Dothan, Alabama Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Dothan, Alabama is 71,118 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest city in Alabama. The median household income is $55,052, the median home value is $186,600, and the median age is 40.4.
The population has grown 8.4% since 2010 (66,097 → 71,650).
71,118
Population
788
People / sq mi
$55,052
Median Income
$186,600
Median Home Value
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Dothan covers 90.2 sq mi of land at 788 people per square mile.
About Dothan, AL
Dothan stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 788 people per square mile. With 71,118 residents, Dothan is a city in Alabama. It is the #8-largest of all cities in Alabama nationally.
The typical household earns $55,052, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 14.5%, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $186,600, with typical rent around $912.
Roughly 27.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Dothan city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Dothan city had a population of 66,097 in 2010 and 71,650 in 2024, a 8.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 71,650 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.58%.
71,650
Population (2024)
66,097
Population (2010)
71,650
Peak (2024)
0.58%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 66,097 |
| 2011 | 66,619 |
| 2012 | 67,212 |
| 2013 | 67,666 |
| 2014 | 68,122 |
| 2015 | 68,295 |
| 2016 | 68,287 |
| 2017 | 68,293 |
| 2018 | 68,337 |
| 2019 | 68,941 |
| 2020 | 71,105 |
| 2021 | 70,990 |
| 2022 | 71,215 |
| 2023 | 71,317 |
| 2024 | 71,650 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.6% |
| Black or African American | 35.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$55,052
Median Household Income
$34,756
Per Capita Income
14.5%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$186,600
Median Home Value
$912
Median Rent
57.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.0%
High School+
27.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
84.5%
Public Transit
4.6%
Work From Home
20.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.1%
Foreign Born
94.7%
Non-English at Home
10.1%
Veterans
16.5%
With Disability
88.4%
Health Insurance
93.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.5% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Retail Trade | 8.3% |
| Public Administration | 5.5% |
| Construction | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.4% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dothan, Alabama has a population of 71,118 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest city in Alabama.
The median household income in Dothan, Alabama is $55,052, with 14.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Dothan, Alabama is $186,600, with median monthly rent at $912 and a homeownership rate of 57.1%.
The median age in Dothan, Alabama is 40.4 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 8.4% since 2010 (66,097 → 71,650).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.