3% female
Median Age
40.4
1.7 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$55,052
$23,486 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
27.3%
7.7% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.0%
Poverty Rate
19.2%
6.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.6%
Broadband Access
93.5%
3.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$186,600
Median rent: $912 · 57% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
Labor force participation: 54.4%
Per Capita Income
$37,228
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
10.1%
Disability rate: 16.5%
How Dothan Compares to Other Alabama Cities
Rankings among all 10 Alabama cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 8th of 10 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 7th of 10 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 6th of 10 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 9th of 10 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 7th of 10 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Dothan, AL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dothan, AL?
The population of Dothan, AL is 71,118 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.4 years.
What is the median household income in Dothan?
The median household income in Dothan, AL is $55,052, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $37,228.
What is the poverty rate in Dothan?
The poverty rate in Dothan, AL is 19.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Dothan residents have a college degree?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Dothan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Dothan?
The median home value in Dothan, AL is $186,600. Median rent is $912 per month, with 57% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Dothan?
Dothan's population is 56.6% White, 35.6% Black, 4.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.4% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Dothan rank among Alabama cities?
Dothan is the 8th largest city in Alabama by population, the 7th highest for median household income, the 6th lowest for poverty rate, the 9th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 10 ranked Alabama cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Dothan?
The unemployment rate in Dothan, AL is 4.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 54.4%. Per capita income is $37,228.
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