Dothan, AL
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Dothan Overview
70,699
TOTAL POPULATION
33,920
MALE POPULATION
36,779
FEMALE POPULATION
92.23
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.43
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,008
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,395
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,704
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,519
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
32,195
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dothan Area Codes
Race in Dothan
The most populous races in Dothan are White / Caucasian (41,298 | 58.4%), Black / African American (24,680 | 34.9%), and Two or more Races (2,750 | 3.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 895 | 1.3% |
| Black / African American | 24,680 | 34.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,617 | 3.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 238 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 41,298 | 58.4% |
| Two or more Races | 2,750 | 3.9% |
| Some other Race | 835 | 1.2% |
| Total | 70,699 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dothan
The most populous ancestries reported in Dothan are English (7,638 | 10.8%), American (7,405 | 10.5%), Irish (5,315 | 7.5%), German (3,555 | 5.0%), and Mexican (1,408 | 2.0%), together accounting for 35.8% of all Dothan residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 447 | 0.6% |
| Alaska Native | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 7,405 | 10.5% |
| Apache | 28 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 138 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belizean | 15 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 105 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 102 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 354 | 0.5% |
| Bulgarian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 136 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 68 | 0.1% |
| Cape Verdean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 315 | 0.4% |
| Central American Indian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 384 | 0.5% |
| Chilean | 5 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 23 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 30 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 58 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 175 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 24 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 31 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 66 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 367 | 0.5% |
| Dutch West Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 56 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 22 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 1 | 0.0% |
| English | 7,638 | 10.8% |
| Ethiopian | 44 | 0.1% |
| European | 1,207 | 1.7% |
| Filipino | 6 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 34 | 0.1% |
| French | 736 | 1.0% |
| French American Indian | 19 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 101 | 0.1% |
| German | 3,555 | 5.0% |
| Ghanaian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 87 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 180 | 0.3% |
| Haitian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 30 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 55 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 188 | 0.3% |
| Iranian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 5,315 | 7.5% |
| Iroquois | 8 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,209 | 1.7% |
| Jamaican | 161 | 0.2% |
| Kenyan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 186 | 0.3% |
| Laotian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 76 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Lumbee | 5 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,408 | 2.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 66 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 75 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 42 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 181 | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 39 | 0.1% |
| Palestinian | 30 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 60 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 51 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 29 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 508 | 0.7% |
| Portuguese | 37 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 363 | 0.5% |
| Romanian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 71 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 43 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 36 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 782 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 1,120 | 1.6% |
| Seminole | 1 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 8 | 0.0% |
| South American | 140 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 25 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 83 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 224 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 578 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 191 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 40 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 222 | 0.3% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 26 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 27 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 51 | 0.1% |
| Vietnamese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 270 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 15 | 0.0% | View All 116 Rows |
Immigrants in Dothan
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dothan came from Latin America (1,001 | 1.4%), Asia (872 | 1.2%), Central America (707 | 1.0%), Mexico (462 | 0.6%), and South Central Asia (413 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.9% of all Dothan residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 83 | 0.1% |
| Argentina | 3 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 872 | 1.2% |
| Australia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bahamas | 3 | 0.0% |
| Bangladesh | 7 | 0.0% |
| Barbados | 24 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 63 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 165 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 707 | 1.0% |
| Chile | 5 | 0.0% |
| China | 95 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 20 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 28 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 11 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 29 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 211 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 39 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 7 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 20 | 0.0% |
| England | 22 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 11 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 177 | 0.3% |
| France | 12 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 92 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 175 | 0.3% |
| Guyana | 7 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 11 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 28 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 14 | 0.0% |
| India | 322 | 0.5% |
| Indonesia | 19 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 3 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 4 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 84 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 39 | 0.1% |
| Jordan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 16 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 77 | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,001 | 1.4% |
| Mexico | 462 | 0.6% |
