Dothan

AL

Houston County, Alabama

Population 108K |Median income $58,626 |2 hospitals

Population
108,140
Houston County
Median Income
$58,626
-14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$183,300
-20% vs avg
Median Age
40.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
108K+6%
Median Income
$58,626+43%
Median Home Value
$183,300+50%
Poverty Rate
17.5%-3%
Unemployment
4.5%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$945/mo
Poverty Rate
17.5% +23% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23%
Work From Home 4.6%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 64.6%
African American 27.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.5%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
44.5%
Obesity
40.5%
Short Sleep Duration
39%
Physical Inactivity
29%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.2%
Current Smoking
16%
Diabetes
15.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
15%
Binge Drinking
13.3%
Current Asthma
10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.4%
Dental Visit 54.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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1
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
SOUTHEAST HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
DOTHAN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
FLOWERS HOSPITAL
DOTHAN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Dothan Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Dothan, AL? ▼
Dothan, AL has a population of 108,140 people, located in Houston County, Alabama.
What is the median household income in Dothan? ▼
The median household income in Dothan, AL is $58,626 per year. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
What is the median home value in Dothan? ▼
The median home value in Dothan, AL is $183,300. Median rent is $945/month.
What are the top health concerns in Dothan? ▼
The top health indicators in Dothan include High Blood Pressure (44.5%), Obesity (40.5%), Short Sleep Duration (39%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Dothan? ▼
Dothan has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Dothan? ▼
The median age in Dothan, AL is 40.3 years. 23% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Dothan, AL is located in Houston County, Alabama. With a population of 108K and a median household income of $58,626, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Dothan area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Houston County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.