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Dozier, AL

Alabama

Dozier is a small town in Alabama with a population of 410. Residents earn $45,882 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
410 Population 139/sq mi density
$45,882 Median Income $20,704 per capita
$83,800 Home Value $203,150 Zillow
$606 Median Rent 11.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,882 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,800 home value, $606/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,882
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $606
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

How Dozier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population410
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,882
Per Capita$20,704
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$606M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,800
Rent$606
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,150
Housing Units221
Rent Burden11.3%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking17.1%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation296 ft (90 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+85.3%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute34 min
Broadband35.6%
Libraries2

Is Dozier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dozier receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dozier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dozier is $45,882, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dozier is $83,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dozier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dozier has a population of 410 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.4%), with 34.1% White.

Population

410
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dozier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dozier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dozier is $45,882, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dozier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,882
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,704
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$52,628

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)300
County GDP$606M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail36
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone99.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dozier is $83,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $606 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,150.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,800
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,150

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$606
48% below US avg
Rent Burden11.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied21.2%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,500
57% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Dozier, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dozier vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits46.4%
Premature Death13,952/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access14.8%
Healthcare Facilities15
Dozier has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation296 ft (90 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates31.5054°N, 86.3692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 35.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+85.3%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone99.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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