| Morocco | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 27 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 25 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 81 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 16 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 34 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 55 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 8 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 12 | 0.0% |
| South America | 129 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 413 | 0.6% |
| South Eastern Asia | 204 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 35 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 21 | 0.0% |
| Uruguay | 3 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 46 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 95 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 46 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 34 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 106 | 0.2% |
| Yemen | 6 | 0.0% | View All 72 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dothan
Sex and Age in Dothan
The most populous age groups in Dothan are 10 to 14 Years (2,362 | 7.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,535 | 6.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,258 (6.7%) | 2,071 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 2,293 (6.8%) | 2,093 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 2,362 (7.0%) | 2,086 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 2,198 (6.5%) | 1,914 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,240 (6.6%) | 2,016 (5.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,246 (6.6%) | 2,419 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,210 (6.5%) | 2,328 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 2,066 (6.1%) | 2,133 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,934 (5.7%) | 2,493 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,882 (5.6%) | 2,313 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 2,213 (6.5%) | 2,440 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,177 (6.4%) | 2,301 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,153 (6.4%) | 2,535 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,892 (5.6%) | 2,253 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,671 (4.9%) | 2,121 (5.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 950 (2.8%) | 1,355 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 691 (2.0%) | 883 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 484 (1.4%) | 1,025 (2.8%) |
| Total | 33,920 (100.0%) | 36,779 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dothan
Median Family Size in Dothan
The median family size in Dothan is 3.20 persons per family, with single female/mother families (4,672 | 26.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.59 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,158 | 6.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.03 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,663 (66.7%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,158 (6.6%) | 3.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 4,672 (26.7%) | 3.59 |
| Total Families | 17,493 (100.0%) | 3.20 |
Median Household Size in Dothan
The median household size in Dothan is 2.47 persons per household, with single female/mother households (4,672 | 16.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.75 persons per household. non-family households (10,712 | 38.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,663 (41.3%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,158 (4.1%) | 3.31 |
| Single Female/Mother | 4,672 (16.6%) | 3.75 |
| Non-family | 10,712 (38.0%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 28,205 (100.0%) | 2.47 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dothan
Out of a total of 28,205 households in Dothan, 17,493 (62.0%) are family households, while 10,712 (38.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 8,979, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 9,618.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 9,618 (34.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 8,979 (31.8%) | 962 (3.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3,757 (13.3%) | 106 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,893 (10.3%) | 22 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,242 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 353 (1.3%) | 4 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 269 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,493 (62.0%) | 10,712 (38.0%) |
Female Fertility in Dothan
Fertility by Age in Dothan
Average fertility rate in Dothan is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 17 (2.5%) | 9.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 578 (85.0%) | 85.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 85 (12.5%) | 11.0 |
| Total | 680 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dothan
50.0% of women with births (680) in Dothan are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 82.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 28.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (17.6%) | 14 (82.4%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 276 (47.7%) | 302 (52.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 61 (71.8%) | 24 (28.2%) |
| Total | 340 (50.0%) | 340 (50.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Dothan
Average fertility rate in Dothan is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 51.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 41.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 34 (5.0%) | 14.0 |
| High School Diploma | 210 (30.9%) | 51.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 282 (41.5%) | 48.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 103 (15.1%) | 43.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 51 (7.5%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 680 (100.0%) | 42.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dothan
50.0% of women with births in Dothan are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 98.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 67.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 11 (32.4%) | 23 (67.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 69 (32.9%) | 141 (67.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 113 (40.1%) | 169 (59.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 101 (98.1%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46 (90.2%) | 5 (9.8%) |
| Total | 340 (50.0%) | 340 (50.0%) |
Income in Dothan
Income Overview in Dothan
Per Capita Income in Dothan is $34,008, while median incomes of families and households are $73,395 and $53,704 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 70,699 | $34,008 |
| Median Family Income | 17,493 | $73,395 |
| Mean Family Income | 17,493 | $100,441 |
| Median Household Income | 28,205 | $53,704 |
| Mean Household Income | 28,205 | $80,621 |
| Income Deficit | 17,493 | $11,519 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 70,699 | 35.08% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 70,699 | 64.92¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 70,699 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Dothan
Average Earnings in Dothan are $35,812, $43,915 for men and $28,511 for women, a difference of 35.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 17,545 (52.0%) | $43,915 |
| Female | 16,163 (47.9%) | $28,511 |
| Total | 33,708 (100.0%) | $35,812 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dothan
