Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Dothan

Affordability in Dothan, AL

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Dothan is $960, against a median household income of $55,792 per year. About 43% of Dothan residents rent their homes, reflecting a substantial renter population across the city.

Safety

According to the Dothan Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Dothan had a violent crime rate of 906 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Dothan

According to Walk Score, the area around Dothan's assisted properties scores 59 out of 100 (Somewhat Walkable) for walkability and 47 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 23 public schools across 3 districts serve Dothan, including 12 elementary, 2 middle, 8 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Dothan, AL

The median household income in Dothan is $55,792 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $960 per month, also per Census ACS 5-Year data.

Income-based housing programs in Dothan -- including HUD-assisted and tax credit properties -- set rents based on a percentage of area median income, which can make them significantly more affordable than market-rate options for qualifying renters.

• Median household income: $55,792/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $960/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 43% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 9 affordable housing properties in Dothan have been mapped for flood risk. None carry a high-risk flood zone designation, which is a reassuring finding for renters considering these homes.