The Dothan metropolitan area is the 285th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 108,359 spread across 25 cities and towns in AL. Anchored by Dothan, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Dothan metro area earn an average household income of $50,845, while the average home value sits at $123,508. Renters in the area pay an average of $797 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Dothan metro reports an average violent crime rate of 263.7 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 2,292.6 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 66.6°F, offering a warm climate year-round. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 13.5%, which is near the national average.

With 25 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Dothan metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	66.6°F
Avg January Temp	49.3°F
Avg July Temp	81.9°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	57.6"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	263.7 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	2292.6 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	2.8%
Avg Poverty Rate	13.5%
Avg Median Age	41.7

All 25 Cities in Dothan Metro Area

1 Dothan AL 71,118

2 Headland AL 5,124

3 Geneva AL 4,227

4 Taylor AL 2,916

5 Hartford AL 2,677

6 Abbeville AL 2,470

7 Ashford AL 2,438

8 Cowarts AL 2,189

9 Kinsey AL 2,175

10 Slocomb AL 1,995

11 Malvern AL 1,836

12 Rehobeth AL 1,647

13 Webb AL 1,398

14 Fort Gaines GA 1,166

15 Cottonwood AL 1,091

16 Columbia AL 769

17 Newville AL 587

18 Clayhatchee AL 490

19 Black AL 462

20 Avon AL 388

21 Gordon AL 382

22 Madrid AL 253

23 Coffee Springs AL 252

24 Eunola AL 164

25 Haleburg AL 145

Dothan Metro Area

Largest Cities in Dothan Metro

Dothan, AL

Headland, AL

Geneva, AL

Taylor, AL

Hartford, AL

Abbeville, AL

Ashford, AL

Cowarts, AL

Kinsey, AL

Slocomb, AL

Malvern, AL

Rehobeth, AL

Metro Area Overview

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All 25 Cities in Dothan Metro Area