The most common earnings brackets in Dothan are $100,000+ for men (3,075 | 17.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,344 | 8.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 905 (5.2%) | 898 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 478 (2.7%) | 733 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 452 (2.6%) | 750 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 375 (2.1%) | 582 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 420 (2.4%) | 629 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 387 (2.2%) | 806 (5.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 431 (2.5%) | 601 (3.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 524 (3.0%) | 679 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 401 (2.3%) | 841 (5.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 556 (3.2%) | 605 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,092 (6.2%) | 1,344 (8.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 996 (5.7%) | 985 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,076 (6.1%) | 984 (6.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 837 (4.8%) | 901 (5.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 946 (5.4%) | 857 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 609 (3.5%) | 684 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,152 (6.6%) | 1,075 (6.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 931 (5.3%) | 555 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,902 (10.8%) | 819 (5.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 3,075 (17.5%) | 835 (5.2%) |
| Total | 17,545 (100.0%) | 16,163 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dothan
Average earnings in Dothan are $49,839 for men and $32,902 for women, a difference of 34.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,465, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,220. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,363, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,554.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,220 | $24,554 |
| High School Diploma | $38,082 | $24,779 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,307 | $27,905 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $80,684 | $45,949 |
| Graduate Degree | $103,465 | $57,363 |
| Total | $49,839 | $32,902 |
Family Income in Dothan
Family Income Brackets in Dothan
According to the Dothan family income data, there are 2,834 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 542 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 805 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 542 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,155 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,259 | 7.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,379 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,746 | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,536 | 14.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,834 | 16.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,714 | 9.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,539 | 8.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dothan
4-person families (2,701 | 15.4%) account for the highest median family income in Dothan with $86,827 per family, while 2-person families (9,312 | 53.2%) have the highest median income of $34,930 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 9,312 (53.2%) | $69,860 |
| 3-Person Families | 3,805 (21.7%) | $64,125 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,701 (15.4%) | $86,827 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,126 (6.4%) | $77,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 382 (2.2%) | $85,890 |
| 7+ Person Families | 167 (0.9%) | $58,250 |
| Total | 17,493 (100.0%) | $73,395 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dothan
The median family income in Dothan is $73,395, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,355) having the highest median family income of $119,604, while families with no earners (3,283) have the lowest median family income of $40,907, accounting for 7.7% and 18.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 3,283 (18.8%) | $40,907 |
| 1 Earner | 6,656 (38.1%) | $54,387 |
| 2 Earners | 6,199 (35.4%) | $103,424 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,355 (7.7%) | $119,604 |
| Total | 17,493 (100.0%) | $73,395 |
Household Income in Dothan
Household Income Brackets in Dothan
With 4,231 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dothan, accounting for 15.0% of all households. In contrast, only 1,664 households (5.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,918 | 6.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,664 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2,820 | 10.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,792 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,033 | 14.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,231 | 15.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,582 | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,526 | 12.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,918 | 6.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,721 | 6.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dothan
The median household income in Dothan is $53,704, with the highest median household income of $66,615 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 10,356 households (36.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,435, with 912 households (3.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 912 (3.2%) | $29,435 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 8,645 (30.6%) | $52,986 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 10,356 (36.7%) | $66,615 |
| 65+ Years | 8,292 (29.4%) | $45,912 |
| Total | 28,205 (100.0%) | $53,704 |
Poverty in Dothan
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dothan
With 16.4% poverty level for males and 20.2% for females among the residents of Dothan, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 827 males (37.3%) and 719 females (35.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 827 (37.3%) | 719 (35.2%) |
| 5 Years | 132 (26.4%) | 126 (35.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 837 (31.0%) | 893 (34.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 318 (23.3%) | 248 (21.9%) |
| 15 Years | 93 (22.7%) | 77 (14.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 179 (16.9%) | 144 (22.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 578 (20.0%) | 668 (24.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 593 (13.7%) | 1,354 (28.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 482 (12.2%) | 873 (19.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 516 (12.8%) | 524 (11.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 535 (12.5%) | 823 (17.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 254 (7.2%) | 490 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (6.3%) | 403 (13.2%) |
| Total | 5,473 (16.4%) | 7,342 (20.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dothan
According to the poverty statistics in Dothan, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.7% of males and 89.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,390 (62.7%) | 1,325 (64.8%) |
| 5 Years | 369 (73.7%) | 233 (64.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,863 (69.0%) | 1,730 (66.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,048 (76.7%) | 884 (78.1%) |
| 15 Years | 317 (77.3%) | 447 (85.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 880 (83.1%) | 485 (77.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,306 (80.0%) | 2,020 (75.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,745 (86.3%) | 3,378 (71.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,475 (87.8%) | 3,728 (81.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,519 (87.2%) | 4,229 (89.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,760 (87.5%) | 4,005 (83.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,278 (92.8%) | 3,823 (88.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,905 (93.7%) | 2,654 (86.8%) |
| Total | 27,855 (83.6%) | 28,941 (79.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dothan
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dothan show that 4.0% or 470 of the total 11,663 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 12.5%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 255 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 7,447 (96.7%) | 255 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3,047 (95.7%) | 137 (4.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 643 (90.2%) | 70 (9.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 56 (87.5%) | 8 (12.5%) |
| Total | 11,193 (96.0%) | 470 (4.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dothan
According to the poverty data in Dothan, 11.6% or 134 single-father households and 35.6% or 1,662 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (86.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 58 (8.3%) | 239 (15.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 51 (12.1%) | 974 (39.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (46.2%) | 418 (74.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 13 (100.0%) | 31 (86.1%) |
| Total | 134 (11.6%) | 1,662 (35.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dothan
The poverty data for Dothan shows that 470 of the married-couple family households (4.0%) and 1,796 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (12.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 household (89.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 255 (3.3%) | 297 (13.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 137 (4.3%) | 1,025 (35.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 70 (9.8%) | 430 (73.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (12.5%) | 44 (89.8%) |
| Total | 470 (4.0%) | 1,796 (30.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dothan
Employment by Class of Employer in Dothan
Among the 30,042 employed individuals in Dothan, private company employees (20,711 | 68.9%), not-for-profit organizations (2,065 | 6.9%), and local government employees (1,828 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 20,711 | 68.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,291 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,698 | 5.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,065 | 6.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,828 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 1,231 | 4.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,138 | 3.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 80 | 0.3% |
| Total | 30,042 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dothan
According to the labor force statistics for Dothan, out of the total population over 16 years of age (56,582), 56.9% or 32,195 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 1,642 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 79.6% or 3,713 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.3% or 162 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,314 (41.6%) | 162 (12.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,979 (70.0%) | 283 (9.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 3,713 (79.6%) | 379 (10.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 3,331 (73.4%) | 160 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,702 (77.7%) | 308 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,716 (75.9%) | 175 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,906 (64.9%) | 64 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,297 (49.0%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,818 (22.9%) | 33 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 393 (7.3%) | 18 (4.6%) |
| Total | 32,195 (56.9%) | 1,642 (5.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dothan
According to labor force statistics for Dothan, 71.6% of individuals (25,664) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (35,843) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 1,155 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.1% or 8,455 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 190 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,975 (50.7%) | 374 (9.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 6,224 (61.7%) | 767 (7.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 9,015 (75.6%) | 346 (2.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,455 (85.1%) | 268 (2.7%) |
| Total | 25,664 (71.6%) | 1,613 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dothan
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dothan are Community & Social Service (2,988 | 9.8%), Management (2,786 | 9.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,769 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (1,872 | 6.2%), and Health Technologists (1,831 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dothan, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (79.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (76.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (75.7%), Legal Services & Support (72.2%), and Community & Social Service (69.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,688 (60.6%) | 1,098 (39.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 754 (53.1%) | 665 (46.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 919 (79.0%) | 244 (21.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 325 (76.1%) | 102 (23.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 494 (85.5%) | 84 (14.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 100 (63.3%) | 58 (36.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 900 (30.1%) | 2,088 (69.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 220 (36.7%) | 379 (63.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 64 (27.8%) | 166 (72.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 455 (24.3%) | 1,417 (75.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 161 (56.1%) | 126 (43.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 836 (30.2%) | 1,933 (69.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 614 (33.5%) | 1,217 (66.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,097 (45.8%) | 6,028 (54.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dothan are Food Preparation & Serving (2,040 | 6.7%), Healthcare Support (1,068 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,014 | 3.3%), Security & Protection (692 | 2.3%), and Personal Care & Service (673 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dothan, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (89.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (70.3%), and Security & Protection (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.0%), Personal Care & Service (63.3%), and Law Enforcement (51.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 160 (15.0%) | 908 (85.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 466 (67.3%) | 226 (32.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 287 (89.1%) | 35 (10.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 179 (48.4%) | 191 (51.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 1,053 (51.6%) | 987 (48.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 713 (70.3%) | 301 (29.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 247 (36.7%) | 426 (63.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,639 (48.1%) | 2,848 (51.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dothan are Sales & Related (4,034 | 13.3%), and Office & Administration (2,863 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 2,038 (50.5%) | 1,996 (49.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 653 (22.8%) | 2,210 (77.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,691 (39.0%) | 4,206 (61.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dothan are Construction & Extraction (1,019 | 3.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (948 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (130 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 116 (89.2%) | 14 (10.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 989 (97.1%) | 30 (2.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 894 (94.3%) | 54 (5.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,999 (95.3%) | 98 (4.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dothan are Production (2,038 | 6.7%), Transportation (1,374 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (1,333 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,351 (66.3%) | 687 (33.7%) |
| Transportation | 1,232 (89.7%) | 142 (10.3%) |
| Material Moving | 988 (74.1%) | 345 (25.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,571 (75.3%) | 1,174 (24.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dothan
Employment Industries in Dothan
The major employment industries in Dothan include Health Care & Social Assistance (5,360 | 17.7%), Retail Trade (4,326 | 14.2%), Manufacturing (2,678 | 8.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,604 | 8.6%), and Educational Services (2,300 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dothan
The Dothan industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (91.2%), and Construction (89.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (85.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.2%), and Educational Services (73.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 138 (86.8%) | 21 (13.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,464 (89.3%) | 175 (10.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,749 (65.3%) | 929 (34.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 665 (76.9%) | 200 (23.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 2,359 (54.5%) | 1,967 (45.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,627 (80.6%) | 392 (19.4%) |
| Utilities | 593 (91.2%) | 57 (8.8%) |
| Information | 216 (66.5%) | 109 (33.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 388 (45.1%) | 472 (54.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 207 (55.6%) | 165 (44.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 914 (57.6%) | 673 (42.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 3 (14.3%) | 18 (85.7%) |
| Administrative & Support | 720 (56.7%) | 551 (43.3%) |
| Educational Services | 616 (26.8%) | 1,684 (73.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,273 (23.7%) | 4,087 (76.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 176 (54.0%) | 150 (46.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,343 (51.6%) | 1,261 (48.4%) |
| Public Administration | 849 (54.1%) | 720 (45.9%) |
| Total | 15,997 (52.7%) | 14,354 (47.3%) |
Education in Dothan
School Enrollment in Dothan
The most common levels of schooling among the 16,000 students in Dothan are elementary school (3,580 | 22.4%), middle school (3,465 | 21.7%), and high school (3,300 | 20.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 963 | 6.0% |
| Kindergarten | 995 | 6.2% |
| Elementary School | 3,580 | 22.4% |
| Middle School | 3,465 | 21.7% |
| High School | 3,300 | 20.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,874 | 18.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 823 | 5.1% |
| Total | 16,000 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dothan
Out of a total of 16,000 students who are enrolled in schools in Dothan, 3,952 (24.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 12,048 (75.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 304 (38.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 850 (87.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 481 (61.3%) | 304 (38.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 3,468 (83.7%) | 677 (16.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 3,276 (75.6%) | 1,057 (24.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,750 (67.7%) | 835 (32.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 850 (87.3%) | 124 (12.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 958 (75.9%) | 304 (24.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 719 (66.4%) | 364 (33.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 543 (65.2%) | 290 (34.8%) |
| Total | 12,048 (75.3%) | 3,952 (24.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dothan
Business (3,220 | 22.3%), education (2,170 | 15.0%), science & technology (1,722 | 11.9%), arts & humanities (1,355 | 9.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1,011 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 14,451 individuals in Dothan who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 458 | 3.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,011 | 7.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 663 | 4.6% |
| Psychology | 884 | 6.1% |
| Social Sciences | 689 | 4.8% |
| Engineering | 754 | 5.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 95 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 1,722 | 11.9% |
| Business | 3,220 | 22.3% |
| Education | 2,170 | 15.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 359 | 2.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 521 | 3.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 297 | 2.1% |
| Communications | 253 | 1.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,355 | 9.4% |
| Total | 14,451 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dothan
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dothan
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dothan are males with 2 vehicles (7,295, accounting for 45.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,633, making up 51.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 376 (2.4%) | 381 (2.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,116 (19.6%) | 3,983 (28.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,295 (45.9%) | 5,633 (39.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,357 (21.1%) | 2,767 (19.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,207 (7.6%) | 1,020 (7.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 561 (3.5%) | 322 (2.3%) |
| Total | 15,912 (100.0%) | 14,106 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dothan
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dothan are 15 to 19 minutes (6,440 commuters, 22.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (5,550 commuters, 19.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (4,531 commuters, 15.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 687 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4,531 | 15.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 5,550 | 19.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 6,440 | 22.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,923 | 13.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,086 | 3.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,520 | 8.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 451 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 470 | 1.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,406 | 4.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 747 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 752 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dothan
The most common commute times in Dothan are 15 to 19 minutes (3,132 commuters, 20.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (3,308 commuters, 24.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 404 (2.7%) | 283 (2.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,182 (14.4%) | 2,349 (17.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,729 (18.0%) | 2,821 (21.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,132 (20.6%) | 3,308 (24.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,123 (14.0%) | 1,800 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 546 (3.6%) | 540 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,535 (10.1%) | 985 (7.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 281 (1.8%) | 170 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 331 (2.2%) | 139 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 878 (5.8%) | 528 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 544 (3.6%) | 203 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 511 (3.4%) | 241 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dothan
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dothan are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,287, 15.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,550, 19.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,114 (7.3%) | 615 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 783 (5.1%) | 267 (2.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,016 (6.7%) | 460 (3.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,448 (9.5%) | 746 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,641 (10.8%) | 1,251 (9.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 2,287 (15.0%) | 2,550 (19.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,755 (11.6%) | 2,104 (15.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,196 (7.9%) | 1,403 (10.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 425 (2.8%) | 267 (2.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 747 (4.9%) | 799 (6.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 444 (2.9%) | 467 (3.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 329 (2.2%) | 253 (1.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 832 (5.5%) | 1,052 (7.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,179 (7.8%) | 1,133 (8.5%) |
| Total | 15,196 (100.0%) | 13,367 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dothan
Occupancy by Ownership in Dothan
Of the total 28,205 dwellings in Dothan, owner-occupied units account for 16,568 (58.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 11,637 (41.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 16,568 | 58.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 11,637 | 41.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dothan
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 9,618 | 34.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 9,941 | 35.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,863 | 13.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,783 | 17.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dothan
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 4,794 (49.8%) | 4,824 (50.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 6,702 (67.4%) | 3,239 (32.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,121 (54.9%) | 1,742 (45.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,951 (61.7%) | 1,832 (38.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 16,568 (58.7%) | 11,637 (41.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dothan
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,045 (36.2%) | 1,843 (63.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,638 (48.6%) | 3,853 (51.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 5,503 (57.3%) | 4,094 (42.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 6,382 (77.5%) | 1,847 (22.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dothan
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 4,912 | 17.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,645 | 16.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,877 | 17.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,479 | 19.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,824 | 17.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,605 | 9.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 863 | 3.1% |
| Total | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dothan
Median Income by Occupancy in Dothan
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 16,568 (58.7%) | $77,082 |
| Renter-Occupied | 11,637 (41.3%) | $35,582 |
| Average | 28,205 (100.0%) | $53,704 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dothan
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 308 (1.9%) | 744 (6.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 270 (1.6%) | 610 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 504 (3.0%) | 1,163 (10.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 619 (3.7%) | 863 (7.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 683 (4.1%) | 658 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,109 (6.7%) | 1,693 (14.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,063 (12.4%) | 1,957 (16.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,474 (14.9%) | 1,764 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,480 (15.0%) | 1,104 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,837 (17.1%) | 675 (5.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,221 (19.4%) | 406 (3.5%) |
| Total | 16,568 (100.0%) | 11,637 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dothan
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,626 (9.8%) | 299 (2.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3,436 (20.7%) | 943 (8.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,397 (14.5%) | 3,359 (28.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,733 (10.5%) | 2,806 (24.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 3,974 (24.0%) | 3,079 (26.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,733 (10.5%) | 323 (2.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 841 (5.1%) | 138 (1.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 420 (2.5%) | 38 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 408 (2.5%) | 27 (0.2%) |
| Total | 16,568 (100.0%) | 11,637 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dothan
Housing Structures in Dothan
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 21,004 | 74.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 485 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 805 | 2.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,474 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,670 | 5.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,550 | 5.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,217 | 4.3% |
| Total | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dothan
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 15,815 (75.3%) | 5,189 (24.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 274 (56.5%) | 211 (43.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 19 (2.4%) | 786 (97.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 29 (2.0%) | 1,445 (98.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 10 (0.6%) | 1,660 (99.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 16 (1.0%) | 1,534 (99.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 405 (33.3%) | 812 (66.7%) |
| Total | 16,568 (58.7%) | 11,637 (41.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dothan
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 62 (0.4%) | 192 (1.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 129 (0.8%) | 1,876 (16.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,935 (23.7%) | 6,341 (54.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 7,244 (43.7%) | 2,603 (22.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,198 (31.4%) | 625 (5.4%) |
| Total | 16,568 (100.0%) | 11,637 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dothan
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,412 (8.5%) | 599 (5.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 106 (0.6%) | 48 (0.4%) |
| Electricity | 14,963 (90.3%) | 10,775 (92.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 7 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 23 (0.1%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 57 (0.3%) | 204 (1.8%) |
| Total | 16,568 (100.0%) | 11,637 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dothan
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 446 (2.7%) | 1,520 (13.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,652 (28.1%) | 6,064 (52.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,309 (44.1%) | 3,147 (27.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 4,161 (25.1%) | 906 (7.8%) |
| Total | 16,568 (100.0%) | 11,637 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dothan
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dothan
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 6,519 | 10,049 |
| Median Property Value | $162,200 | $184,200 |
| Median Household Income | $53,613 | $2,319 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $390 | $404 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $511 | $1,040 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dothan
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 602 (9.2%) | 246 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,221 (18.7%) | 1,114 (11.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 3,544 (54.4%) | 6,476 (64.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 832 (12.8%) | 1,686 (16.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 178 (2.7%) | 378 (3.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 70 (1.1%) | 72 (0.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 72 (1.1%) | 77 (0.8%) |
| Total | 6,519 (100.0%) | 10,049 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dothan
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 334 (5.1%) | 161 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,059 (16.2%) | 244 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 626 (9.6%) | 747 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,010 (15.5%) | 483 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,047 (16.1%) | 1,053 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 826 (12.7%) | 1,427 (14.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 715 (11.0%) | 1,654 (16.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 902 (13.8%) | 2,122 (21.1%) |
| Total | 6,519 (100.0%) | 10,049 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dothan
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,316 (35.5%) | 88,666 (882.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,139 (17.5%) | 4,258 (42.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 863 (13.2%) | 2,561 (25.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,104 (32.3%) | 1,368 (13.6%) |
| Total | 6,519 (100.0%) | 10,049 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dothan
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 3,572 (54.8%) | 52 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 784 (12.0%) | 5,646 (56.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 483 (7.4%) | 2,346 (23.4%) |
| Total | 6,519 (100.0%) | 10,049 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dothan
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dothan
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 5,120 (98.5%) | 76 (1.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 11,077 (97.4%) | 292 (2.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 4,108 (70.4%) | 1,728 (29.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 6,040 (75.4%) | 1,973 (24.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 6,974 (81.9%) | 1,537 (18.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7,465 (85.6%) | 1,255 (14.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 8,231 (90.2%) | 892 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,734 (98.6%) | 111 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 5,071 (99.6%) | 20 (0.4%) |
| Total | 61,820 (88.7%) | 7,884 (11.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dothan
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 5,120 (98.5%) | 76 (1.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 11,077 (97.4%) | 292 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 4,108 (70.4%) | 1,728 (29.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dothan
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 10,573 (82.8%) | 2,195 (17.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 12,219 (83.2%) | 2,461 (16.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,212 (87.9%) | 1,272 (12.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9,145 (92.5%) | 740 (7.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 20,458 (94.7%) | 1,153 (5.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dothan
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 3,367 (64.8%) | 1,873 (36.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,918 (52.0%) | 5,565 (48.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 879 (15.1%) | 3,344 (57.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,289 (16.1%) | 5,010 (62.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,353 (15.9%) | 5,943 (69.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,374 (15.8%) | 6,477 (74.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,401 (26.3%) | 6,538 (71.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,478 (95.3%) | 4,499 (57.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5,039 (99.0%) | 2,903 (57.0%) |
| Total | 29,098 (41.7%) | 42,152 (60.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dothan
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 19 (0.8%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 567 (9.3%) | 280 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 686 (9.6%) | 669 (9.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,989 (16.3%) | 2,401 (16.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 898 (25.4%) | 1,095 (25.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,032 (50.7%) | 1,583 (51.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dothan
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 28 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 55 (0.8%) | 42 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 488 (4.0%) | 284 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 393 (11.1%) | 256 (5.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 623 (30.6%) | 528 (17.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (0.7%) | 40 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 94 (1.3%) | 135 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 358 (2.9%) | 385 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 173 (4.9%) | 108 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 137 (6.7%) | 218 (7.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 526 (8.6%) | 190 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 513 (7.1%) | 432 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 836 (6.9%) | 954 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 238 (6.7%) | 265 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 296 (14.5%) | 463 (15.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 82 (1.3%) | 58 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 154 (2.1%) | 250 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,026 (8.4%) | 1,502 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 484 (13.7%) | 756 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 606 (29.8%) | 1,173 (38.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 99 (1.6%) | 54 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 50 (0.7%) | 131 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 374 (3.1%) | 376 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 167 (4.7%) | 155 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 217 (10.7%) | 464 (15.2%) |
Technology Access in Dothan
Computing Device Access in Dothan
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 19,345 | 68.6% |
| Smartphone | 24,535 | 87.0% |
| Tablet | 15,557 | 55.2% |
| No Computing Device | 2,256 | 8.0% |
| Total | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dothan
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 29 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 18,995 | 67.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 4,234 | 15.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,337 | 4.7% |
| No Internet | 4,428 | 15.7% |
| Total | 28,205 | 100.0% |
Dothan Summary
Dothan, Alabama is a city located in the southeastern corner of the state, in Houston County. It is the county seat and the largest city in the Wiregrass Region of Alabama. The city is located in the southeastern corner of the state, near the Florida border, and is the center of the Dothan metropolitan area, which includes Houston, Dale, and Henry counties.
History
The area that is now Dothan was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from Georgia and South Carolina. The city was officially incorporated in 1885 and was named after the biblical city of Dothan, which is mentioned in the Book of Genesis. The city was originally a small farming community, but it began to grow rapidly in the late 19th century due to the arrival of the railroad. The city was also a major center for the production of cotton and peanuts, and it became known as the “Peanut Capital of the World.”
In the early 20th century, Dothan was a major center for the production of cotton and peanuts, and it became known as the “Peanut Capital of the World.” The city was also a major center for the production of cotton and peanuts, and it became known as the “Peanut Capital of the World.”
The city experienced a period of rapid growth in the 1950s and 1960s, as the population increased from around 10,000 to over 50,000. This growth was largely due to the city’s proximity to Fort Rucker, a major U.S. Army base. The city also experienced a period of economic growth in the late 20th century, as new industries such as healthcare, retail, and tourism began to move into the area.
Geography
Dothan is located in the southeastern corner of Alabama, near the Florida border. The city is situated in the Wiregrass Region of the state, which is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The city is located at the intersection of two major highways, U.S. Highway 231 and U.S. Highway 84. The city is also located near the Pea River, which flows through the city and provides a source of water for the area.
The city has a total area of 44.3 square miles, of which 44.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Economy
Dothan’s economy is largely based on agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare. The city is home to several major employers, including Fort Rucker, Flowers Hospital, and the Dothan Regional Airport. The city is also home to several major retail centers, including the Wiregrass Commons Mall and the Dothan Pavilion Shopping Center.
The city is also home to several major industries, including food processing, automotive manufacturing, and aerospace. The city is also home to several major educational institutions, including Troy University, Wallace Community College, and the University of Alabama at Dothan.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Dothan was 65,496. The city has a population that is predominantly white (63.2%), with African Americans (30.2%), Hispanics (3.3%), and Asians (2.2%) making up the remainder of the population. The median household income in the city is $41,945, and the median age is 35.7 years. The city has a poverty rate of 22.2%, and the unemployment rate is 6.2%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dothan?
Total Population of Dothan is 70,699.
What is the Total Male Population of Dothan?
Total Male Population of Dothan is 33,920.
What is the Total Female Population of Dothan?
Total Female Population of Dothan is 36,779.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dothan?
There are 92.23 Males per 100 Females in Dothan.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dothan?
There are 108.43 Females per 100 Males in Dothan.
What is the Median Population Age in Dothan?
Median Population Age in Dothan is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dothan
Average Family Size in Dothan is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dothan
Average Household Size in Dothan is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dothan?
Per Capita income in Dothan is $34,008.
What is the Median Family Income in Dothan?
Median Family Income in Dothan is $73,395.
What is the Median Household income in Dothan?
Median Household Income in Dothan is $53,704.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dothan?
Income or Wage Gap in Dothan is 35.1%.
Women in Dothan earn 64.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dothan?
Family Income Deficit in Dothan is $11,519.
Families that are below poverty line in Dothan earn $11,519 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dothan?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dothan is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dothan?
There are 32,195 People in the Labor Forcein in Dothan.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dothan?
56.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Dothan.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dothan?
Unemployment Rate in Dothan is 5.1%.